Royal Canin Launches 'Neutered Care Large Dog,' Its First Therapeutic Diet Exclusively for Large Dogs

Royal Canin Japon G.K. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Shinichi Kusakabe; hereinafter, Royal Canin), a Health Through Nutrition Company that develops premium pet food and therapeutic diets to achieve the health of dogs and cats based on nutritional science, has launched "Neutered Care Large Dog" (dry), a therapeutic diet for dogs that supports the healthy body of large dogs through six total care points based on scientific research, while appropriately adjusting calories for healthy weight maintenance after spaying/neutering*1. This product is a VDEC registered*2 therapeutic diet intended for use in the dietary treatment of pets with specific diseases or health conditions, and can be purchased at veterinary clinics nationwide*3, Royal Canin's official/certified online stores, and certified physical stores under the diagnosis and guidance of a veterinarian.

*1 Currently available for veterinary clinics from Kyoritsu Seiyaku Co., Ltd. Launched on April 6th at Royal Canin's official/certified online stores and certified physical stores.

*2 VDEC (Veterinary Diet Evaluation Center, a general incorporated foundation) is a non-profit third-party organization that promotes the quality and proper use of therapeutic diets.

Based on evaluation standards formulated with reference to European standards, products that meet the criteria are allowed to display the "VDEC Mark (Registered Therapeutic Diet Mark)".

*3 Please inquire with your regular veterinary clinic about the availability of this product.

Large dogs, with their large physiques and heavy weights, are said to experience significant physical strain, especially on their bones and joints, and to age faster than small or medium-sized dogs. Understanding these physical characteristics of large dogs and providing appropriate nutritional management from a young age is extremely important for large dogs to age healthily. On the other hand, in Japan, where super small and small dogs account for a large proportion, the options for veterinary-exclusive food for large dogs are limited, and many large dog owners currently substitute with therapeutic diets for small dogs or use commercially available food without receiving nutritional guidance from a veterinarian.

Therefore, Royal Canin has now launched "Neutered Care Large Dog," specialized for large dogs, from the "Neutered Care" series, which boasts "Veterinarian Recommended No. 1"*4, in order to realize nutritional guidance for large dogs by veterinary clinics and their health maintenance. This product supports the daily health of large dogs with six total care points based on scientific research for large dogs, in addition to weight maintenance after spaying/neutering.

*4 Domestic therapeutic diet market research (2024 Zpeer survey)

"Neutered Care Large Dog" is a veterinary-exclusive food equipped with six total care points based on scientific research for large dogs. It carefully addresses key care points and supports the healthy body of large dogs.

3 points particularly enhanced for large dogs

1. Bone and Joint Health Maintenance

For large dogs, who are prone to stress on their bones and joints, it is richly formulated with glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 fatty acids (EPA+DHA) to support healthy bone and joint maintenance.

2. Digestive Care and Stool Odor Reduction

Large dogs have different digestive tract characteristics than small dogs, and tend to have soft stools with strong odors. "Neutered Care Large Dog" is designed for high digestibility and contains a balanced blend of multiple dietary fibers, including prebiotics, to support digestive health. It also reduces undigested matter, thereby reducing stool odor.

3. Kibble Size for Large Dogs

Kibble that is too small for large dogs can lead to them swallowing it whole without chewing properly. By providing kibble of an appropriate size for large dogs, it encourages thorough chewing and slower eating, supporting satiety and healthy digestion. Chewing also contributes to oral health maintenance.

Product Name

Dog Neutered Care Large Dog

Product Type

Dry

Standard

3kg / 8kg

Country of Origin

France

Seller

Kyoritsu Seiyaku Co., Ltd.

Availability

Veterinary clinics nationwide*, Royal Canin official/certified online stores, certified physical stores

Details on official/certified online stores and certified physical stores: https://portal.v.royalcanin.jp/

This product is a therapeutic diet and should be purchased under the diagnosis and guidance of a veterinarian.

*Please inquire with your regular veterinary clinic about the availability of this product.

Release Date

April 1, 2026

Royal Canin's purpose is to create A BETTER WORLD FOR PETS™ by achieving visible and tangible "true health" through providing optimal nutritional balance for individual dogs and cats. To achieve this purpose, we continue to pursue optimal nutritional balance for individual dogs and cats, meticulously responding to the varying nutritional needs of dogs and cats based on their age, body size, breed, sensitivities, and health conditions.

About the Distribution of Royal Canin Therapeutic Diets

Therapeutic diets are products developed with the intention of selecting food for nutritional management that matches each pet's health condition and ongoing treatment, based on a veterinarian's recommendation and nutritional guidance derived from a pet's examination. Royal Canin sells its therapeutic diets only through veterinary clinics, official/certified online stores, and certified physical stores, under the diagnosis and guidance of a veterinarian, to ensure that pet owners can purchase therapeutic diets appropriately and with peace of mind for the health of their beloved dogs and cats, thereby achieving 100% trust between veterinary clinics and pet owners. For more details, please visit the special website "Royal Canin Therapeutic Diet VETS Health Station (https://portal.v.royalcanin.jp/)."

About Royal Canin

Royal Canin, which develops the ROYAL CANIN® brand, is a world-leading company in dog and cat health based on nutritional science and is a member of Mars, Incorporated. Founded in 1968 by French veterinarian Dr. Jean Cathary, Royal Canin aims to realize its purpose of "A Better World for Pets" through collaboration with pet professionals, continuously pushing the boundaries of nutrition and knowledge.

Royal Canin collaborates with partners such as breeders and veterinarians to not only create nutritionally balanced foods that meticulously meet the needs of individual dogs and cats based on science, but also develops various tools and services that significantly benefit pet health. We practice business in a responsible and sustainable manner, respecting pets, people, and the planet.

Operating in over 120 markets worldwide, we have over 8,000 associates, including more than 400 veterinarians and nutritionists. We operate 15 factories, 2 pet centers (innovation centers), 1 research and development center, and 7 laboratories from the Mars network worldwide.

In addition, outside Europe, including Japan, we develop the EUKANUBA™ brand. Eukanuba is a dog food brand that supports the health and active daily lives of dogs. We also operate NOM NOM, a rapidly growing US-based direct-to-consumer pet food company.

More about Royal Canin: https://www.royalcanin.com/jp/

More about Eukanuba: https://www.eukanuba.com/jp/

Royal Canin Japon corporate site: https://royalcanin.jp/