Puppyhood is the most nutritionally critical period of a dog's life — and what they eat during this window shapes immune function, cognitive development, bone integrity, and metabolic health for years to come. Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Puppy is the vet-exclusive formula developed for the specific growth phase of each breed size, providing exactly what each puppy needs at exactly the right level.
The breed-size-specific approach:
- Small Breed Puppy — higher caloric density for small, fast metabolisms; smaller kibble for small mouths; concentrated immune support for breeds with longer growth periods
- Medium Breed Puppy — balanced growth rate support; immune maturation complex; adapted kibble size for medium-breed bite mechanics
- Large Breed Puppy — controlled calcium and phosphorus to prevent the rapid mineralization that causes developmental orthopedic disease in large breeds; EPA/DHA for healthy joint development from the start
Shared features across all puppy formulas:
- DHA from fish oil for brain and vision development
- Antioxidants, vitamin E, and lutein to support immune system maturation during the vaccination period
- Highly digestible proteins for developing digestive systems
Also available: Puppy Pro Tech colostrum supplement for high-risk neonates from birth to weaning, and wet formats for puppies transitioning to solid food.
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet — breed-size-specific puppy nutrition, exclusively through your veterinarian.