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Choosing the right food for a sensitive tummy can be challenging. To help you make an informed decision, we’ve compared Virbac A2 (hydrolysed veterinary diet) with our own Ultimate+ Digestive Care Hydrolysed Turkey. This page highlights differences in ingredients, nutrition, and functional benefits. Every dog is unique—always check with your vet before changing your dog’s diet.
| Virbac A2 | Ultimate+ Digestive Care | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein Source | Hydrolysed fish (24%) + pork & poultry proteins | Freshly Prepared Hydrolysed Turkey (26%) + Hydrolysed Dried Turkey (11.5%) |
| Carbohydrates | Potato starch (refined) | Sweet potato + potato (gentle & nutrient-rich) |
| Digestive Support | Bentonite clay, FOS, yeast, killed Lactobacillus | MOS & FOS, yeast, lignocellulose, marigold (lutein) |
| Skin & Coat | Omega-6: 3% · Omega-3: 0.5% | Omega-6: 3.1% · Omega-3: 0.6% |
| Nutritional Profile | Protein: 24% · Fat: 18% · Fibre: 4.5% · ME: 377–384 kcal/100g | Protein: 25% · Fat: 15.5% · Fibre: 4% · ME: 374 kcal/100g |
| Functional Extras | Taurine, L-Carnitine, Bentonite | Collagen (1.9%), Marigold (lutein), Hydrolysed gravy |
| Best For | Allergy management in a clinical setting | Sensitive dogs needing daily digestive care & whole-body support |
Virbac A2 = Veterinary hydrolysed diet (fish, pork, poultry). Effective for strict allergy management, but highly processed and multi-protein.
Ultimate+ Digestive Care = Single-protein (hydrolysed turkey) with sweet potato, plus collagen and lutein — gentle on digestion and supportive of joints, skin, and coat.
Takeaway: Virbac A2 suits severe cases under vet guidance; Ultimate+ is a premium daily option for sensitive dogs with broader whole-body benefits.
| Category | Virbac A2 | Ultimate+ Digestive Care | Advantage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein Sources | Hydrolysed fish + pork & poultry proteins; 100% hydrolysed; Protein digestibility: 91% | Fresh Hydrolysed Turkey (26%) + Hydrolysed Dried Turkey (11.5%) + Turkey Fat + Gravy; single protein: turkey; Collagen (1.9%) | Single protein + collagen = gentler & more functional |
| Carbohydrates | Potato starch (refined, fast energy) | Sweet potato (slow release) + potato | Sweet potato = fibre, antioxidants, stable digestion |
| Digestive Health | Bentonite clay, FOS, yeast, killed Lactobacillus | MOS & FOS, yeast, lignocellulose, marigold (lutein), fresh turkey protein | Broader support from MOS, lutein & natural fibres |
| Skin & Coat | Omega-6: 3% · Omega-3: 0.5% | Omega-6: 3.1% · Omega-3: 0.6% | Slightly higher EFAs, naturally from turkey |
| Nutritional Balance | Protein: 24% · Fat: 18% · Fibre: 4.5% · ME: 377–384 kcal/100g | Protein: 25% · Fat: 15.5% · Fibre: 4% · ME: 374 kcal/100g | More protein, lower fat = healthier balance |
| Vitamins & Minerals | High vitamin E (570 mg/kg), B-vitamins, Taurine, L-Carnitine | Vit A: 14,423 IU · Vit D3: 2,000 IU · Vit E: 96 mg/kg · Balanced trace minerals | Balanced fortification + extras like lutein & collagen |
| Functional Extras | Taurine, L-Carnitine, Bentonite, Yeast | Collagen (1.9%), Marigold (lutein), Fresh hydrolysed protein | Whole-body benefits beyond digestion |
Yes. It’s a veterinary hydrolysed diet designed for strict allergy and intolerance management under vet guidance.
Single-protein hydrolysed turkey with sweet potato, plus collagen and lutein. It supports digestion and broader wellbeing (joints, skin, coat).
Consult your vet first. If appropriate, transition gradually over 7–10 days while monitoring stool quality and skin/coat response.