How do I choose the right Royal Canin diet for my pet?

Start with your pet's life stage and size, then think about any health needs like a sensitive tummy or weight. Royal Canin has puppy, kitten, adult and senior recipes, plus Mini to Giant sizes for dogs. Our vet guide to age appropriate food is a good place to start, and your vet can help if your pet has a health condition.

Are the breed diets necessary?

While not strictly 'necessary' for every pet of a particular breed, these diets are formulated based on extensive scientific research into the unique traits and common health predispositions of each breed. They're made with that breed's needs in mind, with recipes for breeds like Labradors, French Bulldogs and Maine Coons. If your pet is a mixed breed, a recipe for their size and life stage is usually the better place to start. Our guides to breed-specific diets and choosing food for your dog's breed explains more.

What is the difference between retail and veterinary diets?

Retail diets are everyday foods for healthy pets and pets prone to certain conditions. Royal Canin Veterinary Diets are therapeutic diets made to help manage specific diagnosed health conditions, such as kidney disease or urinary problems, and should only be fed under your vet's guidance. Read our guide to prescription diets for pets for more.

How much and how often should I feed Royal Canin?

The amount and number of meals depend on your pet's age, weight and the recipe, so follow the feeding guide on the pack. Puppies and kittens usually eat smaller meals more often than adults. Your vet can help if you're unsure. Our pet feeding guide is a handy starting point.

Is wet or dry Royal Canin better?

Neither is better for every pet. Dry food is easy to store and measure, while wet food can suit pets who prefer a softer texture or who need more moisture. Royal Canin makes both, so you can pick what your pet enjoys. Our vets compare the two in wet dog food vs dry dog food .

How do I switch my pet to Royal Canin?

Switch gradually over about a week. Mix a little of the new food in with the old and slowly increase the amount each day. This helps avoid tummy upsets. If your pet has a health condition or is on a vet diet, check with your vet before changing food.

Is Royal Canin Indoor Adult good for indoor cats?

Royal Canin Indoor Adult is made for the lower activity levels of adult indoor cats, with support for digestion, weight maintenance and hairball reduction. It's a good option for cats who live inside, but your vet can help if your cat has a health concern. See our vet guide to the best indoor cat food .

When should I change my pet to an adult or senior diet?

It depends on your pet's species, breed and size, because larger dogs mature more slowly than small ones, and cats differ from dogs. Royal Canin has puppy, kitten, adult and senior recipes to match each stage. Our guide on when to change your pet's food for their life stage explains the general timing, and your vet can advise for your pet.

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Royal Canin dog and cat food

Royal Canin makes dog and cat food built around your pet's life stage, size, breed and health needs. Shop dry food, wet food and vet diets for puppies, kittens, adults and seniors, all in one place.

What Royal Canin offers

Royal Canin was founded in France in 1968 by a vet, Dr Jean Cathary, and the range is still organised around different pets' needs. Recipes are grouped by life stage, from puppy and kitten formulas through to adult and senior diets. Dog food comes in Mini, Medium, Maxi and Giant sizes, and there are breed diets for Labradors, French Bulldogs, Ragdolls, Maine Coons and more. Not sure where to start? Our vets have guides to the best puppy food and best kitten food, plus a breed specific dog food guide.

Choosing the right formula

Each recipe is designed for a particular pet. Mini Adult suits the higher energy needs of small adult dogs, Maxi Puppy supports growth in large breed puppies until 15 months, and Indoor Adult is made for less active indoor cats, with support for digestion, weight maintenance and hairball reduction. There are also recipes focused on things like dental care, digestive care, hairballs and urinary care. If you're unsure which one suits your pet, check the label or ask your vet.

Breed matters too, so see our guides to health and nutrition for popular dog breeds and Maine Coon and Ragdoll nutrition. For little ones, start of life nutrition covers how to feed puppies and kittens for healthy growth.

Where to find the range

Looking for Royal Canin in Australia? Shop Royal Canin dog food or Royal Canin cat food, or browse the puppy and kitten range. Pets whose vet recommends a therapeutic diet are covered by the Royal Canin Veterinary Diet range. You can also browse all dog food and cat food.

Key benefits of Royal Canin

Scientifically based nutrition - backed by decades of research and trusted by vets
Every life stage - puppy, kitten, adult and senior recipes, so your pet's food can change as they grow
Sized for your dog - Mini, Medium, Maxi and Giant recipes to suit different dog sizes
Breed diets - recipes made for popular breeds like Labradors, French Bulldogs, Ragdolls and Maine Coons
Everyday health focus - options for indoor cats, hairballs, dental care, digestion and urinary care
Dry and wet options - kibble, pouches and cans to suit your pet's tastes
Vet diet range - a separate Royal Canin Veterinary Diet range for pets whose vet recommends a therapeutic diet

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