Alternatives to

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Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult

dry food · dogs · 55/100 · Average

Looking for an alternative to Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult? 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 Yorkshire Terrier Adult in our database is Orijen Puppy (93/100, grade A), versus Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult's 55/100. 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 Yorkshire Terrier Adult vs its best alternative

CriterionRoyal Canin Yorkshire Terrier AdultOrijen Puppy
Overall gradeC 55/100A 93/100
Protein qualityCA
Nutritional balanceCA
Few undesirablesBA
Ingredient transparencyDA
Species fitAA
Crude protein25%38%
Protein (dry matter)27.6%43.2%
Estimated carbs41%18%
First ingredientRiceplant fillerFresh chicken

Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.

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

8 better-graded alternatives

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy93/100+38Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet92/100+37Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish91/100+36Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 38% crude protein vs 25%.
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe90/100+35Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 33% crude protein vs 25%.
  5. #5ACarniloveFresh Chicken & Rabbit89/100+34Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 35% crude protein vs 25%.
  6. #6ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe88/100+33Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 32% crude protein vs 25%.
  7. #7AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz88/100+33Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.
  8. #8AFarminaN&D Prime Poulet & Grenade Adult88/100+33Wins on protein quality and nutritional balance ; 30% crude protein vs 25%.

Cheaper alternatives per kilo

  1. #1AOrijenPuppy9.00€/kg-0.50€
  2. #2AOrijenOriginal Adult Poulet8.50€/kg-1.00€
  3. #3AOrijenSix Fish8.50€/kg-1.00€
  4. #4AAcanaWild Prairie Recipe7.80€/kg-1.70€
  5. #5ATaste of the WildHigh Prairie Canine Recipe6.40€/kg-3.10€
  6. #6AEdgard & CooperAdult Poulet & Riz7.90€/kg-1.60€

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 Yorkshire Terrier Adult?

In our database it's Orijen Puppy, scoring 93/100 (A) versus Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult's 55/100, among dry food for dogs. 8 better-graded alternatives are listed above.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult?

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 Yorkshire Terrier Adult?

Royal Canin Yorkshire Terrier Adult scores 55/100 (C) 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.