Pet Food Sherpa Editorial | Last Updated October 20, 2023

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Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food

Company info

Company HQ

Aimargues, France

Parent company

Mars Inc

Product info

Age Range: Senior

Food Form Dry Senior Dog Food

Cost per day: $1.77

Primary proteins

Chicken By-Product Meal

Ingredients

Brewers Rice, Corn, Wheat Gluten, Chicken By-Product Meal, Chicken Fat, Natural Flavors, Powdered Cellulose, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Vegetable Oil, Fish Oil, Coconut Oil, Dried Tomato Pomace, Sodium Silico Aluminate, Pork Digest, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, L-Tyrosine, Salt, L-Lysine, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Vitamins [Dl-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate (Source Of Vitamin E), Niacin Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (Source Of Vitamin C), D-Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Riboflavin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin A Acetate, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement], Hydrolyzed Yeast, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Monocalcium Phosphate, Dl-Methionine, Trace Minerals [Zinc Proteinate, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Proteinate, Manganous Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite, Copper Proteinate], Marigold Extract (Tagetes Erecta L.), Magnesium Oxide, Green Tea Extract, Chondroitin Sulfate, Carotene, Rosemary Extract, Preserved With Mixed Tocopherols And Citric Acid.

Breed sizes

Toy

Small

Medium

Large

Giant

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$119.99 +Shipping (Free )

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Overall Score

54%

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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 31%

? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 59%

? 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 61%

? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 40%

? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 64%

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: 23%

Fat: 17%

Fiber: 5.4%

Moisture: 10%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 44.6%

Dry Matter Analysis

Protein: 25.56%

Fat: 18.89%

Fiber: 6%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 49.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

Protein: 21.12%

Fat: 37.92%

Carb: 40.96%

Our Review

Pros

Low carbohydrate content
To our knowledge, Royal Canin has never had a product recall
Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
A good source of omega-3 fatty acids

Cons

Expensive
Low in moisture
Contains plant-based proteins
Contains Chicken 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 German Shepherd Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Brewers Rice. Brewers rice is a byproduct of the beer industry. The brewers rice in pet food has been dried and ground for use as a carbohydrate source, often in gluten-free recipes.

The second ingredient is Corn. Corn is a cereal grain that finds its way into countless products. In pet food, corn is usually added as a bulking agent. It is a gluten-free source of carbohydrates for energy and it may offer fiber, vitamins, and minerals as well.

The third ingredient is Wheat Gluten. Wheat gluten is a good source of digestible protein. In pet food, wheat gluten is used as a binding agent and texturizer as well as a protein source.

The fourth ingredient is Chicken By-Product Meal. In pet food, chicken by-product meal is often listed as a source of protein. Chicken by-product meal is produced by baking and grinding chicken parts that might not be used for human consumption including necks, feet, entrails, and undeveloped eggs.

The fifth ingredient is Chicken Fat. Chicken fat is a good source of omega-6 fatty acids including linoleic acid. In pet food, chicken fat also adds flavor, improves consistency, and serves as a source of the animal fat pets need for overall wellbeing.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per lb

Product Price

$4.29

Market Price avg.

$3.81

% From the Avg

+13%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$2.94

Market Price avg.

$0.32

% From the Avg

+826%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.77

Market Price avg.

$0.19

% From the Avg

+830%

Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food is priced well above the average market price for dry senior dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

Like middle-aged large dogs, senior large breed dogs are prone to conditions like arthritis and hip dysplasia.Large breed senior dogs share many of the same health concerns as adults, but they may be further along, i.e. conditions like arthritis and hip dysplasia may be worse. For this reason, foods made for large breed seniors often contain joint health ingredients like glucosamine and omega fatty acids. They may also have characteristics seen in large breed foods for dogs of all ages, like larger kibble size and less fat to help reduce bloat.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult 5+ Dry Dog Food to the other 107 dry senior dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

Product info

25.56%

All Products avg.

28.59%

% From the Avg

-11%

DM Fat

Product info

18.89%

All Products avg.

13.47%

% From the Avg

+40%

DM Fiber

Product info

All Products avg.

5.49%

% From the Avg

+9%

DM Carb

Product info

49.56%

All Products avg.

51.73%

% From the Avg

-4%

Analysis Overview

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

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