Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken Royal Canin Canine Mature Consult Medium Dog Dry Dog Food
Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.1 to 8.0. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken and Royal Canin Canine Mature Consult Medium Dog Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 22, 2026 |
Verified Jul 25, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.1 / 10 | 8.0 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
26.00% | 21.00% |
| Fat | 11.00% | 12.00% |
| Fiber | 5.50% | 8.30% |
| Calcium | 1.15% | Not listed |
| Phosphorus | 0.75% | 0.73% |
| Omega-6 | 2.50% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
10.00% | 10.50% |
| Calories | 3452 kcal/kg | 3472 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
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 Show less |
Corn, chicken by-product meal, wheat, corn protein meal, chicken fat, pea fiber, natural flavors, powdered cellulose, dried plain beet pulp, wheat gluten, fish oil, calcium carbonate, vegetable oil, dried tomato pomace, potassium chloride, L-arginine, sodium aluminosilicate, L-tyrosine, choline chloride, vitamins[DL-alpha tocopherol acetate (source of vitamin E), L-ascorbyl-2-polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), niacin supplement, D-calcium pantothenate, biotin, pyridoxine hydrochloride (vitamin B6), riboflavin supplement, thiamine mononitrate (vitamin B1), vitamin A acetate, vitamin B12 supplement, folic acid, vitamin D3 supplement], sodium tripolyphosphate, fructooligosaccharides, L-carnitine, DL-methionine, L-lysine, rosemary extract, preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid, salt, L-tryptophan, taurine, trace minerals[zinc proteinate, zinc oxide, ferrous sulfate, manganese proteinate, manganous oxide, copper sulfate, sodium selenite, calcium iodate, copper proteinate], lecithin, GLA safflower oil, marigold extract (Tagetes erecta L.), green tea extract, carotene. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Immune support, Joint care, Bone health, Digestive health, Weight management, Heart care | Skin coat health |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult, Senior | Senior |
| Breed size | Large | Medium |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Not indicated | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Not listed | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe 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 accreditedThe 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 recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken By-Product
- Beet Pulp
- Natural Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Iams Healthy Aging Large Breed Dry Dog Food Chicken scores higher, 8.1 to 8.0 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken By-Product, Beet Pulp, Natural Flavor.
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