Friut and vegetables not only make Schesir recipes more flavourful, but also bring specific benefits for your pet’s health: apple helps your dog’s correct digestion, while blueberry protects your cat’s urinary tract. Yucca is a valuable ally in controlling unpleasant odours in dogs, while seaweed helps to keep your cat’s coat shiny. Lastly, royal jelly is included in all our recipes for puppies and kittens, as it is essential for their immune system.

Kiwi

Kiwi fruit is the edible berry of the plant Actinidia deliciosa. It contains minerals and vitamin C, only available in fresh fruit. The green flesh is characterised by the presence of black seeds, which contribute to the fibre content. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe. As shown by a study carried out at the University of Bologna, the addition of small amounts of fruit in the diet of cats has a positive effect on the gut flora.

Papaya

Papaya is the fruit of the shrub Carica papaya, which belongs to the Caricaceae family. It is sourced from local plantations to reduce the impact of transport on the production process. Although it can grow very large, smaller fruits are preferred for commercial purposes. Papaya is high in water and fibre, as well as antioxidants and minerals. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe. As shown by a study carried out at the University of Bologna, the addition of small amounts of fruit in the diet of cats has a positive effect on the gut flora.

Apple

Apple is the (false) fruit of the Malus domestica tree, belonging to the Rosaceae family. There are a large number of commercial varieties, available on the market all year round. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe. As shown by a study carried out at the University of Bologna, the addition of small amounts of fruit in the diet of cats has a positive effect on the gut flora.

Pineapple

Pineapple is the fruit of the plant Ananas comosus, belonging to the Bromeliaceae family. It is sourced from local plantations to reduce the impact of transport on the production process. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe. As shown by a study carried out at the University of Bologna, the addition of small amounts of fruit in the diet of cats has a positive effect on the gut flora.

Mango

Mango is the fruit of the Mangifera indica tree, of the Anacardiaceae family. It is compact, fragrant and delicious; it may be sweet or acidic, but is always delicate and pleasant. It is sourced from local plantations to reduce the impact of transport on the production process. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe. As shown by a study carried out at the University of Bologna, the addition of small amounts of fruit in the diet of cats has a positive effect on the gut flora.

Pumpkin

Pumpkin is the fruit of plants in the Cucurbitaceae family, characterised by its soft orange flesh. It is sourced from local plantations to reduce the impact of transport on the production process. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe.

Carrots

Carrots are the roots of the herbaceous plant Daucus carota, belonging to the Apiaceae family; they may be wild or cultivated. Whenever possible we select carrots from local sources, to reduce the impact of transport on the production process. Carrots are added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe.

Green beans

Green beans are the unripe green pods of the common bean plant (Phaseolus vulgaris). They are sourced from local plantations to reduce the impact of transport on the production process. Green beans are added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe.

Peas

Peas are the seeds or pulses of the herbaceous annual plant Pisum sativum L, belonging to the Fabaceae family. Peas are high in protein and fibre, and can be combined with cereals and other ingredients to provide energy and protein. Whenever possible we select spinach from local sources, to reduce the impact of transport on the production process.

Potatoes

Potatoes are tubers of the species Solanum tuberosum; they are high in starch and a good source of energy. Potatoes are very easy to digest and included in our recipes to add fibre. Whenever possible we select potatoes from local sources, to reduce the impact of transport on the production process.

Spinach

Spinach is the thick green leaves of the herbaceous plant Spinacia oleracea, belonging tot he Chenopodiaceae family. It is an excellent source of fibre and minerals. Spinach is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe. Whenever possible we select spinach from local sources, to reduce the impact of transport on the production process.

Aloe

Aloe barabadensis Miller belongs to the Aloeaceae family; it is a perennial shrub whose fleshy leaves are used. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe.

Seaweed

The seaweed Porphyra spp, of the Bangiaceae family, is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe.

Ginseng

Ginseng is the root of Panax plants, of the Araliaceae family. It is added as a topping for Schesir wet foods, to add flavour and fibre to the recipe.

Flaxseed

The seeds of Linum usitatissimum, a herbaceous plant in the Linaceae family. It is added to Schesir dry foods as an excellent source of Omega 3.

Yucca schidigera

Yucca schidigera is a plant with broad, tough leaves, belonging to the Agavaceae family. It is added to Schesir dry foods as an excellent source of fibre.

Blend of antioxidant plants (turmeric, rosemary, cloves, citrus)

A special blend of extracts of aromatic plants, registered under the name Synox, which work in synergy for an antioxidant effect, defending the cells from free radicals and thus helping to combat cellular ageing.

Beet pulp

Beet is the plant Beta vulgaris L, of the Chenopodiaceae family. The pulp is included in Schesir dry foods because it is an important source of fibre.

Chicory pulp

Chicory is the perennial herbaceous plant Cichorium intybus L, of the Asteraceae family. The pulp is included in Schesir dry foods because it is a valuable source of fibre.

Organic flaxseed, organic sunflower oil, sunflower oil

Natural oils are an important source of energy, providing fatty acids, especially Omega 3 and Omega 6, which are essential for the main physiological functions and make the product more appetising.