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Royal Canin Dog Food Review
Company HQ
Aimargues, France
Parent company
Mars Inc
Sourcing and Manufacturing
United States , Canada
Type of food
Wet Dog Food, Dry Puppy Food, Dry Dog Food, Dry Senior Dog Food, Wet Puppy Food, Wet Senior Dog Food
Ratings
62%
? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 42%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 57%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 100%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 48%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 81%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 44%
To our knowledge, Royal Canin has never had a product recall
Foods are nutritionally complete and balanced according to AAFCO standards
Royal Canin makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Lower than average protein content
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
Royal Canin offers premium pet food for dogs and cats, for all life stages. The brand also offers breed-specific food for dogs and cats. Royal Canin has been providing pet nutrition since 1968.
How Much Does Royal Canin Dog Food Cost
We’ve compared Royal Canin dog food price to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Royal Canin Wet Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.64
$0.41
+56%
Price per 100 kcal
$2.48
$1.55
+60%
Price per day
$1.49
$0.93
+60%
Royal Canin Wet Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Royal Canin Dry Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$7.38
$3.84
+92%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.43
$0.23
+87%
Price per day
$0.26
$0.14
+86%
Royal Canin Dry Puppy Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Royal Canin Dry Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$5.78
$3.69
+57%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.35
$0.38
-10%
Price per day
$0.21
$0.23
-9%
Royal Canin Dry Dog Food is priced below the average market price for dog food.
Royal Canin Dry Senior Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$6.71
$3.81
+76%
Price per 100 kcal
$1.21
$0.32
+279%
Price per day
$0.72
$0.19
+279%
Royal Canin Dry Senior Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Royal Canin Wet Puppy Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.57
$0.31
+84%
Price per 100 kcal
$2.15
$1.00
+114%
Price per day
$1.29
$0.60
+115%
Royal Canin Wet Puppy Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Royal Canin Wet Senior Dog Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.55
$0.32
+72%
Price per 100 kcal
$2.19
$1.25
+76%
Price per day
$1.32
$0.75
+76%
Royal Canin Wet Senior Dog Food is priced above the average market price for dog food.
Royal Canin Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Royal Canin dog food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 dog food brands in our database.
Wet Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
36.46%
42.89%
-15%
DM Fat
20.97%
22.28%
-6%
DM Fiber
12.03%
7.40%
+63%
DM Carb
30.54%
26.34%
+16%
Dry Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
31.31%
32.35%
-3%
DM Fat
17.48%
17.94%
-3%
DM Fiber
4.11%
4.66%
-12%
DM Carb
47.10%
44.25%
+6%
Dry Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
26.96%
30.01%
-10%
DM Fat
15.70%
15.84%
-1%
DM Fiber
4.96%
5.49%
-10%
DM Carb
52.38%
47.75%
+10%
Dry Senior Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
26.42%
28.44%
-7%
DM Fat
15.80%
13.38%
+18%
DM Fiber
4.40%
5.48%
-20%
DM Carb
53.38%
51.94%
+3%
Wet Puppy Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
35.56%
42.84%
-17%
DM Fat
20.94%
27.27%
-23%
DM Fiber
10.03%
7.01%
+43%
DM Carb
33.48%
22.55%
+48%
Wet Senior Dog Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
35.64%
34.07%
+5%
DM Fat
18.31%
19.57%
-6%
DM Fiber
11.20%
9.47%
+18%
DM Carb
34.85%
36.52%
-5%
All of Royal Canin dog food recipes meets AAFCO's minimum requirements.
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Royal Canin Dog Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Since 2011 Royal Canin has never been recalled.
Lawsuit History
March 2007 - A Canadian class action lawsuit was filed against pet food maker Royal Canin Canada Co. on behalf of dog and cat owners claiming that certain products contain excessive amounts of vitamin D and have caused their pets to become sick or die. The Canadian lawsuit sought compensation for people who bought Royal Canin dog or cat food since Aug. 1, 2004.
The suit against Royal Canin, filed in the Ontario Superior Court, alleges the pet food maker, a subsidiary of a French company , either knew or should have known the levels of vitamin D were unsafe and could cause the animals to develop high levels of calcium in their blood, renal failure and other conditions.
December 2016 - The lawsuit claims that prescription pet food overcharge consumers for a product that is not a drug and that prescription pet food is a “deceptive scheme”. Four months later, lawyers representing the pet food manufacturers; Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Mars Petcare (which includes Royal Canin), Nestle Purina had requested the court dismiss the case based on FDA’s enforcement discretion to permit the sale of these products.
These companies are claiming that the FDA allows them to be ‘deceptive’, allows them to sell a pet food as a drug when it is not a drug, and to overcharge consumers as they see fit. And they are right. The court ruled that all claims argued in this lawsuit were not proven.
Explore All Reviews of Royal Canin Dog Food Recipes
Royal Canin is manufactured in the United States , Canada .
Is Royal Canin AAFCO approved?
Yes, all of Royal Canin recipes are AAFCO approved.
Has Royal Canin dog food been recalled?
No Royal Canin has never been recalled.
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My frenchie is a very fussy eater and we tried all well known dry dog foods with not very good success. Her stools were sometimes quite loose. We decided to try Royal Canin for Frech Bulldog puppies and what a success. She eats it up within minutes and asks for seconds. Her stools are not loose anymore and she is a much happier puppy. Yes it is expensive but it is worth every penny. I would reccomend it to anybody.
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Who owns Royal Canin dog food?
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My frenchie is a very fussy eater and we tried all well known dry dog foods with not very good success. Her stools were sometimes quite loose. We decided to try Royal Canin for Frech Bulldog puppies and what a success. She eats it up within minutes and asks for seconds. Her stools are not loose anymore and she is a much happier puppy. Yes it is expensive but it is worth every penny. I would reccomend it to anybody.