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Veterinary Diet Neutered Large Breed Dog Food

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Royal Canin

Veterinary Diet Neutered Large Breed Dog Food

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18 ingredients28% protein3,297 kcal/kg

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Ingredients

19 ingredients

8 beneficial · 2 under research review · 8 contextual · 1 standard

Nutritional adequacy

Complete & Balanced

Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited), brand statement

Brand transparency

4 of 5 disclosed

PFIAA

Data completeness

88%

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Ingredients

19 listed by weight, heaviest first · tap any ingredient for its research notes

8 beneficial2 under research review8 contextual1 standard ingredients

What do these mean? ▾

Beneficial. Linked to benefits in published research. Tiers show evidence strength.

Restricted or banned. Restricted or banned by a regulator in at least one country.

Under research review. Being studied or re-evaluated by researchers or regulators.

Contextual. Not flagged, but there is a note worth reading.

Standard. Everyday components like vitamins and minerals.

Guaranteed analysis

as declared by the manufacturer

✓Labelled complete and balanced (no recognised standard cited)

Protein28%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison

Fat11%moisture not declared, no AAFCO comparison

Fibre7.2%no AAFCO reference

3,297 kcal/kg≈ 1,379 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 3,297 kcal/kg

Moisture is not declared on the label, so no dry-matter comparison against AAFCO minimums is shown.

Values as declared by the manufacturer (as fed). AAFCO minimums are published on a dry-matter basis and converted using the declared moisture before comparison; the comparison is shown for context only. Consult your vet for diet decisions.

Brand transparency

Royal Canin · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating

Recall historyon record2020: Voluntary quarantine of a prescription diet product in AU following consumer complaints. Resolved. 0 APOG consumer reports.

AS5812 accreditationnot confirmed

PFIAA membershipconfirmed

Quality certificationsconfirmedBRC · ISO 22000

Parent companydisclosedMars Petcare Australia

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1Dehydrated poultry proteinPoultry (bird species not specified)▾

● Contextual noteA poultry ingredient where the bird species (chicken, turkey, duck, etc.) is not identified. Covers generic terms like poultry, poultry meal, poultry protein, and poultry by-products. Limits traceability compared to named species; treated as a possible chicken source for allergy checking.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

2maizeCorn / corn gluten meal▾

● Contextual noteA digestible carbohydrate and protein source for most dogs. Commonly characterised as filler in consumer discussions, but veterinary nutrition research supports its nutritional value.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

3barley▾

● Contextual noteA whole grain carbohydrate and fibre source. Provides beta-glucans, a type of soluble fibre associated with gut health benefits.Sources: Veterinary nutrition references

4wheat flourWheat / wheat gluten▾

● Contextual noteA protein and carbohydrate source. Wheat gluten is a high-quality plant protein. Note: true gluten intolerance is uncommon in dogs compared to humans.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

5vegetable fibres▾

● Contextual noteA generic term for plant-derived fibre sources. The specific source plant is not identified, limiting traceability.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

6wheat glutenWheat / wheat gluten▾

7dehydrated pork proteinNamed single-species whole meat▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Whole meat from a named animal species. Both the species and the form are identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking. Published nutrition references associate named whole meats with high protein quality.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006 · Amino acid bioavailability studies

8hydrolysed animal proteinsUnnamed animal proteins▾

● Under research reviewGeneric animal proteins or hydrolysed animal proteins without species identification. The source animal(s) cannot be confirmed, which limits traceability.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · FDA CVM documentation

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9animal fatsUnnamed animal fats▾

● Under research reviewGeneric animal fats without species identification. The source animal(s) cannot be confirmed, which limits traceability and is relevant for pets with food sensitivities or allergies.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions · FDA CVM documentation

10beet pulp▾

● Beneficial (supported)A well-studied moderately fermentable fibre source associated with stool quality benefits in dogs.Sources: NRC 2006 · Fahey et al. 1990

11mineralsMinerals (generic)▾

● Standard ingredientA generic term for a mineral premix. Where the label lists the specific mineral compounds in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual minerals are not disclosed. European-style labels declare added trace minerals as numbered additives with doses (e.g. "E4 (copper): 10 mg").Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

12fish oilEPA + DHA (marine-source omega-3)▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Marine-source omega-3 fatty acids associated with anti-inflammatory, skin/coat health, joint support, cognitive function, and cardiac and renal support in multiple peer-reviewed studies.Sources: Bauer 2011 JAVMA · NRC 2006 · Multiple RCTs in dogs for skin/joint conditionsPosition on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.

13soya oilSoy / soybean meal▾

● Contextual noteA plant-based protein source. Contains phytoestrogens (isoflavones). A common allergen in some pets.Sources: NRC 2006 · AAFCO 2024

14psyllium husksPsyllium husk▾

● Beneficial (emerging)A well-characterised soluble fibre source commonly recommended by veterinarians for digestive support.Sources: NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.

15seedsSeeds (generic/unspecified)▾

● Contextual noteA generic seed declaration. Where the label names the seeds in brackets, each is shown and classified below. Unnamed seeds limit traceability and allergen assessment.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

16fructo-oligo-saccharidesFOS (fructo-oligosaccharides)▾

● Beneficial (supported)A prebiotic fibre associated with gut microbiome support in published studies. Promotes beneficial bacteria growth.Sources: Swanson et al. 2002Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

17glucosamine from fermentationGlucosamine HCL▾

● Beneficial (supported)Some peer-reviewed studies in dogs have associated glucosamine with joint cartilage support. Quality and formulation vary across products.Sources: McCarthy et al. 2007 · Moreau et al. 2003Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

18marigold mealMarigold extract (source of lutein)▾

● Beneficial (emerging)Marigold extract is a natural source of lutein, a carotenoid antioxidant. Some studies have explored lutein for eye health and immune function support in dogs and cats.Sources: Kim et al. 2000 (Journal of Nutrition) · Nutritional composition dataPosition on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

19hydrolysed cartilage (source of chondroitin)Chondroitin sulfate▾

● Beneficial (supported)Often studied in combination with glucosamine. Some studies report benefits for joint mobility in dogs.Sources: McCarthy et al. 2007Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.