{"id":3072,"date":"2020-03-03T18:22:20","date_gmt":"2020-03-03T18:22:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.petz.co.uk\/?page_id=3072"},"modified":"2026-03-04T14:30:29","modified_gmt":"2026-03-04T14:30:29","slug":"best-hypoallergenic-dog-food","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.petz.uk\/best-hypoallergenic-dog-food\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Hypoallergenic Dog Food UK 2026: Novel Protein & Limited Ingredient"},"content":{"rendered":"

If your dog constantly scratches, has recurring ear infections, or suffers from chronic diarrhoea, food allergy may be the cause<\/strong>. The most common canine food allergens are beef, chicken, dairy, wheat, and soy \u2014 ingredients found in virtually every mainstream dog food. A hypoallergenic diet uses novel proteins and limited ingredients to eliminate these triggers.<\/p>\n\n\n

Novel Proteins Explained<\/h2>\n\n\n

A “novel protein” is simply a protein source your dog has never eaten before. Because the immune system hasn’t been exposed to it, there’s no existing sensitivity. Common novel proteins available in the UK:<\/p>\n\n

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Protein<\/th>\nAvailability<\/th>\nNotes<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Venison<\/strong><\/td>Widely available<\/td>Most common novel protein in UK<\/td><\/tr>\n
Duck<\/strong><\/td>Widely available<\/td>Watch for multi-protein formulas<\/td><\/tr>\n
Kangaroo<\/strong><\/td>Specialist brands<\/td>Truly exotic, very low allergenicity<\/td><\/tr>\n
Rabbit<\/strong><\/td>Growing availability<\/td>Lean, highly digestible<\/td><\/tr>\n
Insect (BSF larvae)<\/strong><\/td>Emerging (Bug Bakes, Yora)<\/td>Sustainable + hypoallergenic<\/td><\/tr>\n
Fish (salmon, haddock)<\/strong><\/td>Widely available<\/td>Novel if dog hasn’t had fish before<\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n\n

The elimination diet process:<\/strong> Feed a single novel protein for 8-12 weeks minimum, then reintroduce previous proteins one at a time to identify the trigger. Always consult your vet before starting.<\/p>\n\n

See also Best Natural Dog Food<\/a>, Best Grain-Free Dog Food<\/a>, and Best Insect Dog Food<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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