Alternatives to

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Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter

dry food · dogs · 70/100 · Good

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter? Here are dry food products for dogs that PetFoodRate grades higher, and cheaper options for the same use.

In short

The best-rated alternative to Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter's 70/100. Cheaper-per-kg pick: Orijen Puppy. All graded on the same independent A-E method, no sponsored brands.

By Theo Blanchard · reviewed by Max Kowalski · updated June 2026 · independent grading, no sponsorship

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Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin Mother and Babydog StarterOrijen Puppy
Overall gradeB 70/100A 93/100
Protein qualityBA
Nutritional balanceAA
Few undesirablesBA
Ingredient transparencyCA
Species fitAA
Crude protein30%38%
Protein (dry matter)33.1%43.2%
Estimated carbs29%18%
First ingredientDehydrated chickenFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.

Orijen Puppy outscores 100% of dry food for dogs in our database.

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+23Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+22Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish91/100+21Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 38% crude protein vs 30%.
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+20Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 33% crude protein vs 30%.
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+19Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 35% crude protein vs 30%.
  6. #6ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+18Wins on protein quality and few undesirables ; 32% crude protein vs 30%.
  7. #7AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz88/100+18Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.
  8. #8AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+18Wins on protein quality and few undesirables.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy9.00€/kg-0.20€
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet8.50€/kg-0.70€
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish8.50€/kg-0.70€
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe7.80€/kg-1.40€
  5. #5ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe6.40€/kg-2.80€
  6. #6AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz7.90€/kg-1.30€

Other food types for dogs

  1. #1AZIWI PeakAir-Dried Beef Recipe91/100raw food
  2. #2APure Pet FoodChicken Dinner Air-Dried89/100raw food
  3. #3ALily's KitchenTerrine Grain-Free87/100wet food
  4. #4AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Effilochés - Dinde au saumon86/100wet food
  5. #5ALily's KitchenCottage Pie with Beef86/100wet food
  6. #6AAtavikPâtée pour chien - Canard & Poulet85/100wet food

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Frequently asked questions

What is the best alternative to Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter?

In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter's 70/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter?

Yes: Orijen Puppy 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 Mother and Babydog Starter?

Royal Canin Mother and Babydog Starter scores 70/100 (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.