Dog Food
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Multifunction Gastrointestinal Low Fat + Hydrolyzed Protein Dry Dog Food

Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Multifunction Gastrointestinal Low Fat + Hydrolyzed Protein Dry Dog Food

By Royal Canin 11 reviews analyzed Updated Dec 2023 95% confidence
8.2 /10
Quality
8.5
Value
7.5
Design
8.0
Function
8.8
Durability
7.8

In a Nutshell

  • Resolves gastrointestinal issues
  • Effective for allergies
  • Aids in weight management
  • Taste may vary by dog
  • Stock availability issues

Quick Verdict

Royal Canin Multifunction Gastrointestinal Dog Food is an effective and highly recommended option for dogs with gastrointestinal issues, allergies, and weight management needs. However, it may not suit all palates, and stock availability issues were reported.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 11
Would Recommend 82%
Would Buy Again 82%
Avg Lifespan Not specified in reviews

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Effective for allergies (4)

    Many users reported resolution of their dogs' allergies.

  • Aids in weight management (3)

    Helped in reducing weight for overweight dogs.

  • Improves digestive health (4)

    Many users reported improvements in their dogs' digestive issues.

  • Good palatability (3)

    Most dogs seemed to enjoy the taste of this food.

Cons

  • Palatability issues (2) minor

    Some dogs did not like the taste initially.

    Tip: Mixing with other foods or chopping the kibble smaller.

  • Stock availability (2) major

    Consistent issues with the product being out of stock.

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dogs with gastrointestinal issues — Specialized formula helps alleviate digestive problems.
  • Dogs needing weight management — Low fat and hydrolyzed protein helps in weight loss.

Skip If

  • Dogs with strict palates. — Some dogs may not like the taste initially.
  • Owners needing consistent supply. — Frequent stockouts may cause issues.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified in reviews

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.5
11 reviews
5★
64%
4★
18%
3★
0%
2★
0%
1★
18%
allergies (4) digestive health (5) weight loss (4) palatability (2) stock availability (2)

Common Questions

Is this food suitable for dogs with allergies?

Yes, this food has been reported to resolve allergies effectively.

How does this food help with weight management?

The low-fat and hydrolyzed protein formula aids in weight loss.

Is this food available consistently?

There are frequent stock availability issues reported.

Highlighted Reviews

— CAMILLE

"Brenna needs to be on prescription food for many allergies. She loves to eat and I’ve tried everything to get some pounds off her. I had a great conversation with the pharmacy at Chewy and we decided to try the low fat Canin. I tried a small bag to see if her allergies kicked up but the my didn..."

— michelle

"This dog food is for dogs with digestive issues and is often out of stock. ... It needs to be consistently available for dogs with digestive problems. A Chewy rep took it out of my autoship without asking me and cannot add it back which is also a problem because sometimes they hold stock back from ..."

Bottom Line

If your dog needs a specialized diet for gastrointestinal issues or weight management, this food is highly recommended. It resolves issues effectively, but check stock availability and be mindful that some dogs may need time to adjust to the taste.

8.2 /10
Excellent