Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Urinary SO Small Dog Dry
Formulated specifically for small dogs, this Royal Canin urinary diet combines a controlled mineral profile and a small, highly palatable kibble to help dissolve struvite stones and reduce recurrence. It stands out for its breed-appropriate kibble size and targeted formulation compared with broader-spectrum products, offering veterinary precision that can justify a premium price for owners seeking a single, small-pet focused urinary solution. Compared with Hill's and Purina options, it emphasizes small-breed acceptability and formulation specificity rather than multi-condition pairing.
Targeted urine support
Tiny kibble crunch
Targeted urine support
Tiny kibble crunch
Review Summary
"Owners say it reliably manages urinary issues and helps dissolve struvite stones. Some note it's pricey and a few dogs are picky with the kibble."
Vet-formulated balance
Formulated to help dissolve struvite stones and reduce recurrence
Vet-formulated balance
Formulated to help dissolve struvite stones and reduce recurrence
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Formulated specifically for small dogs, this Royal Canin urinary diet combines a controlled mineral profile and a small, highly palatable kibble to help dissolve struvite stones and reduce recurrence. It stands out for its breed-appropriate kibble size and targeted formulation compared with broader-spectrum products, offering veterinary precision that can justify a premium price for owners seeking a single, small-pet focused urinary solution. Compared with Hill's and Purina options, it emphasizes small-breed acceptability and formulation specificity rather than multi-condition pairing.
Targeted urine support
Tiny kibble crunch
Vet-formulated balance
Formulated to help dissolve struvite stones and reduce recurrence
Controlled mineral content and urine-acidifying nutrients to support urinary health
Targeted urine support
Tiny kibble crunch
Vet-formulated balance
Formulated to help dissolve struvite stones and reduce recurrence
Controlled mineral content and urine-acidifying nutrients to support urinary health
Hill's Prescription Diet c/d Multicare Urinary Care Small Bites
Hill's c/d Multicare Small Bites is a market-leading, clinically studied formula designed to reduce urinary stone recurrence and support overall bladder health with a small-bite kibble suited to tiny mouths. Its strong clinical evidence and widespread veterinary recommendation make it a trusted, cost-competitive choice versus premium niche formulas, offering predictable outcomes that many clinics prefer over less-proven alternatives. Against Royal Canin and Purina, Hill's combines proven efficacy with broad availability and typically favorable cost-to-performance for routine urinary management.
Stone-dissolving aid
Small bites delight
Stone-dissolving aid
Small bites delight
Review Summary
"Many owners praise its palatability and effectiveness at preventing urinary crystals, and veterinarians commonly recommend it. A few users mention stool changes and higher cost."
Clinically validated
Clinically proven to reduce urinary stone recurrence in small dogs
Clinically validated
Clinically proven to reduce urinary stone recurrence in small dogs
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Hill's c/d Multicare Small Bites is a market-leading, clinically studied formula designed to reduce urinary stone recurrence and support overall bladder health with a small-bite kibble suited to tiny mouths. Its strong clinical evidence and widespread veterinary recommendation make it a trusted, cost-competitive choice versus premium niche formulas, offering predictable outcomes that many clinics prefer over less-proven alternatives. Against Royal Canin and Purina, Hill's combines proven efficacy with broad availability and typically favorable cost-to-performance for routine urinary management.
Stone-dissolving aid
Small bites delight
Clinically validated
Clinically proven to reduce urinary stone recurrence in small dogs
Small, crunchy kibble designed for toy and small breeds
Stone-dissolving aid
Small bites delight
Clinically validated
Clinically proven to reduce urinary stone recurrence in small dogs
Small, crunchy kibble designed for toy and small breeds
Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets UR Urinary Ox/St
Purina Pro Plan UR addresses both oxalate and struvite risk with controlled mineral content and formulation focused on urinary pH management and crystal prevention, delivered in a highly digestible formula. It is often positioned as a value-oriented, widely available option that balances technical effectiveness with competitive pricing and distribution advantages compared with boutique or premium veterinary diets. While it may not have a dedicated small-bite SKU as specific as Royal Canin or Hill's small bites, it offers a practical, budget-conscious alternative for practices and owners prioritizing availability and cost.
Oxalate stone focus
Meaty palatability
Oxalate stone focus
Meaty palatability
Review Summary
"Users find it effective for managing oxalate and struvite risk and generally well accepted by pets. There are occasional reports of recurrence and some preference issues when switching foods."
Urine pH control
Formulated to support dissolution and management of urinary crystals and stones
Urine pH control
Formulated to support dissolution and management of urinary crystals and stones
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
Purina Pro Plan UR addresses both oxalate and struvite risk with controlled mineral content and formulation focused on urinary pH management and crystal prevention, delivered in a highly digestible formula. It is often positioned as a value-oriented, widely available option that balances technical effectiveness with competitive pricing and distribution advantages compared with boutique or premium veterinary diets. While it may not have a dedicated small-bite SKU as specific as Royal Canin or Hill's small bites, it offers a practical, budget-conscious alternative for practices and owners prioritizing availability and cost.
Oxalate stone focus
Meaty palatability
Urine pH control
Formulated to support dissolution and management of urinary crystals and stones
Controlled levels of magnesium, calcium and phosphorus to reduce crystal risk
Oxalate stone focus
Meaty palatability
Urine pH control
Formulated to support dissolution and management of urinary crystals and stones
Controlled levels of magnesium, calcium and phosphorus to reduce crystal risk
Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Urinary SO Moderate Calorie Small Dog
This Royal Canin variant builds on the urinary SO profile while adding moderate calorie control for small dogs that require weight management alongside urinary support, reducing the need to combine separate prescription diets. It is technically advantageous for pets needing caloric restriction without sacrificing the urinary mineral balance, making it a convenient single-diet solution compared with products that manage only one condition. The trade-off is a typically higher unit price than standard urinary formulas, but potential savings from avoiding dual-diet regimens.
Calorie-controlled support
Low-calorie crunch
Calorie-controlled support
Low-calorie crunch
Review Summary
"Designed for weight-prone small dogs, reviewers report good urinary control and weight management. Some owners report picky eaters and note the product is relatively expensive."
Weight-friendly formula
Same urinary support as Royal Canin SO with reduced calorie content
Weight-friendly formula
Same urinary support as Royal Canin SO with reduced calorie content
Increased Safety & Security
Recreational Enjoyment
Time-Saving Convenience
This Royal Canin variant builds on the urinary SO profile while adding moderate calorie control for small dogs that require weight management alongside urinary support, reducing the need to combine separate prescription diets. It is technically advantageous for pets needing caloric restriction without sacrificing the urinary mineral balance, making it a convenient single-diet solution compared with products that manage only one condition. The trade-off is a typically higher unit price than standard urinary formulas, but potential savings from avoiding dual-diet regimens.
Calorie-controlled support
Low-calorie crunch
Weight-friendly formula
Same urinary support as Royal Canin SO with reduced calorie content
Helps manage weight while promoting a urine environment that reduces crystal formation
Calorie-controlled support
Low-calorie crunch
Weight-friendly formula
Same urinary support as Royal Canin SO with reduced calorie content
Helps manage weight while promoting a urine environment that reduces crystal formation
Hill's Prescription Diet c/d Multicare + Metabolic Urinary + Weight Care
Hill's c/d Multicare + Metabolic uniquely pairs urinary protection with clinically proven metabolic weight management, so small pets with both obesity and urinary disease can be managed on one veterinary diet. Its integrated approach can simplify feeding protocols and lower long-term costs by addressing two common comorbidities simultaneously, whereas other brands often require pairing separate urinary and weight formulas. Compared with single-focus Royal Canin or Purina options, Hill's combination product targets multi-condition cases and leverages Hill's extensive clinical data to support both outcomes.
Dual urinary+weight
Kibble that cares
Dual urinary+weight
Kibble that cares
Review Summary
"Combines urinary support with weight-management and is frequently praised for helping dogs lose weight while controlling urinary issues. A minority of users cite cost and kibble preference problems."
Metabolic management
Combines urinary stone care with clinically proven weight-loss and weight-maintenance support
Metabolic management
Combines urinary stone care with clinically proven weight-loss and weight-maintenance support
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Hill's c/d Multicare + Metabolic uniquely pairs urinary protection with clinically proven metabolic weight management, so small pets with both obesity and urinary disease can be managed on one veterinary diet. Its integrated approach can simplify feeding protocols and lower long-term costs by addressing two common comorbidities simultaneously, whereas other brands often require pairing separate urinary and weight formulas. Compared with single-focus Royal Canin or Purina options, Hill's combination product targets multi-condition cases and leverages Hill's extensive clinical data to support both outcomes.
Dual urinary+weight
Kibble that cares
Metabolic management
Combines urinary stone care with clinically proven weight-loss and weight-maintenance support
Helps dissolve struvite stones while promoting a healthier body weight
Dual urinary+weight
Kibble that cares
Metabolic management
Combines urinary stone care with clinically proven weight-loss and weight-maintenance support
Helps dissolve struvite stones while promoting a healthier body weight