Royal Canin Intense Hairball Care Dry Cat Food

Cats ingest significant loose hair through daily grooming, leading to stomach accumulation and hairball regurgitation. This formula uses a proprietary natural fibre blend with psyllium husks and seeds at 0.50% to carry ingested hair through the digestive tract for natural stool elimination.

Clinical studies confirm hairball reduction within 14 days of exclusive use. Psyllium's unique mucilaginous properties form a gel that coats hair and promotes intestinal transit, working with natural peristalsis rather than simply lubricating like petroleum pastes.

L.I.P. proteins ensure nutrient absorption despite increased fibre. Available in 400 g, 2 kg, 4 kg and 10 kg bags. Pairs with Hairball Care wet food.

• Proven results: The exclusive use of ROYAL CANIN® HAIRBALL CARE dry formula reduces hairball formation in 14 days*.

• Life stage: Adult cats (1 year and older)
• Food type: Complete dry cat food
• Key benefits: Hairball reduction, intestinal transit, coat health
• Product range: Feline Care Nutrition

Composition

Dehydrated poultry protein, wheat gluten*, maize, vegetable fibres, rice, animal fats, hydrolysed animal proteins, wheat, maize flour, maize gluten, beet pulp, minerals, yeasts products, soya oil, fish oil, psyllium husks and seeds (0.50%), fructo-oligo-saccharides.

Additives (per kg)

Vitamin A: 24 000 IU, Vitamin D3: 940 IU, Iron (3b103): 30 mg, Iodine (3b201, 3b202): 3 mg, Copper (3b405, 3b406): 9 mg, Manganese (3b502, 3b504): 39 mg, Zinc (3b603, 3b605, 3b606): 130 mg, Selenium (3b801, 3b811, 3b812): 0.04 mg - Antioxidants.

*LIP: protein selected for its very high digestibility.

Recommended daily feeding amounts for Royal Canin Intense Hairball Care (dry food only):

• 3 kg cat: 45 g (ideal weight) or 36 g (overweight)
• 4 kg cat: 55 g (ideal weight) or 44 g (overweight)
• 5 kg cat: 65 g (ideal weight) or 52 g (overweight)
• 6 kg cat: 74 g (ideal weight) or 59 g (overweight)

For mixed feeding with Royal Canin Hairball Care wet food (1 pouch per day):

• 3 kg cat: 26–28 g dry food + 1 pouch
• 4 kg cat: 36–38 g dry food + 1 pouch
• 5 kg cat: 47 g dry food + 1 pouch
• 6 kg cat: 56 g dry food + 1 pouch

Always ensure fresh drinking water is available. Use a digital food scale for accuracy and adjust feeding amounts according to body condition.

How is Intense Hairball Care different from the wet Hairball Care formula?

Royal Canin Intense Hairball Care dry (V18773) contains concentrated psyllium fibre at 0.50% for maximum intestinal transit stimulation. The wet Hairball Care formula provides additional hydration and a different fibre delivery mechanism. Used together, they offer the most comprehensive hairball management programme.

Will this completely stop hairballs?

Clinical studies show significant reduction within 14 days of exclusive use. While occasional hairballs may still occur during peak shedding, daily feeding builds a consistent transit pattern that helps prevent the gradual accumulation behind most hairball events.

Is this suitable for long-haired cats?

Absolutely, and long-haired breeds often benefit the most.

• Heavy groomers ingest more hair
• The psyllium-mediated transit stimulation is especially valuable
• For persistent hairball issues, combining the dry and wet Hairball Care formulas is recommended

Does the higher fibre affect nutrient absorption?

No. L.I.P. proteins selected for very high digestibility ensure that the increased fibre content does not compromise nutrient uptake. The formula is designed to balance transit stimulation with complete nutritional delivery.

What sizes are available?

Royal Canin Intense Hairball Care dry food is available in 400 g, 2 kg, 4 kg and 10 kg bags at Canine & Co.