Is Royal Canin dog food good for hip dysplasia despite ingredients?

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Hi! Bianca has severe hip dysplasia and was recommended Royal Canin Mobility JS. She currently eats raw and I was always against kibble, especially RC ones because the ingredients makes no sense compared to something like Orijen. Is Royal Canin really that good? It's always recommended by all the vets. But how can it be good with such weird ingredients? Isn't it best for dog to eat as natural as possible? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 1 month old | 64 lbs

Laura Johnson VMD · Accepted Answer

Hi, thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! Yes, Royal canin and Hills are far superior to the boutique brands like Orijen which market to the pet owner and not the dog. Royal canine and Hill's have veterinary nutritionists that formulate their diets unlike the boutique brands that use cookie cutter recipes. The dog food label has to be written a certain way based on the dry vs wet weights of ingredients. It is a huge misconception out there regarding pet food labels. An example of consumer misconception is the grain free fad has now resulted in dogs eating taurine deficient foods that have cause dilated cardiomyopathy and heart failure due to the legumes used to replace grain. You can continue to feed your preferred diet and supplement with glucosamines and Omega 3 if you feel more comfortable. Have a good day!

Is Royal Canin dog food good for hip dysplasia despite ingredients?

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