Alternatives to
Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult
Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.
The best-rated alternative to Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult's 79/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.
Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult vs its best alternative
| Criterion | Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult | Orijen Puppy |
|---|---|---|
| Overall grade | B 79/100 | A 93/100 |
| Protein quality | A | A |
| Nutritional balance | B | A |
| Few undesirables | A | A |
| Ingredient transparency | C | A |
| Species fit | B | A |
| Crude protein | 26% | 38% |
| Protein (dry matter) | 28.6% | 43.2% |
| Estimated carbs | 42% | 18% |
| First ingredient | Dehydrated chicken | Fresh chicken |
Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.
8 better-graded alternatives
- #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+14Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
- #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+13Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
- #3AOrijenSix Fish91/100+12Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 38% crude protein vs 26%.
- #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+11Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 33% crude protein vs 26%.
- #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+10Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 35% crude protein vs 26%.
- #6ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 32% crude protein vs 26%.
- #7AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 26%.
- #8AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+9Wins on nutritional balance and ingredient transparency ; 30% crude protein vs 26%.
Cheaper alternatives per kilo
- #1ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe6.40€/kg-0.10€
- #2AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Junior Poulet5.80€/kg-0.70€
- #3AUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Poulet5.50€/kg-1.00€
- #4ANatureaNaturals Adult Poulet5.80€/kg-0.70€
- #5BBritCare Adult Salmon & Potato5.20€/kg-1.30€
- #6BUltra Premium DirectCroquettes Chien Adulte Saumon5.80€/kg-0.70€
Other food types for dogs
- #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
- #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
- #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
- #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
- #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
- #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food
Frequently asked questions
What is the best alternative to Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult?
In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult's 79/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.
Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult?
Yes: Taste of the Wild High Prairie Canine Recipe costs less per kg for the same use (dry food, dogs). More cheaper-per-kg options are in the dedicated section further down.
Why switch from Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult?
Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult scores 79/100 (B) on our A-E method. Buyers look for an alternative to get higher protein quality, fewer undesirables, better transparency, or a better species fit. Our grading is independent with no sponsorship.