Royal Canin X-Small Aging 12+ Dry Dog Food (Senior, Dry)

Ingredients (verbatim, per manufacturer product page): Brewers rice, chicken by-product meal, corn gluten meal, corn, chicken fat, brown rice, wheat gluten, natural flavors, dried chicory root, fish oil, vegetable oil, dried tomato pomace, psyllium seed husk, potassium chloride, calcium sulfate, L-arginine, L-tyrosine, calcium carbonate, fructooligosaccharides, 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], L-lysine, taurine, choline chloride, DL-methionine, hydrolyzed yeast, L-tryptophan, magnesium oxide, L-carnitine, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, calcium iodate, sodium selenite, copper proteinate], GLA safflower oil, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), green tea extract, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid.

Guaranteed analysis (as fed, per manufacturer): Crude Protein (min) 22.0%, Crude Fat (min) 14.0%, Crude Fiber (max) 3.6%, Moisture (max) 10.0%, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) (min.) 0.19%, Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) (min.) 0.08%. Energy 3768 kcal/kg calculated metabolizable energy (343 kcal/cup). AAFCO: SIZE HEALTH NUTRITION X-SMALL AGING 12+ is formulated to meet the nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for maintenance. Brewers rice is the first ingredient.

X-Small Aging 12+ is a dry kibble formulated for very small breed dogs, up to 8 lb, over 12 years old. Its first five ingredients by pre cooking weight are brewers rice, chicken by-product meal, corn gluten meal, corn and chicken fat, three grain sources ahead of the two named animal fat and meal inputs. Beyond the standard guarantees the label lists EPA and DHA minimums, omega-3 fatty acids the manufacturer associates with senior dogs. Royal Canin packages this recipe in a 2.5 lb bag and includes a Daily Feeding Recommendations section on the product page rather than a single serving size, since portions depend on the dog's current weight. This is the oldest life stage break in the X-Small size tier, sitting above the X-Small Adult formula. Sniff and Shift makes single ingredient freeze dried treats, which are treats rather than meals, and they pair with any complete diet on this list.

Consolidated from publicly available manufacturer information (link above), compiled Sep 17, 2026. Not tested or evaluated by Sniff and Shift. Not medical advice, verify on current packaging and consult your veterinarian.

Source: Royal Canin product page (royalcanin.com). Figures are the maker's published values; check the bag for the current label.

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