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Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition German Shepherd Adult Dry Dog Food, 30 lbs.

Royal Canin Breed Health Nutrition German Shepherd Adult Dry Dog Food, 30 lbs.

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17 LBS
30 LBS
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Description

Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult Dog Food is a breed-specific diet created for your pure breed. Specialized kibble encourages large dogs to chew. Highly digestible proteins and specific fibers maintain digestive health. EPA and DHA from fish oil help maintain skin and coat health. And glucosamine and chondroitin help support bone and joint health in big dogs.

  • - FORMULATED FOR PUREBRED GERMAN SHEPHERDS: Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult Dry Dog Food is designed to meet the nutritional needs of purebred German Shepherds 15 months and older
  • - SPECIALIZED KIBBLE: Unique kibble shape is designed for a German Shepherd's long, strong muzzle to encourage chewing
  • - HEALTHY DIGESTION: Highly digestible proteins and specific fibers promote healthy digestion and promote optimal stool quality
  • - SKIN AND COAT: Supports healthy skin and coat with EPA and DHA from fish oil and reinforces the skin barrier with essential nutrients
  • - BONE AND JOINT: Glucosamine and chondroitin maintain bone and joint health and support large breed bodies

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU2291518
LifestageAdult
Primary FlavorOriginal
Primary BrandRoyal Canin
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight30 LBS
Health FeatureJoints
Grain FreeNo
Food FormDry
Primary FlavorOriginal
LifestageAdult
Breed SizesLarge Breed

Brewers rice, chicken by-product meal, brown rice, oat groats, chicken fat, pork meal, natural flavors, powdered cellulose, dried plain beet pulp, wheat gluten, fish oil, vegetable oil, sodium silico aluminate, calcium carbonate, potassium chloride, L-tyrosine, sodium tripolyphosphate, vitamins (DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), niacin supplement, L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, folic acid, vitamin B12 supplement, vitamin D3 supplement), salt, monocalcium phosphate, hydrolyzed yeast, choline chloride, DL-methionine, taurine, glucosamine hydrochloride, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), trace minerals (zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate), magnesium oxide, green tea extract. Chondroitin sulfate, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.

Crude Protein (min.) 22.0%, Crude Fat (min.) 17.0%, Crude Fiber (max.) 5.5%, Moisture (max.) 10.0%, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) (min.) 0.17%, Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (min.) 0.07%, Glucosamine* (min.) 743 mg/kg, Chondroitin sulfate* (min.) 8 mg/kg. *Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.

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Description

Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult Dog Food is a breed-specific diet created for your pure breed. Specialized kibble encourages large dogs to chew. Highly digestible proteins and specific fibers maintain digestive health. EPA and DHA from fish oil help maintain skin and coat health. And glucosamine and chondroitin help support bone and joint health in big dogs.

  • - FORMULATED FOR PUREBRED GERMAN SHEPHERDS: Royal Canin German Shepherd Adult Dry Dog Food is designed to meet the nutritional needs of purebred German Shepherds 15 months and older
  • - SPECIALIZED KIBBLE: Unique kibble shape is designed for a German Shepherd's long, strong muzzle to encourage chewing
  • - HEALTHY DIGESTION: Highly digestible proteins and specific fibers promote healthy digestion and promote optimal stool quality
  • - SKIN AND COAT: Supports healthy skin and coat with EPA and DHA from fish oil and reinforces the skin barrier with essential nutrients
  • - BONE AND JOINT: Glucosamine and chondroitin maintain bone and joint health and support large breed bodies

Please note that the product information displayed is provided by manufacturers, suppliers and other third parties and is not independently verified by Petco.

Specifications

SKU2291518
LifestageAdult
Primary FlavorOriginal
Primary BrandRoyal Canin
Days to ShipShips Next Business Day
Weight30 LBS

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588 out of 622 (95%) reviewers recommend this product

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Customers overwhelmingly praise this German Shepherd formula, reporting exceptional digestibility with most noting resolution of chronic loose stool, gas, and vomiting issues. Many highlight dramatic coat improvements—shinier, thicker, healthier appearance—alongside increased energy and vitality. Reviewers consistently emphasize the breed-specific formulation, with many stating veterinarian recommendations led them to switch and never look back, citing deep loyalty across multiple dogs and life stages. A few report initial interest followed by decreased palatability or concerns about ingredients, though these represent minimal feedback. Overall, most consider this a trusted, long-term choice delivering visible, tangible benefits.

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The Best Food Ever

k9partner

19 years ago

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This product was good at one time

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12 years ago

When did you change the ingredients? Now you have chicken by-products instead of...

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Great stuff

Robert1

1 month ago
Dogs love the taste and love the shape of the food itself

Originally posted on royalcanin.com

German Shephard Dog Food Adult

James NJ

1 month ago
My Shepard really seems to enjoy this kibble. It's a bit expensive, a substantial discount for subscription orders would be appreciated.

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From fresh food to Royal Canin

Alena B

2 months ago
I switched my German Shepherd/mix from fresh food to Royal Canin due to my travel schedule and constantly being on the road with her. I was nervous that she wouldn’t take it well and being prone to having a sensitive stomach, but the last 2 months have gone smoothly and she is always excited to eat.

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Great company great product.

Katherine B

11 months ago
Our German Shepherd has been fed Royal Canin German Shepherd dry dog food exclusively since he was a puppy and he is a healthy and energetic dog. He always enjoys meal time. Royal Canin also donated the dog food when my husband was a K9 officer so it is a generous and civic minded company.

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My 16-month-old GSD is Thriving!

JM Parker

11 months ago
After many ups and downs with minor digestive problems we switched to Royal Canin. At first we used Royal Canin Puppy Food for German Shepherds, and recently switched to Royal Canin Adult, plus one can of Royal Canin canned food for GSD's a day. Our 16-month-old GSD, Angel, loves it and she had a great Vet visit today. She is thriving and even the Vet asked us if we had just had her bathed and groomed (no we had not) because her coat is so shiny. She radiates health.

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Hole in my dog food bag.

Mike

1 year ago
There was a hole in my dog food bag with kibble coming out of it. It would’ve thought the person that delivered. It would’ve noticed it.

Yes, I recommend this product.

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Best food for german shepherds and german shepherd

Tjovan

1 year ago
I switched 2-1/2 years ago to this after problems with other so called “quality” food because of skin and gastro problems. I Have 3 rescued german shepherd females which two are mixed. We have absolutely No gastric problems, skin problems or any other problems. They have smooth shiny soft Coats, have so much more energy and love this food. It is a bit pricey far better then other so called at quality foods, and far better then raw diet which we did try. I highly recommend this food!

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My GSD Loves it

dpt1017

1 year ago
Nalani has been eating this for 3 years and it shows!!

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Questions

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I have a 67 pound standard poodle. The website recommends German Shepard large breed  instead of the poodle dog food. Is this correct 

  1. While our breed specific diets are nutritionally formulated to support the breed for which it indicates, for breeds for which we do not manufacture a breed specific formula, we recommend a diet based on size and age. In your case we would suggest our Large Adult dry dog food. It is precise nutrition specifically made for large dogs 15 months to 5 years old weighing 56–100 lbs.



Could we start the German Shepherd adult dog food earlier than 15 months? Our boy is 13 months and we’re getting ready to run out of his puppy food. We want to transition him to adult food without having to buy another bag of his puppy food. 

  1. Yes, in fact during the pandemic I had to switch to the royal canine puppy food for my shepherds due to supply issues. They had no issues at all. So, I think you’re on the right track to start the transition to the adult food now.



Why is royal canin for cocker spaniel no longer available.

    My German Shepherd puppy is now 15 months & healthy. She loves the RC German Shepherd puppy food. I am reluctant to switch to adult just yet. Can I continue feeding her the puppy food a few more months OR, should I switch her to adult food immediately?

    1. According to the Royal Canin web site: Royal Canin German Shepherd Puppy dry dog food is designed to meet the nutritional needs of purebred German Shepherds 8 weeks to 15 months old. That should answer your question



    Is there a formula that supports joint health?

    1. The German Shepherd does contain joint benefits; EPA, DHA and glucosamine and chondroitin



    I have a mixed breed German shephard/ Australian shepherd. Is the German shepherd breed food suitable?

    1. I do as well and it was the only food that didn’t upset his stomach when he we first got him. So yes it will work for a mix as well, great food!



    Is this a no more tears shampoo?

    1. Thank you for your question. The Angels' Eyes Shampoo is not a tearless shampoo. The shampoos we offer that are tearless, will state this in the product description.



    Is Royal Canin good for a pregnant 2 year old GSD? Shes been eating it for about three months now and all her itching and finicky eating have stopped.

    1. The German Shepherd Adult is not advised for growth or pregnant females



    Can Royal Canin/German Shepherd dry food be kept in the Freezer?

    1. Thank you for your question. The manufacturer does not recommend freezing this food. The freezer will impact the antioxidants in the food and defrosting may cause molding. There is also a concern with the palatability of the food after freezing for your pet.



    I have a 5 yr old German Sherpherd who has had hip dysplasia since approx 6mo's she is doing much worse.

    1. My sheperd is 10 1/2. Been on Dasaquin for about 2 years. Only food I will feed her is Royal Canin for sheperds. With both items, she runs & plays like a puppy. W/O she is stiff & can barely climb stairs into house. Have also cut back on portions with age. She did start to gain weight. Now I have a new dog hopefully for several more years!



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