Are feathers the answer to your pet’s itch?

This technology is used in human infant formulas, where hydrolysed milk protein is used for infants with allergies. This also works in most pets with a food allergy, but for those with severe food allergies or other chronic conditions like inflammatory bowel disease, the protein needs to be broken down even further into tiny particles.

While this can sound complicated and highly scientific (it is), a gold standard for this is Royal Canin’s Anallergenic diet.

The science behind it

Working closely with scientists, veterinarians, and veterinary nutritionists, Royal Canin’s Anallergenic took more than 10 years to develop and has been available in market for 10 years, proving this scientific approach works. By extracting protein from feathers that are a by-product of human-food production and breaking the protein down into very small peptide chains and single amino acids, Royal Canin has created a sustainable and effective product for pets.

No other product on the market has protein particles as tiny, and it’s this reason why it is perfect for pets with severe food allergies, as the smaller particles evade the immune system.

For the average pet owner, this means that pets who are suffering from severe food allergies can finally experience much needed relief from the dreaded itch, all thanks to hydrolysed feather protein.

A sustainable way to combat allergies

Driving their research is Royal Canin’s dedication to the wellbeing of dogs and cats. With this ethos, the organisation guarantees their product development to create nutritious food for cats and dogs. Aside from the technical aspects, Royal Canin uses feathers because they are a sustainable resource, which is a value the brand takes very seriously.

As a global business, the company aims to minimise its impact on the planet throughout every part of its operations from raw material sourcing, supply chain and packaging – and finds ways to cut down its environmental impact.

With your pet enjoying a diet that doesn’t trigger their food allergy and the subsequent scratching and skin damage, they’ll have more time to chase balls, share a spot on the lounge and help to keep you sane during the lockdown.

A happy scenario you can partially thank feathers for. While food allergy is an uncommon cause of itch for pets, it is often necessary to do the dietary elimination trial as a part of the diagnostic process to help uncover the true cause for your pet’s allergies and itchy skin.

For further health advice for your pet or information on Royal Canin’s Anallergenic diet, please consult your treating veterinarian.

A complete and balanced diet for pets with severe food allergies Royal Canin’s Anallergenic pet food gives your pet all the benefits of a complete balanced diet without the allergies that can occur in other pet foods. With its unique protein derived from feathers, Royal Canin is the gold standard in hydrolysed pet food.