Review of Royal Canin cat food

One of the most well-known brands of cat food is Royal Canin, which provides a range of selections for various cat breeds, ages, and dietary requirements. Royal Canin promises to provide a balanced diet that is specific to your cat’s needs, regardless of whether they are a kitten, an elderly cat, or have health issues.

This review will examine the various varieties of Royal Canin cat food, including its nutritional value, ingredients, and potential health benefits. We’ll also take into account the opinions of pet owners who have given their cats this brand.

It’s critical for your cat’s long-term health to select the proper food. Let’s investigate whether Royal Canin is a suitable choice for your feline companion.

Royal Canin cat food

A brand of food called Royal Canin was created especially for dogs and cats. Pet nutrition experts and veterinarians are the only professionals who develop recipes and product composition, as guaranteed by food manufacturers.

You can purchase Royal Canin brand food at any pet store.

This brand’s food is frequently found on the shelves of ordinary retailers.

Who is the manufacturer of this food

Veterinarian Jean Katari created a unique dog food blend in 1967. The Royal Canin brand was established in this manner. The Frenchman launched an entire production after that. Five years later, every dog lover in France knew about special dog food, and by the late 1970s, "Royal Kanin" was a household name. The rulers were created for cats as a result of ongoing efforts to raise the caliber of the products and diversify the selection.

In 1992, the French product in question was present in the Russian Federation. The Russians needed approximately a year to assess the novelty. Special products gained popularity among large breeders very quickly. Nurseries and breeding clubs started to trust this product a year later. Veterinarians gradually became part of the Feed Royal Kanin’s elite.

The veterinarian suggested a diet change for my sister’s cat, who was diagnosed with chronic renal failure. Royal was one of the suggested foods.

The French veterinarian established the renowned brand.

The manufacturing company started to grow by the middle of the 1990s. In other nations, more production facilities were opened. French scientists started developing distinct product lines for "special" animals at the same time. Cat food that had been sterilized was the first to be created. It was anticipated that this type of food would have fewer calories, lowering the chance of becoming obese. Globally, cat breeders endorsed the innovation.

Russia’s first Royal Canin food production facility opened its doors in 2004. In the Moscow region’s Dmitrovsky district, a production complex featuring the newest advancements in science and technology was inaugurated. Even now, this plant produces unique food.

At the moment, Royal Canin facilities all over the world produce goods for different nutritional plans. The manufacturer guarantees that this is not the end of the possibilities. The business is growing, researching the requirements of contemporary domestic cats, and considering advice from veterinarians. Pet stores sell "Royal" on their shelves for any kind of cat.

This is the exterior of the Royal Canin food production facility located in the Dmitrovsky district.

Right now, Royal Canin operates twelve sizable production facilities across the globe, including those in South Africa, the United States, Brazil, Argentina, Russia, Poland, Canada, Great Britain, China, Japan, and France. More than 200 varieties of cat and dog food, including specialty food for six distinct cat breeds, are available under this well-known brand.

What class does it belong to

Four classes can be applied to all industrial food:

• economy class;
• premium class;
• super premium;
• holistic class.

This division principle was proposed by the International Association of Veterinarians. It often happens that one food "migrates" from one class to another. In addition, advertising also influences this fact, because some manufacturers can abuse PR technologies (often the product packaging indicates one quality, but the product itself is of a different quality). Many pet owners listen to the advice of veterinarians and select food based on the recommended class. However, the class can be determined not only by the cost of the product. Economy class food is the most budgetary (low-quality ingredients – up to 10 items, digestibility below 30%, cheap packaging, the product itself does not take into account the characteristics of the animal).

Higher quality ingredients are used in premium class food; up to 30 ingredients may be used. This class of food costs more than its equivalent in the economy. Since veterinarians are hesitant to suggest these foods to their patients, these products need to be advertised. On the other hand, some producers of these goods provide food lines that are tailored to the unique physiological traits of individual cats, such as age, digestive issues, low activity levels, etc. d.

A premium and extremely premium product is cat food from Royal Canin.

The super premium class is distinguished by the subsequent attributes:

1. The product contains ingredients of the highest quality (at least 40% in the composition).
2. The digestibility of the feed should be at least 90%.
3. Everyday feed should take into account the physiological characteristics of the animal: age, body weight, physical activity, etc. d.
4. The specific needs of cats should be taken into account (for example, there should be food for improving the quality of wool, for removing hairballs from the gastrointestinal tract, etc. d.).
5. The presence of a special dietary line at the brand.
6. The presence of research centers and laboratories at the manufacturer (in such organizations, year-round work should be carried out to study the effect of feed on the condition of animals).

"Royal Canin" is a feed that is part of the super premium class. On the other hand, user complaints have been appearing more frequently on forums lately. There are occasions when cat owners are not happy with the product’s quality.

Cat breeders who buy "Royal" for their pets are divided into 2 camps. Some believe that the food simply cannot be suitable for all cats (sometimes there is intolerance), and the owner must take into account all health features when choosing a product. And the second part of those who tried this food claim that the quality of only the Royal food produced in Russia has deteriorated. Moreover, I have seen comments indicating that the product produced in France satisfies the tastes of even the most capricious cat owners. Therefore, despite the manufacturer"s statements, Royal Canin is sometimes called a premium product. In addition, the rights to produce French food in Russia have recently belonged to Mars, and this company specializes in economy class food.

Holistic food is the priciest and highest-quality food available.

Products that satisfy these criteria are holistic cat food:

• they are not advertised (such food is sold only in specialized stores and at a very high price);
• such food contains only 100% meat (even humans can eat such food);
• the packaging indicates what kind of meat was used;
• does not contain flavorings, colorings, flavor enhancers, vegetable proteins, GMOs and other additives;
• 100% product absorption;
• all the needs and characteristics of the animal are taken into account.

Pros and cons of this food

The following qualities of Royal Canin cuisine are among its benefits:

• relatively low price;
• a wide range of food (there are even lines for cats of certain breeds);
• availability (these foods are sold in almost any store);
• animal preference (as a rule, cats like "Royal");
• special promotions (the manufacturer often holds promotions and competitions to attract new customers);
• different foods of the same line can be combined with each other.

The ability to mix and match Royal Canin foods is one of their benefits.

I found out about the cat’s taste preferences through trial and error. I turned preventive feedings around, urinating in turn to avoid tartar, etc. The primary feed and preventive bowls were always present. Since every product in the RK feed line gets along well with the others, you can even mix them together. However, if your cat eats everything, you don’t need to; just switch between the preventive feed in the evening and the main feed in the morning. Le-MURR is a forum user. http://forum.kotodom.ru/topic12310.html is the URL.

The absence of European-made "Royal" is a drawback of this feed. Russian retailers frequently stock our feed on their shelves.

Assortment and features of feeds

Three series of cat feeds are available from Royal Canin for cat owners:

• everyday food for adult cats;
• everyday food for kittens (up to 1 year);
• dietary feeds.

Photo gallery: some types of everyday food for adult cats

The best food for older cats (those over 12 years old) is Ageing. Breed nutrition is what feeds cats with pedigrees. For cats who live at home, the Indoor line is appropriate; however, there is another food line called Outdoor that is meant for cats who walk frequently. The Savoir Exigent line of foods is intended to satisfy fickle felines. Cats that have undergone sterilization are intended to use the Sterilized series.

Adult cats can choose from a variety of everyday food options.:

• by breed (British Shorthair, Maine Coon adult, Sphinx, Persian, Siamese);
• by age (Indoor — up to 7 years, Indoor — from 7 years, Ageing 12+);
• by characteristics (Indoor Appetite control for cats prone to excess weight, Outdoor — for those who often walk outside, Savoire Exigent — for capricious pets);
• for sterilized cats (Sterilised 37, Sterilised 7+, Sterilised 12+);
• taking into account the delicate digestive system (Sensible 33, Digest Sensitive, Digestive Care).

The kittens’ food was also taken care of by the manufacturer. Children’s "Royal" is also separated into a number of groups based on the needs, breed, and age of various kittens:

• Mother and babycat (up to 4 months). This food can be eaten even by pregnant cats, so you can prepare a large package in advance (suitable for both mother and babies).
• Babycat Instinctive (for kittens up to 4 months);
• Persian for Persian kittens up to 12 months old;
• British Shorthair for British Shorthair kittens up to 1 year old;
• Maine Coon for Maine Coon kittens aged 3 to 15 months;
• Kitten — classic everyday food for kittens;
• Kitten Sterilised for kittens up to 1 year old who have undergone sterilization.

A year ago, one of my friends’ kittens was left behind. Though his eyes were open, it was obvious that the baby was not even a month old from the way he was touching his belly to the ground. At this age, some kittens do, of course, already eat, but this little one did not. The new guardians were hesitant to give him cow’s milk via a pipette. The veterinarian suggested purchasing kitten-specific milk, similar to baby formula. It turned out that the Royal Canin brand is used to produce a comparable product.

Photo gallery: the most popular Royal Canin baby food

Mother and Babycat is a food for kittens, although nursing and pregnant cats can also eat it. For cats under a year old, Royal Canin Kitten is a traditional high-calorie daily food that is packed with vitamins. A kind of kitten food called Royal Canin Maine Coon Kitten takes the breed into consideration (contains prebiotics) Babycat Instinctive is a moist food, or mousse, that helps with the switch from breast milk to self-sufficient nourishment by encouraging the creation of antibodies. Food for sterilized kittens is called kitten sterilized.

Products in the veterinary series are made specifically for cats with unique medical needs.

• Intensive Beauty — to maintain beautiful fur;
• Urinary Care — to prevent urolithiasis;
• Instinctive 7+ — prevents struvite formation;
• Senior Consult Stage 1 — preventive food for cats over 7 years old;
• Senior Consult Stage 1 balance — for cats prone to obesity, over 7 years old;
• Senior Consult Stage 2 — preventive food for cats with visible signs of aging;
• Skin Young Male — for neutered cats with delicate skin;
• Skin Young Female — for sterilized cats with sensitive skin;
• Skin& Coat Formula — for cats with sensitive skin after castration/sterilization;
• Convalescence Support s/o — for animals after an illness;
• Calm CC 36 is a dietary food for animals that have experienced severe stress;
• Diabetic DS46 — dietary food for diabetic cats;
• for cats with liver diseases: Hepatic HF26, Gastro Intestinal Moderate Calorie GIM35;
• Mobility NC28 — for cats with musculoskeletal disorders.

There are too many products in the Royal Canin food line for us to list them all. Furthermore, it is improbable that the owner of the cat will recall every option and will search the store for a particular one. Selecting the desired product line is sufficient.

Photo gallery: the most popular Royal Canin dietary foods

Cats recovering from illness can benefit from Convalescence Support, which boosts immunity. One of Royal Canin’s most well-liked dietary items is Diabetic DS46. Food for cats with liver disease is called hepatic HF26. Senior cats who exhibit a variety of aging symptoms are the target audience for the Senior Consult series. For cats who are prone to urolithiasis, urinary care is ideal.

Table: composition, series, types, prices of some feeds

Types of feed	Series	Features of composition	Price	Pros	Cons
Dry food	for kittens Mother and babycat	highly digestible proteins (LIP), antioxidants and prebiotics	from 230 rubles per 400 gram package	easy to store in a dry room, economical, nutritious, good for teeth	may spoil in high humidity, requires mandatory drinking with water
	for sterilized cats and cats with sensitive skin Skin& Coat Formula	complex of niacin, inositol, choline, histidine and pantothenic acid	from 250 rubles per 400 gram package
	for sphinxes Sphinx	taurine, EPA and DHA fatty acids
	for Siamese cats	dehydrated poultry meat, borage oil, extract marigolds and LIP
Wet food	for kittens Mother and babycat	prebiotics, antioxidants (vitamins B and C), taurine and lutein	from 83 rubles for a 195-gram can	can be stored in packaging for a long time, animals like canned food more than dry food	high price, contains fat, inconvenient to transport (due to its large weight)
	for cats with a delicate digestive system Digest sensitive	meat and meat by-products, cereals, minerals, vegetable protein extracts, various sugars.	75 rubles per 85-gram package
	for cats with sensitive digestion under 7 years old Sensible	prebiotics to maintain the balance of intestinal microflora and LIP	from 210 rubles per 400-gram package
	for cats prone to gastrointestinal disorders Digestive care	prebiotics (FOS – fructooligosaccharides) and dietary fiber (including plantain)	from 275 rubles per 400-gram package
Medicated food	for cats prone to urolithiasis Urinary Care (in sauce)	meat and meat by-products, cereals, plant products, minerals, various sugars	from 53 rubles for a package of 85 grams	wide selection of veterinary food (can be chosen for a cat with any disease, as well as for preventive purposes), dietary food is presented in the form of dry and wet food (can be selected based on the preferences of the animal)	finding special therapeutic food is not always easy (diabetic food can, of course, be bought at a pet pharmacy, but highly specialized food, for example, Mobility NC28, will have to be ordered online or from wholesalers)
	for cats prone to obesity Ultra Light (in sauce)	meat, cereals, plant protein extracts, minerals, nutritional supplements: vitamins, trace elements (iron, iodine, copper, manganese, zinc)
	Dietary food for adult cats Light Weight Care	Proteins of animal origin (bird), fiber, cereals, animal fats, minerals, yeast, fish oil, etc. D.	from 275 rubles per package of 400 grams
	for cats prone to plaque formation Oral Care	fish oil, soybean oil, fructooligosaccharides, psyllium husk and seeds, etc. d.

Does Royal Canin have cat treats?

All pet owners desire to spoil their animals with "goodies."

Only the cat itself knows what a cat treat is. What kind of product it will consider "tasty" is impossible to predict. However, the owner’s input is also very important when selecting a treat like this. We have wet food as a treat since my cat eats natural food. The cat devours it eagerly because it’s safer than her favorite candies. Even so, my Hosya won’t turn down canned peas, a cup of ice cream (which she consumes while standing on her hind legs and gripping the cup with her front paws), or even green onions.

In actuality, a cat treat is regarded as a unique product that simultaneously fulfills two purposes:

• the cat should like the treat, it should stimulate appetite, etc. D.;
• The treats should be useful and low -calorie (its use should not lead to overeating).

"Royal Kanin" turns pressed veins into bones that are used as pet treats. A treat like this fulfills the pet’s need to chew, removes tooth stains and debris from the teeth, and helps with breathing. Unfortunately, though, this product is currently only made for dogs. Consequently, you can select a delectable jelly from the same manufacturer as a "yummy."

Other foods for the replacement of "Royal Kanin"

It’s also possible that the typical Royal Canin meal wasn’t available in the store.

Select the highest-quality item if it so happened that there was no "royal" in the store or that you had to temporarily switch to another meal. There is really no need to go to economy since some premium and super premium classes are even less expensive than Royal Canin. The following are popular feeds among premium class feeds:

• Brit Premium;
• Probalance;
• Organix;
• Ontario;
• Science Plan;
• Pro Plan;
• Eukanuba.

Photo gallery: good premium class food

The Czech firm Vafo Praha produces Brit premium food. Though it costs roughly twice as much as comparable products, veterinarians and cat owners alike regard Eukanuba as high-quality cat food. At least 31% of the food in Ontario is chicken meat. The makers of Organix guarantee that no artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives are used in their products. Veterinarians frequently recommend Pro Plan. Preservatives E320 and E321 are present in Probalance food.

Another excellent, extremely premium option to replace Royal Canin is to choose:

• Fitmin For Life;
• Brit Care;
• Summit;
• Blitz;
• Leonardo.

It is important for cat owners to keep in mind that switching to a new food should go smoothly. It is not possible to purchase a bag of fresh food and give it to your pet right away. You must first present the discovered substitute (you can divide the meal into separate bowls and serve the new and regular food). You could serve the new dish for dinner the following day. Try giving the cat just the new product after a few days. Simultaneously, you must keep a close eye on the cat’s health and behavior. Even the smallest decline in its condition could indicate that the new diet is inappropriate for it.

If your cat only eats dry food, make sure one of its bowls is always filled with water. You don’t need to restrict how much liquid your pet consumes because it won’t overindulge. Furthermore, regular food from the table is not necessary to feed the cat.

Photo gallery: super premium food to replace Royal Canin

The producers of Blitz food extend exclusive terms to wholesalers and nurseries. Brit Care is offered as food for adult, senior, and kitten cats. For cats with erratic tastes, Fitmin For Life is a great food. Russian cat breeders prefer Leonardo food because of its strong veterinary lines. Customer reviews indicate that Summit is a good food to try when you’re switching from another meal.

The holistic equivalents of "Royal" are the best (though not the most economical). These consist of the following goods:

• Felidae;
• Eagle Pack Holistic;
• Chicken Sou;
• Innova;
• WOLFSBLUT;
• Almo Nature;
• GO!;
• GRANDORF;
• MAGNUSSON.

Photo gallery: Royal Canin analogues of the holistic class

Almo Nature is offered as food for cats of various ages. "Eagle Pack Holistic," which considers the qualities of the body, is offered as food for kittens and nursing cats, as well as regular food for adult cats and a hypoallergenic diet. On the GO food packaging! Innova food is appropriate for cats whose fur and skin require extra care. There are three marking stripes: green for kittens and cats with a delicate gastrointestinal tract, pink for kittens with chicken and vegetables, and purple for kittens with four types of meat. Grandorf has a minimum of 32% animal protein.

Table: comparison of food of different classes to replace Royal Canin

Class	Name	Features of the composition	Manufacturer	Price
Premium	Brit Premium	5 types of meat are used (duck, turkey, venison, lamb, salmon)	Czech Republic	from 286 rubles per 1 kg
	Probalance	the main ingredient is dehydrated poultry meat (23%)	Russia	from 195 rubles per 1 kg
	Science Plan	contains natural antioxidants and preservatives (tocopherols and citric acid)	Netherlands, Czech Republic	from 480 rubles per 1 kg
	Eukanuba	"Eukanuba" is sold only as dry food, canned food is not produced by this manufacturer	USA, Netherlands, Russia	from 1040 rubles per 2 kg
Super premium	Fitmin For Life	a lot of meat in the composition: dehydrated poultry meat (30%), fresh pork liver (15%), dehydrated fish, hydrolyzed pork liver, beef	Czech Republic	from 520 rubles per 1 kg
	Brit Care	the food contains many useful ingredients: fish and chicken oil, vitamins, minerals, fiber and oligosaccharides	Czech Republic	from 420 rubles per 1 kg
	Summit	contains at least 34% protein and 11% fat, caloric content 4000 kcal	Canada	from 540 rubles per 1 kg
	Leonardo	Contains special ingredients: malt, linseed seed, beer yeast, taurine, lecithin (animal protein in the product of at least 85%)	Germany	from 530 rubles per 1 kg
Holistic	Eagle Pack Holistic	contains beets, alfalfa, apples, cranberries, yucca extract, natural bacteria, animal proteins	USA	from 1600 rubles for 2 kg
	Innova	Contains dairy products (only lactose milk), animal protein (up to 50%), etc. D.	USA	from 340 rubles for 400 g
	Go!	made according to three recipes: grain-free food, whole grain and food for sensitive digestion	Canada	from 1400 rubles for 1.82 kg
	Grandorf	contains taurine, flax seeds, dried cranberries and antioxidants (natural antioxidants are used, the preservative is a mixture of tocopherols (vitamin E)	Belgium (dry food), Italy (canned food)	from 1350 rubles for 2 kg

Category	Description
Brand	Royal Canin
Product Type	Dry and Wet Cat Food
Key Ingredients	Chicken, Grains, Animal Fats
Target Age	Kittens, Adults, Seniors
Special Formulas	Hairball Control, Digestive Care, Weight Management
Health Benefits	Supports digestion, improves coat health, balances weight
Price Range	Moderate to High
Flavors	Chicken, Salmon, Tuna

Whether they are senior cats, adult cats, or young kittens, Royal Canin cat food offers a broad range of options designed to meet their unique needs. The brand wants to support your pet’s general health and well-being by emphasizing nutrition.

While some cats might react better to particular flavors or mixes, Royal Canin offers a nutritionally complete, well-balanced diet. Selecting the appropriate type is crucial, taking into account your cat’s age, breed, and overall health.

All things considered, Royal Canin’s emphasis on premium ingredients and meticulously crafted formulas makes it a reliable choice for a lot of pet owners. To make sure it’s the greatest fit for your cat’s specific needs, it’s wise to speak with your veterinarian as soon as possible.

Due to its specially formulated formulas that meet the unique needs of cats at different life stages, breeds, and health conditions, Royal Canin cat food is a popular choice among pet owners. With a variety of dry and wet food options, the brand emphasizes balanced nutrition to support cats’ overall health, which makes it a reliable and convenient choice for a lot of people.

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