Royal Canin Small Adult 8+ dry dog food (formerly Mini Mature 8+) is precise nutrition specifically made for older dogs 8–12 years old weighing 9–22 lbs.Small dogs have a longer life span than most larger dogs, which means they have unique nutritional needs. They have smaller bone structures and little jaws—not to mention they can be pretty picky when it comes to the food they eat, especially as they age. Royal Canin Small Adult 8+ dry dog food (formerly Mini Mature 8+) is tailored to support a small dog’s unique traits as they age into mature