Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Diets

Royal Canin Gastrointestinal diets are specially formulated to support pets with digestive sensitivities. Each recipe is designed to promote healthy digestion and nutrient absorption, helping dogs and cats maintain optimal gut health.

Why choose Royal Canin Gastro?

Royal Canin Gastrointestinal is a range of specialised veterinary diets scientifically formulated to support cats and dogs with digestive sensitivities or disorders. These highly digestible formulas are crafted with specific nutrients to help soothe the digestive system and promote overall gut health.

If your vet has recommended a specific diet, you will find options like Royal Canin Gastrointestinal dog food and Royal Canin Gastrointestinal cat food, as well as specialised formulas such as Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Low Fat, to suit your pet's precise needs.

Key benefits of choosing a Royal Canin Gastrointestinal diet include:

Digestive Support: Highly digestible ingredients and a balance of fibres, including prebiotics, help to support a healthy digestive tract and transit.
High Energy: The increased energy content allows for smaller meal volumes, which can reduce the intestinal load and ease digestion.
Microbiome Support: Prebiotics help to stimulate the growth and balance of beneficial bacteria in the gut, contributing to a healthy digestive environment.
High Palatability: The formulas are made to be extra tasty to help encourage eating, even for pets with a reduced appetite due to digestive upset.

FAQ's

Can My Dog Eat Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Long-term?

The suitability of feeding your petRoyal Canin Gastrointestinal food long-term is entirely dependent on the specific medical condition your dog has and the ongoing advice of your veterinarian.

For dogs and cats with chronic, long-term conditions such as Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) or Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency (EPI), this diet is often formulated to be nutritionally complete and safe for indefinite feeding as a primary means of managing their health.

Conversely, if the food was prescribed for an acute or temporary issue, your vet will likely recommend a gradual transition back to a non-therapeutic maintenance diet once the digestive system has stabilised.

You must always consult your veterinarian to confirm the appropriate duration.

Does Royal Canin Gastrointestinal Require a Prescription?

Royal Canin Gastrointestinal is a veterinary diet that should only be used under the guidance of a vet. It’s designed to support dogs and cats with digestive issues such as diarrhoea or poor nutrient absorption. In the UK, it’s classed as a prescription diet, so you’ll need your vet’s approval before buying or feeding it.