Alternatives to
Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet
Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet's 71/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Orijen Puppy. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 71/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | B | A |
| Nutritional balance | A | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | C | A |
| Species fit | A | A |
| Crude protein | 21% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 23.2% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 40% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Hydrolyzed poultry proteins | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 21%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1 A Orijen Puppy 93/100 +22 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 21%.
- #2 A Orijen Original Adult Poulet 92/100 +21 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 21%.
- #3 A Orijen Six Fish 91/100 +20 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 21%.
- #4 A Acana Wild Prairie Recipe 90/100 +19 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 33% crude protein vs 21%.
- #5 A Carnilove Fresh Chicken & Rabbit 89/100 +18 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 35% crude protein vs 21%.
- #6 A Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe 88/100 +17 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 32% crude protein vs 21%.
- #7 A Edgard & Cooper Adult Poulet & Riz 88/100 +17 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 21%.
- #8 A Farmina N&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult 88/100 +17 Wins on protein quality and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 21%.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1 A Orijen Puppy 9.00€/kg -3.50€
- #2 A Orijen Original Adult Poulet 8.50€/kg -4.00€
- #3 A Orijen Six Fish 8.50€/kg -4.00€
- #4 A Acana Wild Prairie Recipe 7.80€/kg -4.70€
- #5 A Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe 6.40€/kg -6.10€
- #6 A Edgard & Cooper Adult Poulet & Riz 7.90€/kg -4.60€
Other food types for dogs
- #1 A ZIWI Peak Air-Dried Beef Recipe 91/100 raw food
- #2 A Pure Pet Food Chicken Dinner Air-Dried 89/100 raw food
- #3 A Lily's Kitchen Terrine Grain-Free 87/100 wet food
- #4 A Atavik Pâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon 86/100 wet food
- #5 A Lily's Kitchen Cottage Pie with Beef 86/100 wet food
- #6 A Atavik Pâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet 85/100 wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet's 71/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet?
Yes: Orijen Puppy costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, dogs). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.
Why switch from Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet?
Royal Canin Hypoallergenic Veterinary Diet scores 71/100 (B) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.