Dealing with a Rottweiler’s food allergies can be frustrating! We asked 800,000 members of the Rottweiler community on facebook the following question: “Those who raise Rottweiler have allergies…. What food do you use and why? “ We received hundreds of responses and summarize the top 20 here.
As always, consult your veterinarian before making any health changes to your Rottweiler’s diet. iHeartDogs is reader powered so some of the links below may be affiliate links for which we get a small commission at no extra cost to you.
The 20 best foods for Rottweiler dogs with allergies
Rottweilers are susceptible to chicken sensitization. None of my dogs should eat chicken or chicken by-products. We are currently raising salmon & rice for sensitive skin Purina Pro Plan. But maybe switch to Victor (Oceanfish recipe) bc I’ve heard such great things.
Author: Kim H.
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Diamond naturals sheep and rice for large dogs. A lot of dogs are allergic to chicken, beef, and grains like soy and corn. Our vet had us switch to the diamond.
Author: Cher W.
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My Rottweiler dog spits up a lot. I switched it to fresh dog food and no more vomiting and it’s healthy, big!!
Author: Michaelyn N Warren S.
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My son has eosinophilic enteritis. It’s a really common auto-immune condition for Rotties. He’s allergic to every meat protein on the ground! I even have to carefully prepare dog food and make sure I serve it first because even the residue of canned food made from meat on a spoon will make it vomit for days with bloody water coming out of it. the back end is like a fire hydrant! We used to use Royal Canin Hydrolyzed Protein, but the holy cow made that price too high!! I switched him to Natural Balance Vegetarian both canned and eaten small and he has been doing great for several years now!
Author: Susan L.
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Royal Canin. AF is expensive but it’s the only thing my daughter can eat without getting sick.
Author: Maria D.
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Stay away from foods with chicken or chicken by-products. I give Victor (blue pack mixed with purple) about 50% of their food, the other 50% is raw ground rabbit meat including bones/beef/lamb/fish (tilapia), offal, vegetables and fruits. All sent through the meat grinder. I have six Rottweilers and they do it very well
Author: Corinna J.
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Scientific diet. It worked I had 7 Rotties now I have 3 it works
Author: Jill G.
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Diamond Naturals I just found it best for him
Author: Cri’stol G.
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Only Fromm. Best decision we’ve ever made. Mainly mixed chicken. Sometimes salmon. He loves roast duck and potatoes.
Author: DeMarie N.
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My dog is allergic to chicken which has been his main food since he was a puppy up to 2 and a half years old, he has had terrible burning and dry skin to pet him, he just can’t make contact with his belly and bad attitude. I started with the vet to clean up the hot spots and a chat then I did some research on what nutrients a dog digest will help enhance its lifespan. Tested several meats she can eat with no problems We are currently making her recipe pumpkin and vegetable oatmeal, sometimes I add raw liver (no chicken) ) beef seems to be the best for her. My sister with a German Shepard also feeds this and molts within a week or two. My dog is now a happy girl, good shiny belly and best attitude
Author: Paula S.
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I use Kirkland brand with Omega-3 pre and probiotics green bag works great plus he is on medication
Author: Charity H.
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Victor works well because my children have eye allergies and this reduces it to Royal K9 fishing and wild taste.
Author: Tony D.
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We have a Rottie and a Shepard. I recently read on another forum that goat milk is a miracle cure for sensitive skin and stomach. It is believed to be a natural prebiotic. The local dog supply store has it in the freezer. I give them half a cup after dinner and they love it. Since we incorporated it into their diet, they have had no more problems.
Author: Eric H.
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Raw Meat and Purina One ball, lamb and rice.
Author: Cynthia C.
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Both of my rots have sensitive stomach upsets, Royal Canin Hydrolysed Protein is completely different – world of difference – I would pay $10000 – cost doesn’t matter to make sure they’re getting get what they need
Author: Katie B.
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Wild buffalo green (bison and red meat)
Author: Manda L.
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Abundant life All stages of life. I have skin problems, I also give her wellness and skin/coat supplements. Well done!
Author: Karen K.
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I have IBD and a chicken allergy. She is taking a prescription for Royal Canin HP… ..very expensive
Author: Bianca Dietz W.
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Poultry and grain allergies. We use Nutrosource lamb and rice!
Author: Tom O.
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I have a fish allergy so he eats red meat acana prairie or acana
Author: Brad K.
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