Royal canin senior twelve is a Feline Health Nutrition dry food specifically formulated for the advanced nutritional needs of cats aged 12 years and older. This 2kg bag delivers a tailored formula that supports kidney function, joint mobility, cognitive health, and immune strength during the senior stage of a cat's life. Cats over 12 years enter a phase where age-related decline accelerates and nutritional intervention becomes critical for maintaining quality of life. Their organs work less efficiently, their joints stiffen, their immune defenses weaken, and their appetite often decreases. Available at TaraPet, the UAE's trusted online pet store.

Royal Canin developed this Ageing 12+ formula based on extensive research into the specific physiological changes that occur in cats entering their senior years.

Kidney Support

The royal canin senior twelve formula features adapted phosphorus levels that reduce the workload on ageing kidneys. Chronic kidney disease is the most common health concern in senior cats, and dietary phosphorus management is one of the most effective nutritional interventions for supporting kidney longevity. The controlled phosphorus level maintains adequate mineral nutrition while protecting the kidneys from the excess that accelerates their decline.

The protein quality is carefully selected to provide essential amino acids while producing minimal metabolic waste that kidneys must process. High biological value proteins deliver maximum nutrition per gram, allowing the kidneys to maintain filtration function without the burden of processing unnecessary protein byproducts.

Joint Mobility

Senior cats commonly develop joint stiffness and reduced mobility from age-related cartilage degradation. The formula includes nutrients that support joint health and may help maintain comfortable movement. Cats over 12 often show subtle mobility changes such as reluctance to jump, stiff gait after resting, or reduced activity levels that indicate joint discomfort requiring nutritional support.

Cognitive Function

Antioxidants and specific nutrients support brain health in ageing cats. Cognitive decline in senior cats manifests as disorientation, changed sleep patterns, reduced interaction, and altered litter box habits. Nutritional brain support may help maintain cognitive function and slow age-related mental changes.

Adapted Kibble

The kibble shape and texture are designed for senior cats that may have dental issues or reduced jaw strength. Softer kibble that is easier to pick up and chew ensures adequate food intake even when dental health has declined. Many senior cats reduce food intake not because of appetite loss but because eating has become physically uncomfortable with aging teeth.

Appetite Stimulation

Enhanced aroma and flavor compounds stimulate appetite in senior cats whose senses of smell and taste have diminished with age. Cats rely heavily on smell for food evaluation, and age-related olfactory decline can cause reduced interest in food that previously was readily accepted. The intensified sensory profile compensates for these sensory changes.

Digestive Support

L.I.P. highly digestible proteins accommodate the reduced digestive efficiency of the ageing gastrointestinal tract. Senior cats absorb nutrients less efficiently than younger cats, meaning that standard food may not deliver adequate nutrition despite normal intake. High digestibility compensates for this absorption decline, ensuring senior cats receive the full nutritional benefit of their meals.

Heart Health

Taurine and EPA/DHA fatty acids support cardiac function in ageing cats. Heart disease risk increases with age, and nutritional cardiac support helps maintain the heart muscle function that senior cats depend on for circulatory health.

Immune Support

An enhanced antioxidant complex supports the immune system that naturally weakens with age. Senior cats are more susceptible to infections and illness than younger cats, and nutritional immune support helps compensate for age-related immune decline. Vitamins E and C along with other antioxidants protect immune cells from oxidative damage.

Muscle Maintenance

Adapted protein levels support the maintenance of lean muscle mass that naturally declines with age. Sarcopenia or age-related muscle loss reduces mobility and overall vitality in senior cats. Adequate protein of high biological value helps preserve the muscle mass that senior cats need for comfortable daily activity.

Coat and Skin Care

Omega fatty acids support the skin and coat that often deteriorate in senior cats. Older cats may groom less effectively, and nutritional coat support helps maintain coat quality despite reduced grooming. The fatty acid profile supports skin elasticity and moisture retention that decline with age.

Hydration Encouragement

The kibble formula encourages adequate water intake when offered alongside fresh water. Senior cats are prone to dehydration because their thirst response diminishes with age. Adequate hydration supports kidney function and overall health, making water intake a critical concern for senior cat care.

Weight Management

Senior cats may gain or lose weight inappropriately. The balanced calorie content supports healthy weight maintenance. Some senior cats gain weight from reduced activity while others lose weight from absorption problems or illness. The formula provides appropriate energy for the moderate activity level typical of cats over 12 years.

Veterinary Partnership

Senior cats benefit from regular veterinary monitoring alongside appropriate nutrition. The Ageing 12+ formula complements veterinary senior care programs by providing the daily nutritional foundation that supports the medical interventions veterinarians may recommend for age-related conditions.

UAE Senior Cat Population

As pet care improves in the UAE, more cats are living into their senior years. The indoor lifestyle and quality veterinary care available in the UAE support feline longevity, creating a growing population of cats that need senior-specific nutrition. The climate-controlled indoor environment provides comfortable conditions for ageing cats whose ability to regulate body temperature has declined.

Why Choose TaraPet for Royal Canin

TaraPet is an authorized Royal Canin retailer in the UAE, ensuring genuine products with the precise Ageing 12+ formulation. The multi-system senior support covering kidneys, joints, cognition, and immunity cannot be replicated by standard adult cat food.

Free delivery across the UAE on all orders. Our feline nutrition specialists help senior cat owners optimize their ageing cat's diet for quality of life. TaraPet carries the complete Royal Canin senior cat nutrition range.

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