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Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy

Manufacturer: Royal Canin

Royal Canin Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy Small Puppy
71.9Technical Score

The Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy (Royal Canin) earned a technical score of 71.9/100 (rated ✅ Solid) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (71 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (63 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 32.4% protein and 20.11% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy good?

So-so. Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy is in the "Solid" band (technical score 71.9/100), below our High Standard band. Compare it with the alternatives on this page. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 71) and ingredient purity (IPFI 63), with 32.4% protein and 20.11% fat on a dry-matter basis.

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)71 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)63 / 100
Final Score71.9

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein32.4%
Fat20.11%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein29 %
Crude fat18 %
Crude fiber3.9 %
Moisture10.5 %
Metabolizable energy3832 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

This is a growth (puppy/kitten) food (3832 kcal/kg). A young animal's daily amount depends on its age and current weight, so we do not calculate g/day from the adult weight: follow the feeding table on the package, weigh the animal often and adjust to its body condition with your veterinarian's advice. Source: FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024 (dogs: Table VII-8b, p. 56; cats: Table VII-10, p. 57).

Ingredients

  1. 1Chicken by-product meal
  2. 2Brewers rice
  3. 3Chicken fat
  4. 4Wheat gluten
  5. 5Corn
  6. 6Dried plain beet pulp
  7. 7Natural flavors
  8. 8Corn gluten meal
  9. 9Monocalcium phosphate
  10. 10Pea fiber

What we like

  • ✓natural preservatives
  • ✓EPA/DHA declared

Points of concern

  • ⚠corn and wheat gluten
  • ⚠grain splitting
✓ Verified data

www.royalcanin.com — guaranteed analysis, calorie content and ingredient list for Small Puppy read 2026-09-03

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Frequently asked questions about Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy

What is the technical score of Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy?
Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy (Royal Canin) scores 71.9/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (71 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (63 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy has 32.4% protein and 20.11% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
Is Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy a good food for dogs?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Royal Canin Size Health Nutrition Small Puppy is "Solid" (score 71.9/100). Strengths: natural preservatives, EPA/DHA declared. Points of concern: corn and wheat gluten, grain splitting. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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