Royal Canin Launches New Therapeutic Diet "GlycoBalance Advanced" for Cats with Obesity and Diabetes

Royal Canin Japan LLC (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President: Shinichi Kusakabe; hereinafter referred to as Royal Canin), a company that realizes the health of dogs and cats based on nutrition, offering premium pet food and therapeutic diets, will renew its "GlycoBalance" series for cats and dogs and launch new products.

Obesity is one of the significant factors affecting the health of cats. Many cats with diabetes are also obese, making nutritional management through diet extremely important.

The new "GlycoBalance Advanced" for cats (dry and wet), launched this time, is a therapeutic diet that addresses both weight loss and blood glucose maintenance in the management of cats with diabetes accompanied by obesity. Based on new clinical data, it supports nutritional management according to veterinary treatment plans and appropriate diabetes management by pet owners by enabling proper nutritional management from the early stages of diagnosis.

Furthermore, we are launching "GlycoBalance Small Breed" for dogs, targeting small dogs, which are numerous in Japan. "GlycoBalance Small Breed" for dogs is nutritionally designed to provide appropriate nutritional management for diabetes in small dogs, as well as to maintain the health of their digestive system, teeth, and lower urinary tract. The kibble size and shape are designed to be easy for small dogs to eat, supporting the health of more dogs.

These products are VDEC-registered therapeutic diets intended for nutritional management of pets with specific diseases or health conditions, and can be purchased at animal hospitals nationwide, Royal Canin's official and certified online stores, and certified physical stores, under the diagnosis and guidance of a veterinarian.

*1 Launched for animal hospitals by Kyowa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd. Available at Royal Canin's official and certified online stores and certified physical stores.

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

Products that meet the evaluation criteria, developed with reference to European standards, are permitted to display the "VDEC Mark (Registered Therapeutic Diet Mark)."

*3 With the launch of this product, the existing "GlycoBalance" dry and wet for cats will be sequentially discontinued. The recommended switching product varies depending on the cat's body type. Incorrect use may affect your pet's health, so please consult your veterinarian. Please inquire at your veterinarian about the availability of this product.

Features of "GlycoBalance Advanced" for Cats Supports optimal nutritional management for diabetic cats by balancing effective weight loss and healthy blood glucose maintenance.

Point 1: Healthy Blood Glucose Maintenance

Formulated to stabilize post-meal blood glucose levels, with a low carbohydrate content and the use of carbohydrates like barley (dry) and psyllium, which have a slower rate of sugar absorption* *Approximately 40% less than "Royal Canin Satiety Support" (dry)

Point 2: Supports Weight Loss and Maintenance of Ideal Body Weight

Adjusted calorie density and a balanced blend of essential nutrients to support healthy weight loss and maintenance* *Approximately 36% less fat and 11% fewer calories compared to "Royal Canin Indoor Adult"

Point 3: Supports Maintenance of Lean Muscle Mass

Increased protein content to help maintain healthy muscle mass* *Approximately 26% more than "Royal Canin Satiety Support" (dry)

Product Name

GlycoBalance Advanced for Cats

Specifications

Dry: 500g, 2kg, 4kg / Wet Pouch: 85g

Country of Origin

Dry: France / Wet Pouch: Austria

Distributor

Kyowa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Availability

Animal hospitals nationwide, Royal Canin official and certified online stores, and certified physical stores

https://portal.v.royalcanin.jp/

*This is a therapeutic diet. Please purchase under the diagnosis and guidance of a veterinarian. *For availability at animal hospitals, please inquire at your veterinarian.

Launch Date

Dry: July 1, 2026 (Wed)

Wet: Currently available

With the launch of this product, the existing "GlycoBalance" dry and wet for cats will be sequentially discontinued. The recommended switching product varies depending on the cat's body type. Incorrect use may affect your pet's health, so please consult your veterinarian.

Features of "GlycoBalance Small Breed" for Dogs

Point 1: Healthy Blood Glucose Maintenance

Formulated to stabilize post-meal blood glucose levels, with a low carbohydrate content* and the use of barley as a carbohydrate source for slow sugar absorption, along with multiple dietary fibers such as psyllium.

*Approximately 32% less than "Royal Canin Mini Adult"

Point 2: Supports Maintenance of Lean Muscle Mass Increased protein content to help maintain healthy muscle mass* *Approximately 57% more than "Royal Canin Mini Adult"

Point 3: Nutritional Design for Small Breeds

Designed to support the health of the digestive system, teeth, and lower urinary tract of small dogs, with a kibble shape that is easy for their smaller jaws to chew.

Product Name

GlycoBalance Small Breed for Dogs

Specifications

Dry: 1kg, 3kg

Country of Origin

France

Distributor

Kyowa Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.

Availability

Animal hospitals nationwide, Royal Canin official and certified online stores, and certified physical stores

https://portal.v.royalcanin.jp/

*This is a therapeutic diet. Please purchase under the diagnosis and guidance of a veterinarian.

*For availability at animal hospitals, please inquire at your veterinarian.

Launch Date

July 1, 2026 (Wed)

*Some ingredients have been changed for the existing "GlycoBalance" dry and wet for dogs. While there are changes in ingredient values due to ingredient modifications, there are no changes to the basic design or features of the product.

About the Distribution of Royal Canin Therapeutic Diets

Therapeutic diets are products developed with the intention of selecting and appropriately feeding food that matches the pet's health condition and disease being treated, based on veterinary diagnosis and nutritional guidance. To ensure that pet owners can purchase therapeutic diets appropriately and with peace of mind for the health of their dogs and cats, Royal Canin sells its therapeutic diets exclusively through animal hospitals, official and certified online stores, and certified physical stores, fostering a 100% trust relationship between animal hospitals and pet owners, and under the diagnosis and guidance of veterinarians. For more details, please visit the special site "Royal Canin Therapeutic Diet VETS HEALTH STATION" (https://portal.v.royalcanin.jp/).

About Royal Canin

Royal Canin, the company behind the ROYAL CANIN® brand, is a global leader in dog and cat health based on nutrition and 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 works with partners such as breeders and veterinarians to create nutritionally balanced foods that precisely meet the needs of individual dogs and cats based on science, and also develops various tools and services that bring significant benefits to pet health. We conduct our business in a responsible and sustainable manner, respecting pets, people, and the planet.

We operate in over 120 markets worldwide, with over 8,000 associates, including more than 400 veterinarians and nutritionists. We operate 15 factories, 2 pet centers, 1 innovation center, 1 R&D center, and 7 research institutes from the Mars network around the world.

In markets outside of Europe, including Japan, we also offer the EUKANUBATM brand. Eukanuba is a dog food brand that supports the health and active daily lives of dogs. We are also involved in the business of NOM NOM, a rapidly growing direct-to-consumer pet food company based in the United States.

For more information about Royal Canin: https://www.royalcanin.com/jp/

For more information about Eukanuba: https://www.eukanuba.com/jp/

Royal Canin Japan Corporate Site: https://royalcanin.jp/

About Mars, Incorporated

Mars, Incorporated operates under the purpose: "The world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today."

Mars and Kind, combined, are a family-owned business with over $65 billion in sales and 170,000 associates. Our diverse portfolio includes pet care products and veterinary services offered to pets around the world, and high-quality snacks and food that bring joy to millions of people every day.

We offer many beloved brands worldwide, including Royal Canin®, PEDIGREE®, WHISKAS®, CESAR®, M&M'S®, SNICKERS®, EXTRA®, Pringles®, Cheez-It®, and BEN'S ORIGINALTM.

Furthermore, we provide high-quality veterinary services through an international network of animal hospitals, including BANFIELDTM, BLUEPEARLTM, VCATM, and ANICURATM, and ANTECHTM offers innovative solutions in pet diagnostics.

For more information about Mars, visit www.mars.com (in English). You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and YouTube.