Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated September 17, 2023

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Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition Chihuahua Adult Canned Dog Food

Company info

Company HQ

Aimargues, France

Parent company

Mars Inc

Product info

Age Range: Adult

Food Form Wet Dog Food

Cost per day: $2.26

Primary proteins

Chicken By-Products
Pork By-Products
Chicken
Pork Liver

Ingredients

Water Sufficient For Processing, Chicken By-Products, Pork By-Products, Chicken, Pork Liver, Corn Flour, Powdered Cellulose, Vegetable Oil, Fish Oil, Carrageenan, Pork Plasma, Natural Flavors, Carob Bean Gum, Sodium Silico Aluminate, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Taurine, Guar Gum, Vitamins [L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), Dl-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source Of Vitamin E), Niacin Supplement, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Acetate, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Trace Minerals [Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Calcium Iodate, Copper Proteinate], Sodium Carbonate, Magnesium Oxide, Choline Chloride, Marigold Extract (Tagetes Erecta L.).

Breed sizes

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

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$69.36 +Shipping (Free )

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Overall Score

62%

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Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 54%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 56%

? 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 25%

? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 82%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

Protein: 7%

Fat: 4.1%

Fiber: 2.3%

Moisture: 81%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 5.6%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 36.84%

Fat: 21.58%

Fiber: 12.11%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 29.47%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 31.03%

Fat: 44.14%

Carb: 24.83%

Our Review

Pros

High moisture content
To our knowledge, Royal Canin has never had a product recall
Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

Cons

Expensive
Low protein content
High in carbohydrates
Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
Contains carrageenan – a potentially inflammatory additive
Contains Chicken by products
Contains Pork by products
Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog food recalls related to Royal Canin since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Since 2011 Royal Canin has never been recalled.

Ingredient Review

Our review of Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition Chihuahua Adult Canned Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Water Sufficient. In pet food, the term water sufficient typically refers to the amount of water that is needed to process the rest of the ingredients.

The second ingredient is Chicken By-Products. The chicken by-products in pet food are defined as dry, ground, parts of the chicken carcass that have been rendered clean. Most pet food companies use chicken by-products such as liver, kidney, heart, and gizzard, which are sources of protein and other nutrients. Some do include chicken by-products like feathers, bones, and beaks, all ground up and unidentifiable.

The third ingredient is Pork By-Products. Pork by-products are the remnants of a swine that has been processed. The term usually refers to parts that aren’t used for human consumption, i.e. kidneys, livers, lungs, intestines, and other tissues. In pet food, pork by-products can be a source of protein and other nutrients.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

The fifth ingredient is Pork Liver. Pork liver is organ meat from swine. The pork liver in pet food is a source of protein, iron, and many other nutrients.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition Chihuahua Adult Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.96

Market Price avg.

$0.41

% From the Avg

+134%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$3.76

Market Price avg.

$1.52

% From the Avg

+148%

Price per day

Product Price

$2.26

Market Price avg.

$0.91

% From the Avg

+148%

Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition Chihuahua Adult Canned Dog Food is priced well above the average market price for wet dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Because smaller dogs have higher metabolisms compared to their medium, large, and giant cousins, foods made for small breeds may have higher calorie density. Small dog breed foods also often have smaller kibble size for their smaller mouths.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition Chihuahua Adult Canned Dog Food to the other 1435 wet dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

36.84%

All Products avg.

43.16%

% From the Avg

-15%

DM Fat

Product info

21.58%

All Products avg.

22.28%

% From the Avg

-3%

DM Fiber

Product info

12.11%

All Products avg.

7.48%

% From the Avg

+62%

DM Carb

Product info

29.47%

All Products avg.

25.94%

% From the Avg

+14%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that’s low in protein with moderate fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other wet dog foods.

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