ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed
ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed scores 0/5 on Moesonson's label-based analysis. Its two scoring factors rate evenly: protein clarity (low — 0% of the recipe's protein panel is clearly named) and animal-protein content (limited — 0% of the weighted protein comes from animal sources).
Rating
Updated Aug 2026
How this score is made
This score isn’t a hand-wavy impression: it reads what the label actually prints — the ingredient list, guaranteed analysis and AAFCO adequacy statement — and runs it through the same algorithmic rubric as every other product. No brand pays for placement, and there are no affiliate links on reviewed products.
Is ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed dry dog food good?
ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed is a dry dog food rated 0 stars, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. However, several animal ingredients are described in generic terms, which reduces sourcing transparency. This recipe is free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal but contains Grains (gluten-free), Legumes.
Allergy Highlights
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Nutrition Breakdown
| Protein | 24% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 12% |
| Est. Carbs | 55% |
| Fiber | 2% |
| Ash | 8% |
Moisture (7%) removed so you can compare foods fairly.
Dry matter basis = label value ÷ (100% − moisture%). Carbs estimated from remaining.
| Protein | 22% |
|---|---|
| Fat | 11% |
| Est. Carbs | 52% |
| Fiber | 2% |
| Moisture | 7% |
| Ash | 7% |
Ash value not listed on label; 7% used as a standard estimate.
As-fed values are the raw percentages printed on the product label.
Tips
- Protein is Low (24% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. Some lower-activity adult dogs may do fine on lower-protein complete foods, but growth, pregnancy, nursing, and medical needs change the answer.
- Fat is Medium (12% dry matter) on our label-based comparison range. This is a moderate energy-density signal for many adult dogs, assuming the full diet matches activity and body condition.
Ingredients Analysis
2 of 2 matched
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1 Purified Maize Starch
CarbsDescription
Purified starch derived from maize, used as a carbohydrate binder.
Why Concerned?
Refined starch with minimal nutritional value beyond carbohydrates.
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2 Hydrolyzed Soy Protein
(Detected): Hydrolysed Soy Protein
Plant Protein ConcentrateDescription
Soy protein broken down through hydrolysis for improved digestibility.
Why Concerned?
Soy is a potential allergen for some pets.
Allergen Concern
May cause allergic reactions in soy-sensitive pets.
Tips
- Protein source needs review: this recipe does not list clear animal-based ingredients.
- Plant protein signal: Hydrolyzed Soy Protein may raise the listed protein percentage without meaning there is more meat.
- Ingredients worth checking: Purified Maize Starch, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein.
- Possible allergy triggers: Hydrolyzed Soy Protein have allergen notes; review them if your pet has sensitivities.
Protein Analysis
How this recipe earned its protein scores.
Protein Clarity
This recipe does not list any animal-protein ingredients, so there is no clarity score to break down.
Animal Protein
Low- Plant concentrate 100%
Protein in ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed leans on plant signals: only 0% comes from animal sources, while plant-protein concentrates make up 100% and whole plant proteins 0%. Plant concentrates like pea or soy isolate are cheap protein boosters but lack the amino-acid profile pets need from meat.
Contributing ingredients
Plant concentrate
ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed dry dog food Review
ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed scores 0 stars on this analysis, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. There are several concerns in this label that may make it a poor fit.
Avoid if
- You're avoiding legumes
- Ingredient transparency is non-negotiable
- You're avoiding plant-protein concentrates like pea or soy isolate
Key takeaways
- Plant-protein concentrates appear in the top 10 ingredients: Hydrolyzed Soy Protein.
- Contains common allergens: Grains (gluten-free), Legumes.
- On a dry-matter basis: 24% protein, 12% fat, 55% estimated carbohydrates.
- Free from Gluten grains, Dairy, Egg, Nuts, Poultry, Red meat, Fish, Shellfish, Unknown Meal.
- Overall rating: 0 stars, based on transparency, protein source, and macro balance.
Frequently asked questions
Is ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed good for dogs?
Based on its label, ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed is hard to recommend — it scores 0 out of 5 stars on Moesonson’s analysis, with low ingredient transparency and limited animal protein content. Both factors come straight from the printed ingredient list, so review the full breakdown of concerns before choosing it for your dog.
Does ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed contain Dairy?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed does not include Dairy or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Dairy can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed contain Egg?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed does not include Egg or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Egg can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Does ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed contain Legumes?
Yes — according to the printed ingredient list, ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed contains Legumes. Pets with a known Legumes sensitivity should generally avoid this recipe, or check with a veterinarian first. Moesonson flags allergens directly from the label’s ingredient panel, so this reflects what the manufacturer actually declares.
Does ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed contain Nuts?
No — based on the printed ingredient list, ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed does not include Nuts or closely related ingredients, so pets sensitive to Nuts can typically avoid that trigger here. Recipes do get reformulated, though, so re-check the packaging before feeding — Moesonson’s reading reflects the label at analysis time.
Is ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed grain-free?
No — ADVANCE Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Hydrolysed is not grain-free: the printed ingredient list includes Grains (gluten-free). That mainly matters for pets with a diagnosed grain sensitivity or allergy; most dogs tolerate grains well as an energy source. If your dog must avoid grains, choose a recipe without these ingredients.
