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Royal Canin Hypoallergenic review

C64 / 100 · general adult profile

Royal Canin Hypoallergenic scores 64 out of 100, a grade C, against our general adult profile. In short, the first listed ingredient is rice, and protein sits at 21% and fat at 14%.

How it scores by breed

The same food scores differently by breed, because each breed profile weights protein fit, fat ceiling, joint support, skin and coat support, filler content and ingredient transparency differently. Across 279 breed profiles, Royal Canin Hypoallergenic ranges from 33 to 81 out of 100.

Shichon (Shih Tzu x Bichon Frise)B · 81
Zuchon (Shih Tzu x Bichon Frise)B · 81
Maltese Shih Tzu (Mal-Shi)B · 79
West Highland White TerrierB · 78
Shipoo (Shih Tzu x Poodle)B · 78
Bull Terrier (Miniature)B · 77
Bichpoo (Bichon Frise x Poodle)B · 77
Frenchton (French Bulldog x Boston Terrier)B · 77
Where it scores lowest
Neapolitan MastiffD · 33
MastiffD · 33
BullmastiffD · 33
Dogue de BordeauxD · 34
Boxador (Boxer x Labrador)D · 35

Analytical constituents

Energy390 kcal per 100g
Protein21%
Fat14%
Fibre2.9%
Ash7%
Moisture8%
Typical price£11.00 per kg
Cost per 1,000 kcal£2.82

Ingredients

Rice, hydrolysed soya protein, animal fats, soya oil.

Positives

Higher scoring alternatives

Other kibble foods for the same life stage that score better against the general adult profile.

Common questions

Is Royal Canin Hypoallergenic a good food?

Against our general adult profile it scores 64 out of 100, a grade C. That figure reflects protein and fat fit, joint and skin support, filler content and ingredient transparency. The right answer for your own dog depends on its breed, age and any health conditions.

How much protein is in Royal Canin Hypoallergenic?

The label declares 21% crude protein and 14% fat.

What is the first ingredient in Royal Canin Hypoallergenic?

Rice. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so the first entry usually makes up the largest share.

Which breeds does Royal Canin Hypoallergenic suit best?

It scores highest for Shichon (Shih Tzu x Bichon Frise), Zuchon (Shih Tzu x Bichon Frise), Maltese Shih Tzu (Mal-Shi). Breed changes the weighting of each factor, so the same food can score very differently across breeds.

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This page uses a general adult profile. PawsePal scores this food against your dog's breed, age, weight and health conditions, and tells you the portion in grams.

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Scores are produced by PawsePal's six-factor breed-specific scoring engine, built on veterinary nutrition science and aligned with WSAVA guidelines. Analytical values are taken from manufacturer labels and prices are approximate UK retail, so check the pack before you buy. This page is information, not veterinary advice.