Alternatives to
Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter
Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter? 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 Mother and Babydog Starter in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter's 70/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Orijen Puppy. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 70/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | B | A |
| Nutritional balance | A | A |
| Few undesirables | B | A |
| Ingredient transparency | C | A |
| Species fit | A | A |
| Crude protein | 30% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 33.1% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 29% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1 A Orijen Puppy 93/100 +23 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #2 A Orijen Original Adult Poulet 92/100 +22 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #3 A Orijen Six Fish 91/100 +21 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
- #4 A Acana Wild Prairie Recipe 90/100 +20 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 33% crude protein vs 30%.
- #5 A Carnilove Fresh Chicken & Rabbit 89/100 +19 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
- #6 A Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe 88/100 +18 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 32% crude protein vs 30%.
- #7 A Edgard & Cooper Adult Poulet & Riz 88/100 +18 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
- #8 A Farmina N&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult 88/100 +18 Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1 A Orijen Puppy 9.00€/kg -0.20€
- #2 A Orijen Original Adult Poulet 8.50€/kg -0.70€
- #3 A Orijen Six Fish 8.50€/kg -0.70€
- #4 A Acana Wild Prairie Recipe 7.80€/kg -1.40€
- #5 A Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe 6.40€/kg -2.80€
- #6 A Edgard & Cooper Adult Poulet & Riz 7.90€/kg -1.30€
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 Mother and Babydog Starter?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter's 70/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter?
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 Mother and Babydog Starter?
Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter scores 70/100 (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.