Does My Dog Need Hydrolysed Food? | Hydrolysed Dog Food Checker

Does My Dog Need Hydrolysed Dog Food?

If your dog is showing signs of a food intolerance — itchy skin, digestive upsets, or a sensitive stomach — hydrolysed dog food could be the answer. Use our free hydrolysed dog food checker below: answer a few quick questions about your dog's symptoms and we'll point you to the right recipe.

Foundation of every recipe

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All recipes contain freshly prepared meat or fish (hydrolysed)

Every Ultimate Plus recipe starts with a minimum 26% freshly prepared hydrolysed protein — never dried meal. The meat or fish is pre-digested with natural plant enzymes using the Freshtrusion HDP process before being made into kibble, ensuring maximum bioavailability in every bowl.

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Freshtrusion HDP process

Fresh meat or fish is pre-digested with plant enzymes before being made into kibble — breaking protein into its most absorbable form.

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Grain-free & prescription-free

Sweet potato or potato base. No vet authorisation required — available to buy directly.

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No prescription needed

Unlike many hydrolysed diets, Ultimate Plus is available without a vet prescription — so you can start your dog's journey to better health straight away.

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Complete & balanced nutrition

Every recipe meets UK & EU nutritional standards — formulated to UK standards for confident, everyday feeding.

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Deeply broken-down protein

Protein cut into fragments so small they're absorbed directly — without triggering an immune reaction.

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Healthy Living suits all life stages

The Healthy Living recipe is the only Ultimate Plus SKU approved for puppies, adults, and seniors — one bag for every stage of your dog's life.

Find your recipe

Select your dog's primary symptom

For combined issues, start with the most disruptive symptom first — usually digestive health.

Choose a symptom above

Your matched recipe will appear here

Frequently Asked Questions: Does My Dog Need Hydrolysed Food? | Hydrolysed Dog Food Checker

Quick answers to the most common questions.

What is hydrolysed dog food?
Hydrolysed dog food contains protein broken down into tiny fragments using plant enzymes. These fragments are too small for your dog's immune system to recognise as allergens, making it ideal for dogs with food intolerances, allergies, or digestive sensitivities.
How do I know if my dog needs hydrolysed food?
Common signs include persistent itchy skin, recurring ear infections, loose stools, excessive gas, or a dull coat. Use our checker above to match your dog's primary symptom to the right recipe.
Do I need a vet prescription for hydrolysed dog food?
No. Unlike many hydrolysed diets, Ultimate Plus is available to buy directly without a vet prescription, so you can start your dog on the right recipe straight away.
How long does it take to see results with hydrolysed dog food?
Most owners notice improvements within 2 to 5 weeks depending on the symptom. For accurate results, feed the recommended recipe exclusively for eight weeks. Mixing recipes or switching too early will give inconclusive results.
Can puppies eat hydrolysed dog food?
Yes. The Hydrolysed Healthy Living recipe is approved for all life stages including puppies, adults, and seniors. It is the only Ultimate Plus recipe suitable for puppies and a great choice for starting hydrolysed nutrition from an early age.