Available in 100-gram, 400-gram, and 2-kg pouches

Sustain^® Canine

The Enhanced Bland Diet^™ for dogs. Scientifically formulated food that delivers nutrition when dogs need it most

Product highlights:

Scientifically designed to support canines recovering from critical illness
Highly digestible with more whole ingredients than the Intensive Care
Transitions the debilitated dog from intensive care nutrition to normal feeding
Stops or dramatically reduces diarrhea
Developed by an expert panel
30-day shelf life

Sustain^® Canine is a therapeutic diet scientifically designed to support canines that are recovering from critical illness, suffering from chronic medical conditions, or underweight. It is also designed to transition the debilitated dog from intensive care nutrition to normal feeding. As a recovery diet, it contains more whole nutrients than EmerAid^® Intensive Care Canine. Developed by an expert panel, including critical care veterinarians and nutritionists, this therapeutic diet is easily absorbed and highly digestible.

Easy ways to feed

A flexible feeding system, EmerAid^® can be fed as a complete diet or supplement. 
EmerAid^® powder allows for a variety of feeding strategies to ensure maximum nutrition is reached.

Topper

Gravy

Slurry

Bites

Syringe/Tube

How to administer EmerAid Sustain Canine

Benefits

Hydrolyzed formula increases nutrition absorption
Highly digestible blend of fats, proteins, and simple carbohydrates
1-month shelf life after opening
Essential amino acids improve immune function and tissue repair
High protein content helps maintain or increase lean body weight
Balanced blend of fibers and prebiotics improves GI tract function
Semi-hydrolyzed nutrition minimizes risk of allergic reactions
Appealing texture and smell so that animals readily lap it up
Flexible ways to feed provide options to entice animals to eat
High kcal/ml allows for smaller volumes and shorter feeding times
Flows smoothly down a 5Fr tube without clogging

EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine is indicated for patients recovering from a critical illness but are not ready for their normal diet.

Indications

Convalescence Malnutrition Cachexia Anorexia or poor appetite Pre- or post-operative feed Failure to thrive or gain weight Acute kidney disease Neglect Severe parasitic infestations Infectious disease Autoimmune disease Anemia Peritonitis Malabsorption/maldigestion

Contraindications

Chronic kidney disease Hepatic encephalopathy

Ingredients: Cooked Chicken, Potato Starch, Dried Hydrolyzed Casein, Ground Rice, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Glucose Syrup Solids, Dried Chicken Liver, Dried Whole Egg, Corn Oil, Canola Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Defatted Wheat Germ, Cellulose, Potassium Chloride, Ground Limestone, Iodized Salt, Dextrose, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Citric Acid (A Preservative), L-Lysine, Magnesium Sulfate, Taurine, Vitamin E Supplement, Zinc Oxide, Copper Methionine Chelate, L-Carnitine, Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Ascorbic Acid (A Preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (A Preservative), Vitamin B5 (Calcium Pantothenate), Sodium Selenite, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Manganous Oxide, Vitamin B1 (Thiamine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B7 (Biotin), Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid), Vitamin D3 Supplement.

Guaranteed Analysis

Crude protein (min)	30.2%
Crude fat (min)	24.9%
Crude fiber (max)	3.7%
Moisture (max)	7.5%
Omega 3 fatty acids (min)	0.56%
Omega 6 fatty acids (min)	6.39%

Nutrient Profile

Nutrient	Dry Matter	Units	Per 100 kcal
ME	4329.00	kcal/kg
Protein	30.20	%	6.98 g/100 kcal
Fat	24.90	%	5.75 g/100 kcal
Fiber	3.70	%	0.85 g/100 kcal
Moisture	7.50	%	1.73 /100 kcal
Calcium	1.35	%	0.31 g/100 kcal
Phosphorus	1.12	%	0.26 g/100 kcal
Potassium	0.70	%	0.16 g/100 kcal
Chloride	0.86	%	0.20 g/100 kcal
Magnesium	0.08	%	0.02 g/100 kcal
Sodium	0.36	%	0.08 g/100 cal
Iron	409.79	mg/kg	9.47 mg/100 kcal
Manganese	20.00	mg/kg	0.46 mg/100 kcal
Copper	20.00	mg/kg	0.46 mg/100 kcal
Zinc	125.00	mg/kg	2.89 mg/100 kcal
Vitamin A	10337.78	IU/kg	239 IU/100 kcal
Vitamin D3	693.73	IU/kg	16 IU/100 kcal
Vitamin E	71.44	IU/kg	2 IU/100 kcal
Vitamin K	30.11	IU/kg	1 IU/100 kcal
Biotin	0.26	mg/kg	0.01 mg/100 kcal
Choline	2600.00	mg/kg	60.06 mg/100 kcal
Folic Acid	36.61	mg/kg	0.85 mg/100 kcal
Niacin	121.50	mg/kg	2.81 mg/100 kcal
Panto Acid	36.43	mg/kg	0.84 mg/100 kcal
Pyridoxine	8.76	mg/kg	0.20 mg/100 kcal
Riboflavin	12.00	mg/kg	0.28 mg/100 kcal
Thiamin	5.62	mg/kg	0.13 mg/100 kcal
Vitamin B12	1.58	mg/kg	0.04 mg/100 kcal
Vitamin C	82.91	mg/kg	1.92 mg/100 kcal
Lysine	2.71	%	0.63 g/100 kcal
Methionine	1.04	%	0.24 g/100 kcal
Taurine	0.10	%	0.02 g/100 kcal
Carnitine	0.01	%	0.005 g/100 kcal
Linoleic, n-6	6.39	%	1.48 g/100 kcal
Linolenic, alpha n-3	0.56	%	0.13 g/100 kcal
20:4 arachidonic	0.20	%	0.05 g/100 kcal

Store EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine in a cool, dry space. The shelf life of unopened EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine is approximately 18 months from the date of manufacturing (see the “Best Before” label). Refrigerate after opening, and use EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine within 1 month of opening. For more information, please visit Storage, Preparation, And Administration Of EmerAid

***WARNING*** EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine has been scientifically designed to be highly digestible. Avoid contamination by handling the product carefully. Keep the powder dry until ready to mix with water, and use a clean, dry scoop. Do not cross-contaminate with scoops using non-EmerAid foods, as contamination can cause harmful bacterial growth.

Standard mixing directions

Feeding style	EmerAid Powder (parts)*	Water (parts)**	ME* (kcal/ml)**
Syringe	3	2	2.21
Tube (10Fr or larger)	2.5	2	1.93
Tube (5Fr or 8Fr)	2	2	1.67

* “Parts” indicate the proportions needed. To mix EmerAid^®, you can use the scoop provided, a syringe cap, any measuring implement of your choice as long as the proportions described above remain consistent

** Mix with hot water measuring 122°F (50°C)
*** Metabolizable energy when made as directed

Adult dogs

EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine is a therapeutic product to be used only under the supervision of a veterinarian. Begin with 25% to 30% of the resting energy requirement and gradually adjust the volume and number of feedings based on patient condition. A volume of 5-10 ml/kg/feeding is generally well tolerated via esophagostomy or gastric tube. Calculation for Resting Energy Requirement: RER = [70 x BW(kg)0.75]

In adult dogs, EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine feeding recommendations are based on predicted resting energy requirements (RER)

BW (kg)	BW (lb)	RER (kcal/day)	Feed (G/day)	Feed (ml/day)
1	2.2	70	16.1	32
2	4.4	118	27.3	53
4	8.8	198	45.7	90
6	13.2	268	61.9	121
8	17.6	333	76.9	156
10	22	394	91.0	178
15	33	534	123.3	242
20	44	662	152.9	300
25	55	783	180.9	354
30	66	897	207.2	406
35	77	1007	232.6	456
40	88	1113	257.1	504
45	99	1216	280.9	550

Puppies

Puppies have relatively high energy requirements when compared to adult dogs. EmerAid^® Sustain^® Canine meets or exceeds requirements for all canine life stages. Begin with 25% to 30% of daily energy requirements and gradually adjust the volume and number of feedings based on patient condition. A volume of 5-10 ml/kg/feeding is generally well tolerated via esophagostomy or gastric tube. Daily energy requirements can be calculated using the following equation [70 x BW(kg)0.75] x 3.

In puppies, EmerAid^® Sustain^® feeding recommendations are based on predicted daily energy requirements (DER)

BW (kg)	BW (lb)	Est DER (kcal/day)	Max Feed (G/day)	Max Feed (ml/day)
0.2	0.44	63	14.5	29
0.4	0.90	106	24.5	48
0.6	1.3	143	33.0	65
0.8	1.8	178	41.1	81
1.0	2.2	210	48.5	95
1.8	4.0	328	75.8	148
2.7	6.0	445	102.8	201
3.6	8.0	552	127.5	250
4.5	10.0	653	150.8	295
6.8	15.0	885	204.4	400
9.1	20.0	1098	253.6	497
11.3	25.0	1298	299.8	587
13.6	30.0	1488	343.7	673
18.1	40	1846	426.4	835
22.7	50	2182	504.0	987
27.2	60	2502	577.9	1132

One month shelf life after opening

Goes through tubes as small as 5Fr without clogging

Excellent for bolus tube feeding or syringe feeding (not recommended for CRI pumps)

Species-specific nutritional formulation

Essential and conditionally essential amino acids to meet the needs of the metabolically stressed patient

Lean body mass and wound healing promoted with high-quality, easily digestible protein plus omega-3 fatty acids to aid in tissue synthesis

Enriched in branched chain amino acids to benefit muscle synthesis and repair

Hydrolyzed soy protein minimizes gastrointestinal hypersensitivity. These highly digestible macronutrients prevent and manage osmotic diarrhea, as is associated with completely elemental diets

Purified fiber sources to maintain intestinal motility and commensal microflora

Cellulose serves as a source of insoluble fiber and acts as a prebiotic

Higher fiber plus highly digestible soy protein means the incidence of diarrhea is lower than with other critical care formulas

Glutamine and arginine support immunity and antioxidant systems

Enterocyte health maintained and supported allowing for the maximum absorbable nutrition in the gastrointestinal tract

Synergistic antioxidants vitamin E, vitamin C, zinc, and taurine to defend against oxidative stress

Casein supports digestion of fats and tissue synthesis while providing anxiolytic properties

Dietary nucleotides provide RNA and DNA precursors to support the immune system, nourish the gastrointestinal tract, and assist in weight gain

Hydrolyzed starch supplies glucose, disaccharides, and oligosaccharides, which avoids the osmotic problems associated with feeding only glucose. Vital for the acute carbohydrate needs associated with debilitation.

Balanced electrolytes

Stabilized vitamins and chelated minerals

Free of artificial colors and preservatives

Naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid

Meets AAFCO nutritional requirements for adult maintenance

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Testimonials

EmerAid Helps Earl The Dog Deal With Megaesophagus

EmerAid has allowed us to easily hydrate Earl, prepare food that is the right consistency that he needs to keep his food down, and...

Buddy The Beagle Fights Acute Hemorrhagic Gastroenteritis

Buddy the Beagle had hemorrhagic gastroenteritis (HGE) from who knows what. We could not seem to resolve his diarrhea, no matter what we tried: drugs, probiotics, etc. I gave him EmerAid Sustain HDN Canine only for a couple days, and now his poop is normal! I’m now weaning him back to real food… and he loves EmerAid Sustain HDN, too.

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