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Addiction Veterinary Diets

Specialised nutrition doesn't have to be complicated. Addiction Veterinary Diets are made in New Zealand and developed with input from veterinarians and nutritionists, to support dogs who need more than an everyday diet.

With purposeful ingredients, carefully selected protein sources and targeted nutrition for specific needs, the range offers a practical new option for Kiwi pet parents managing everything from food sensitivities and digestive concerns to joint health and weight management.

The Addiction Veterinary Diets range of dry dog food: Hypoallergenic Venison, Hypoallergenic Salmon, Hypoallergenic Vegetarian, Weight Control and Joint Health

What makes Addiction Veterinary Diets different

Made in New Zealand

Proudly crafted here in New Zealand, with quality and food safety considered from sourcing through to production.

Vet-led nutrition

Developed with input from veterinarians and nutritionists, specifically for dogs with additional nutritional needs.

Clean, purposeful recipes

Limited ingredients, carefully selected protein sources and targeted functional nutrients, with no added grains or poultry ingredients.

Options for different needs

The range includes hypoallergenic diets alongside targeted formulas for joint health and weight management, making it easier to find nutrition suited to your dog's individual needs.

Affordable for long-term feeding

Specialised diets are often needed for more than a few weeks. Addiction Veterinary Diets are priced with realistic, long-term feeding in mind, helping make ongoing nutritional support more accessible.

Nutrition with a purpose

From prebiotics for digestive support to functional ingredients selected for specific nutritional goals, every formula is designed to do more than simply fill the bowl.

For food sensitivities

Limited ingredient recipes built around one protein source, for dogs on an elimination diet trial or avoiding known triggers.
Addiction Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Venison and Coconut Oil dry dog food 2kg bag

Hypoallergenic Venison

Venison & coconut oil recipe

Best for

Dogs needing a novel protein they are unlikely to have eaten before.

  • New Zealand venison as the only animal protein source
  • Grain free, with no added chicken, duck or turkey
  • Coconut oil and flaxseed to support skin and coat condition
  • Prebiotic fibres to support digestion during a diet trial
Available in 2kg and 12kg bags
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Addiction Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic King Salmon and Coconut Oil dry dog food 2kg bag

Hypoallergenic Salmon

King salmon & coconut oil recipe

Best for

Dogs who need to avoid both poultry and red meat proteins.

  • Fish only: King salmon, salmon meal and fish meal
  • A natural source of omega-3 for skin and coat support
  • Glucosamine at 400 mg/kg minimum for baseline joint support
  • Grain free, with no added poultry or red meat
Available in 2kg and 12kg bags
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Addiction Veterinary Diets Hypoallergenic Vegetarian dry dog food 2kg bag

Hypoallergenic Vegetarian

Hydrolysed vegetarian recipe

Best for

Adult dogs who need to avoid meat, poultry and fish altogether.

  • Hydrolysed soy protein isolate, broken down into smaller peptides
  • No meat, poultry or fish protein at all
  • GOS prebiotic plus plant fibres for digestive support
  • Coconut oil and flaxseed for skin and coat condition
Available in 2kg and 12kg bags
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For joints and weight

Complete daily nutrition with targeted support built in, on the same limited ingredient, poultry free base.
Addiction Veterinary Diets Joint Health Ocean Fish dry dog food 2kg bag

Joint Health

Ocean fish recipe

Best for

Dogs who need daily nutritional support for joints and mobility.

  • Triple Action Joint Support: NZ green-lipped mussel, glucosamine and chondroitin
  • Glucosamine 1,000 mg/kg min and chondroitin sulfate 800 mg/kg min
  • Omega-3 at 2.8% minimum from fish and algal oil, plus turmeric
  • Limited ingredient recipe: grain free, fish based, no added poultry
Available in 2kg and 12kg bags
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Addiction Veterinary Diets Weight Control High-Fibre dry dog food 2kg bag

Weight Control

High-fibre recipe

Best for

Adult dogs on a structured weight loss or weight maintenance plan.

  • Calorie controlled: 3,000 kcal/kg, 342 kcal per cup
  • High-fibre satiety blend with cellulose and chicory inulin
  • 27% minimum protein to help maintain lean muscle while cutting calories
  • Limited ingredient recipe: grain free, no added poultry, with added glucosamine and chondroitin
Available in 2kg and 12kg bags
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Addiction Veterinary Diets are complete and balanced dog foods, not medicines, and are exempt from registration under the ACVM Act 1997. They are intended to support everyday dietary management alongside your vet's advice, not to replace veterinary treatment. If your dog has a diagnosed condition, is unwell, or is on medication, please talk to your vet before changing their food. Browse the full range of veterinary dog diets at Vetpost.