Which kibble should I choose for a very active dog?

Sep 10, 2026

Pavllove High-Energy Athletic Dog Kibble with 40% Poultry Protein

High-Energy Athletic Dog Kibble – Gestation & Lactation | Pavllove®

Premium nutrition designed for highly active, athletic, working, hunting, and competition adult dogs, as well as for female dogs during gestation or lactation, when energy and nutritional needs become particularly high.

With 40% dehydrated poultry protein, 32% crude protein, 16% fat, L-carnitine, omega-3 and 6, FOS/MOS, glucosamine, chondroitin, and a plant-based complex, this Pavllove® recipe combines energy, protein, and nutritional density in a complete food made in the Auvergne region.

40% dehydrated poultry protein • 32% protein • 16% fat • L-carnitine • Omega-3 & 6 • FOS/MOS • Gestation & lactation • Athletic dog • Made in Auvergne 🇫🇷

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For dogs that don't know the meaning of a break.

Premium kibble for highly active dogs made in Auvergne

Nutrition designed for periods of intense need

Not all dogs have the same needs.

A relatively calm adult dog does not have the same energy expenditure as a dog that hunts for several hours, practices canicross, works daily, trains for competition, or accompanies its owner on long, strenuous outings.

Likewise, a female dog during gestation or lactation goes through a period where nutritional needs can increase significantly.

Pavllove® Athletic Dog Kibble has been formulated specifically to support these situations where the body requires more energy and nutrients.

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It is particularly suitable for:

✓ athletic dogs
✓ highly active dogs
✓ hunting dogs
✓ working dogs
✓ dogs practicing canicross or dog-mountain biking
✓ competition dogs
✓ dogs engaged in several hours of daily activity
✓ dogs with high energy requirements
✓ pregnant females
✓ nursing females

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40% dehydrated poultry protein

The recipe is based on a high proportion of dehydrated poultry protein: 40%.

It provides a total of:

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32% crude protein

Proteins provide essential amino acids for tissue renewal and help maintain muscle mass.

For a dog that runs, works, hunts, or trains regularly, protein intake is a major element of nutritional balance.

For a female dog during gestation or lactation, protein also takes on special importance as the body must meet increased physiological demands.

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16% fat for a more energetic diet

Food intended for very active dogs is not based solely on protein.

Lipids constitute an important source of energy, especially during prolonged activities.

The Pavllove® recipe provides:

16% crude fat

including 10% poultry fat.

This profile makes it possible to offer a diet adapted to dogs with significant energy expenditures, but also for life stages where needs increase, such as gestation and especially lactation.

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Gestation: supporting a period of growing needs

During gestation, a female dog's nutritional needs evolve gradually.

As puppies develop, the diet must support this increase in needs without simply increasing the volume of food.

A more nutritionally dense recipe allows for more energy and nutrients to be provided in an appropriate portion.

Pavllove® Athletic Kibble has therefore also been formulated for pregnant females, following the rationing recommendations corresponding to this period.

The same logic: higher needs, higher nutritional density.

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Lactation: a particularly demanding period

After the puppies are born, milk production represents a significant energy expenditure for the mother.

Lactation is one of the periods where a female dog's nutritional needs can be the highest.

A sufficiently energetic diet, rich in protein and adapted to this phase, becomes particularly important.

Pavllove® Athletic Kibble can be used during lactation and nursing, with a portion adjusted according to the dog's weight, the number of puppies, the stage of lactation, and the manufacturer's recommendations.

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Hunting dog: a diet designed for long days in the field

Running, elevation changes, cold, heat, searching, concentration, changing terrain: a day of hunting can represent several hours of activity.

Energy expenditure can then become significantly higher than that of an adult dog with a standard daily routine.

Pavllove® Athletic Kibble combines:

32% protein • 16% fat • poultry • L-carnitine • omega-3 and 6 • vitamins and minerals

to meet the needs of active hunting dogs that are regularly exerted.

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For dogs that are active for more than two hours a day

Canicross, long hikes, hunting, fieldwork, training, competition, or professional activity: some dogs spend several hours a day on the move.

When this activity becomes regular and intense, a standard maintenance diet may no longer match the same level of energy expenditure.

This recipe is particularly suitable for dogs that:

  • run for several hours;
  • work daily;
  • regularly practice a canine sport;
  • hunt over long periods;
  • train several times a week;
  • participate in competitions;
  • naturally have a very high level of physical activity.

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L-Carnitine: 580 mg/kg

The recipe contains:

580 mg/kg of L-carnitine

L-carnitine is frequently included in formulations for active and athletic dogs.

Pavllove® chooses to clearly indicate its presence and content so that the composition can be evaluated transparently.

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Omega-3 & Omega-6

The recipe provides:

Omega-3: 0.44%
including EPA + DHA: 0.01%
Omega-6: 3.41%

It also contains:

fish oil, a natural source of DHA, as well as 0.6% Tradilin® flaxseed.

These sources of fatty acids complete the nutritional profile of a diet intended for periods of high demand.

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FOS, MOS, chicory, and brewer's yeast

The formulation also includes:

1.8% chicory fiber, a natural source of inulin and FOS;
0.8% brewer's yeast, a natural source of MOS;
2% dehydrated beet pulp.

This combination contributes to a formulation designed for the daily dietary balance of a very active dog or a female dog during the reproductive period.

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A unique plant-based complex

The recipe also includes:

hawthorn • pumpkin seed • black radish • rosemary • blackcurrant • pomegranate

as well as a blend of plants rich in naturally occurring saponins:

Camellia sp. • Yucca schidigera • Quillaja saponaria • Chenopodium quinoa

This selection contributes to the identity of the Pavllove® recipe without replacing the nutritional fundamentals of protein, fat, vitamins, and minerals.

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Glucosamine & Chondroitin

The formulation contains:

80 mg/kg of glucosamine sulfate of marine origin
40 mg/kg of chondroitin sulfate of marine origin

Two components integrated into a recipe intended particularly for dogs subject to regular and sustained physical activity.

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Calcium & phosphorus

The recipe provides:

Calcium: 1.7%
Phosphorus: 1.1%

These minerals contribute to the overall balance of this complete food.

They also take on particular importance during physiologically demanding periods such as gestation and lactation.

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Steam pre-cooking & made in Auvergne

Pavllove® Sport Dog dry food is made in Auvergne, France, using a steam pre-cooking process.

This choice is in line with the Pavllove® positioning:

premium nutrition made in France, a detailed composition, selected ingredients, and a formulation designed to meet precise nutritional needs.

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For which dogs?

This recipe is particularly suitable for:

sporting dogs
very active dogs
hunting dogs
working dogs
competition dogs
dogs practicing canicross
dogs practicing dog-scootering/bikejoring
dogs going on long hikes
dogs with intense daily physical activity
pregnant bitches
lactating/nursing bitches

It may also be suitable for certain neutered dogs or very active senior dogs, with a ration adapted to their body condition and needs.

Complete nutrition for sporting dogs and pregnant or nursing bitches

Why choose Pavllove® Sport Dog dry food?

🐔 40% dehydrated poultry protein

💪 32% crude protein

⚡ 16% fat

🏃 580 mg/kg L-carnitine

🐟 Omega-3 & Omega-6

🌿 FOS & MOS

🦴 Glucosamine & chondroitin

🌱 Plant complex

🤰 Suitable for gestation

🍼 Suitable for lactation

♨️ Steam pre-cooking

🇫🇷 Made in Auvergne

A recipe for those who demand more from their nutrition

Your dog runs.

He works.

He hunts.

He trains.

He participates in competitions.

Or your bitch is going through a period where her body must meet the needs of gestation or nourish her puppies.

In all these situations, the requirements are no longer those of a simple maintenance diet.

Pavllove® Sportif – nutrition designed for periods when the body demands more.

Pavllove sporting dog dry food with 40% dehydrated poultry protein

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Composition

Dehydrated poultry protein (40%), corn, rice, poultry fat (10%), peas, dehydrated beet pulp (2%), animal protein hydrolysate, dehydrated chicory fiber (natural source of inulin and fructo-oligosaccharides – FOS) (1.8%), brewer’s yeast (natural source of mannan-oligosaccharides – MOS) (0.80%), Tradilin® flaxseed (0.6%), extruded fava beans (0.4%), fish oil (natural source of DHA) (1,000 mg/kg), blend of plants rich in saponins of natural origin (Camellia sp., Yucca schidigera, Quillaja saponaria, and Chenopodium quinoa) (100 mg/kg), glucosamine sulfate of marine origin (80 mg/kg), dehydrated hawthorn berry (60 mg/kg), dehydrated pumpkin seed meal (60 mg/kg), dehydrated black radish (60 mg/kg), dehydrated rosemary (60 mg/kg), chondroitin sulfate of marine origin (40 mg/kg), dehydrated blackcurrant (30 mg/kg), dehydrated pomegranate juice (30 mg/kg).

Tradilin®: patented process associated with the use of flaxseeds in the recipe.

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Analytical constituents

Crude protein: 32%
Crude fat: 16%
Omega-3: 0.44%
of which EPA + DHA: 0.01%
Omega-6: 3.41%
Crude fiber: 1.5%
Inorganic matter: 7.6%
Calcium: 1.7%
Phosphorus: 1.1%

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Nutritional additives

Vitamin A: 22,200 IU/kg
Vitamin D3: 1,500 IU/kg
Vitamin E: 400 mg/kg
Vitamin B1: 8 mg/kg
Vitamin B12: 50 μg/kg
Vitamin B2: 9 mg/kg
Vitamin B3: 47 mg/kg
Vitamin B4: 2,127 mg/kg
Vitamin B5: 21 mg/kg
Vitamin B6: 3.7 mg/kg
Vitamin B9: 1.1 mg/kg
Copper: 7.3 mg/kg
Iron: 89 mg/kg
Iodine: 1.5 mg/kg
Manganese: 6.7 mg/kg
Zinc: 84 mg/kg
Selenium: 0.3 mg/kg
L-Carnitine: 580 mg/kg

Technological additive: Bentonite Montmorillonite: 0.45%

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Instructions for use

Complete food for dogs.

Distribute the recommended daily ration according to:

  • weight;
  • age;
  • activity;
  • duration and intensity of exertion;
  • body condition;
  • stage of gestation;
  • stage of lactation.

Always keep clean, fresh water available.

For a pregnant or nursing bitch, adapt the ration to the specific recommendations provided for this period.

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Storage

Store in a cool, dry place away from light.

Close the container tightly after opening.

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FAQ – Sporting dog, high energy, gestation and lactation dry food

Which dry food should I choose for a sporting dog?

For a dog regularly practicing intense activity, it is relevant to seek more energetic nutrition with an adapted intake of protein and fat. Pavllove® Sportif provides 32% protein and 16% fat, with 40% dehydrated poultry protein.

Which dry food for a very active dog?

This recipe is particularly suitable for dogs whose physical activity is frequent or prolonged: canicross, hunting, working, hiking, competition, or regular training.

Which dry food for a dog that does more than two hours of sports per day?

A dog that exerts itself for several hours a day may have higher energy needs than an adult maintenance dog. A high-energy diet like Pavllove® Sportif can be adapted, with the ration adjusted to weight and actual expenditure.

Which dry food for a hunting dog?

Regularly active hunting dogs may need a denser diet. Pavllove® Sportif combines poultry protein, 32% protein, 16% fat, and L-carnitine.

Which dry food should I give to a pregnant bitch?

When a food is formulated for gestation, it must meet the mother's progressive increase in nutritional needs. Pavllove® Sportif is also intended for pregnant bitches, with a ration adapted to the stage of gestation and weight.

Which dry food should I give to a nursing bitch?

Lactation is a particularly demanding period. Pavllove® Sportif is also suitable for lactating bitches, with a ration adjusted to the stage of lactation, the number of puppies, and the mother's body condition.

Why does a nursing bitch need more energy?

Milk production entails significant energy expenditure. That is why a bitch's nutritional needs can increase sharply during this period.

Can the same dry food be suitable for a sporting dog and a lactating bitch?

Yes, when a formula has been specifically designed for these periods of high energy needs. That is the positioning of Pavllove® Sportif.

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How much protein does Pavllove® Sportif dry food contain?

It contains 32% crude protein and its composition includes 40% dehydrated poultry protein.

How much fat does it contain?

The recipe provides 16% crude fat, including 10% poultry fat.

Does it contain L-carnitine?

Yes. The formula provides 580 mg/kg of L-carnitine.

Does it contain omega-3s?

Yes. The recipe provides 0.44% omega-3s, including EPA + DHA, as well as fish oil and flaxseeds.

Does it contain FOS and MOS?

Yes. The formula contains 1.8% chicory fiber, a natural source of inulin and FOS, as well as 0.8% brewer’s yeast, a natural source of MOS.

Is this dry food suitable for a neutered sporting dog?

Yes, if the dog truly exhibits significant activity. The ration must be adapted in order to maintain optimal body condition.

Can this dry food be suitable for a sporting senior dog?

It may be suitable for certain active senior dogs in good health. Age, body condition, activity, and any health problems must be taken into account.

Where is Pavllove® Sportif dry food made?

It is made in Auvergne, France.

Can you subscribe to Pavllove® Sportif dry food?

Yes. The Pavllove® subscription is free and has no commitment, allowing you to benefit from -10% on every relevant order.

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Pavllove® Sportif – High energy, gestation & lactation

40% dehydrated poultry protein
32% protein
16% fat
580 mg/kg L-carnitine
Omega-3 & Omega-6
FOS & MOS
Gestation & lactation
Sporting, active, working and hunting dogs
Steam-cooked
Made in Auvergne 🇫🇷

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