Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Diabetic Dry Cat Food
Veterinary Diet for Adult Cats with Diabetes Mellitus
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Diabetic is a complete and balanced prescription dry cat food specially formulated to support the nutritional management of adult cats diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. This advanced veterinary diet helps regulate post-meal blood glucose levels while supporting healthy body weight and maintaining lean muscle mass.
Developed by Royal Canin's veterinary nutrition experts, this formula contains reduced levels of digestible carbohydrates, low glycaemic index starch sources, and a high protein content to help diabetic cats achieve better glycaemic control and overall wellbeing.
Key Benefits
Glucomodulation Support
Formulated with reduced starch levels and low glycaemic index carbohydrate sources to help manage post-prandial blood glucose levels and support stable energy release throughout the day.
High Protein Formula
Contains 46% protein to help maintain lean muscle mass, which is essential for diabetic cats and supports healthy weight management.
Low Starch Content
Features a carefully controlled starch level of only 19%, helping to minimise blood glucose fluctuations after meals.
Weight Management Support
Maintaining an ideal body condition can improve insulin sensitivity and enhance the effectiveness of diabetes treatment.
Suitable For
Royal Canin Diabetic Dry Cat Food is recommended for:
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Adult cats diagnosed with Diabetes Mellitus
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Diabetic cats with a Body Condition Score (BCS) of 6/9 or below
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Overweight diabetic cats (BCS 7/9 or higher) until glycaemic control is achieved
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Cats requiring veterinary nutritional support for blood glucose management
Nutritional Analysis
Ingredients
Dehydrated poultry protein, barley, wheat gluten, maize gluten, soya protein isolate, manioc (tapioca), vegetable fibres, hydrolysed poultry protein, animal fats, minerals, chicory pulp, fish oil, psyllium husks and seeds, fructo-oligosaccharides, soya oil, marigold meal.
Primary carbohydrate sources: Barley (13.5%) and Manioc/Tapioca (7%).
Feeding Guide
Feeding quantities should be adjusted according to:
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Body condition score
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Activity level
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Blood glucose monitoring results
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Individual metabolic requirements
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Veterinary recommendations
Fresh drinking water should be available at all times.
Transitioning to This Diet
When changing your cat's food, gradually introduce Royal Canin Diabetic over 7–10 days. Closely monitor blood glucose levels during the transition period, as insulin requirements may need adjustment under veterinary supervision.
Storage Instructions
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Store in a cool, dry place
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Keep the bag tightly sealed after opening
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Protect from direct sunlight and moisture
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Best used within 6 weeks of opening
Important Veterinary Information
Veterinary prescription required.
Royal Canin Diabetic is a therapeutic veterinary diet intended for use under professional veterinary supervision only. Regular health checks and blood glucose monitoring are recommended to ensure optimal diabetes management.
Not suitable for:
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Kittens
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Pregnant cats
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Lactating cats
Product Information
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Brand: Royal Canin
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Range: Veterinary Nutrition
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Product Type: Prescription Dry Cat Food
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Life Stage: Adult Cats
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Special Features: Low Glycaemic Index Carbohydrates, High Protein, Low Starch, S/O Index
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Prescription Required: Yes
