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Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken

Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.4 to 8.1. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.

Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food and Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken compared

Nutrients:
As Fed
Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food
Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food

Verified Jul 23, 2026

Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken
Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken

Verified Jul 22, 2026

KibbleLab score The KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science.
8.4 / 10 8.1 / 10
Guaranteed analysis (as fed)
Protein Guaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed.
35.00% 26.00%
Fat 10.00% 11.00%
Fiber 9.40% 5.50%
Calcium Not listed 1.15%
Phosphorus Not listed 0.75%
Omega-6 Not listed 2.50%
Moisture Higher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above.
10.50% 10.00%
Calories 3337 kcal/kg 3452 kcal/kg
Calorie density Moderate Moderate
Ingredients
Full ingredient list Every ingredient on each label, in order of weight.
Chicken by-product meal, barley, wheat gluten, pea fiber, corn protein meal, chicken fat, dried plain beet pulp, tapioca, natural flavors (ONLY FOR MEXICO: including poultry, cow milk, pork), powdered psyllium seed husk, calcium sulfate, potassium chloride, marine microalgae oil, sodium bisulfate, fructooligosaccharides, sodium tripolyphosphate, L-arginine, choline chloride, vitamins [DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), biotin, D-calcium pantothenate, vitamin A acetate, riboflavin supplement, niacin supplement, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin D3 supplement, folic acid], rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid, trace minerals [zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, manganese proteinate, ferrous sulfate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, copper proteinate], L-carnitine, fish oil, taurine, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.). Show full list
Chicken, Chicken By-Product Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Ground Barley, Ground Whole Grain Corn, Ground Whole Grain Sorghum, Soybean Meal, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor, Dried Egg Product, Calcium Carbonate, Marine Microalgae (source of DHA), Caramel Color, Potassium Chloride, Carrots, Fructooligosaccharides, Choline Chloride, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin, Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide), Beta-Carotene, Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Citric Acid (preservative), L-Carnitine, Rosemary Extract Show full list
Limited ingredient No No
Health focus Metabolic support, Appetite support, Digestive health, Dental care, Urinary care Immune support, Joint care, Bone health, Digestive health, Weight management, Heart care
Format & suitability
Food type Dry Dry
Texture Kibble Kibble
Processing Not listed Not listed
Life stage Adult Adult, Senior
Breed size Small Large
AAFCO nutritional adequacy
Complete & balanced Whether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test.
Yes Not indicated
Life stages Adult Maintenance Not listed
Substantiation How adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile.
Formulation Not listed
Maker standards
WSAVA guidelines The World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands.
Yes Yes
PSC accredited The Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality.
No No
Recalls & where to buy
Recalls on record KibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear.
None None
Where to buy
Amazon
Amazon

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Shared ingredients

Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.

  • Chicken By-Product
  • Barley
  • Beet Pulp
  • Natural Flavor

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Common Questions

Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?

Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.4 to 8.1 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.

Do these two foods share ingredients?

Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken By-Product, Barley, Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor.

Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?

Royal Canin Canine Glycobalance Small Dog Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken does not list an AAFCO status.

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