Hill's vs Royal Canin Therapeutic Dog Food in Calgary: What the Difference Is and Where to Get Both

Hill's Prescription Diet and Royal Canin Veterinary Diet are the two therapeutic pet food lines Calgary pet owners hear about most often. This blog explains how they compare at a general level. It does not tell you which one is right for your dog: that decision is your veterinarian's.

Two big players, similar goal

Both brands make therapeutic diets designed to support specific health considerations. Both are widely used by Canadian veterinarians. Both are regulated as feed, not medicine, so no legal prescription is required to buy them.

How the ranges differ

The two lines organize their products differently. Royal Canin often leans on breed-specific and life-stage-specific formulas. Hill's often organizes around specific health considerations. Formulations, sourcing, and palatability profiles differ. Neither is universally "better."

How your vet chooses between them

Your veterinarian's choice usually comes down to your pet's specific condition, past response to formulas, palatability, and any other health considerations at play. If your pet has done well on one brand, vets often stay with it.

Ordering either brand in Calgary

The VetFaster food storefront carries both brands' widely stocked formats. Calgary pet owners can order either without leaving home, and delivery typically arrives within 72 hours.

Switching between brands

If your vet moves you from one brand to the other, follow the transition plan they give you. VetFaster keeps both brands available so a switch on the vet's side does not become a supply hunt on your side.

Ready to order?

Browse the full VetFaster pet food storefront for live pricing on therapeutic and everyday formulas, or read our how it works page. Questions? Reach out on the contact page.