Who owns Royal Canin?
Royal Canin is owned by Mars (the United States), which has owned the brand since 2002.[1] Royal Canin was founded in 1968 in France and was independent until 2002.
This ownership is reported in official statements but has not yet been matched to a regulatory filing.
Key facts
- Current owner
- Mars, Incorporated reported
- Owned since
- Previous owner
- Independent (1968–2002)
- Owner HQ
- 🇺🇸 United States, McLean, Virginia
- Origin
- 🇫🇷 France
- Founded
- 1968
- Category
- Pet care › Pet food › Dog food
- Last verified
- · 1 sources
About Royal Canin
Royal Canin was founded in 1968 by a French veterinary surgeon who developed a feed for dogs with skin conditions he was treating. Its formulations are tailored by breed, size, age and clinical condition, and it is sold largely through vets and specialist retailers. Mars acquired it in 2002.
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Frequently asked questions
Who is the parent company of Royal Canin?
The parent company of Royal Canin is Mars, a family-owned company headquartered in the United States.
Is Royal Canin French or American?
Royal Canin originated in France in 1968, but it is owned today by Mars, which is headquartered in the United States. So Royal Canin is a French-origin brand under American ownership.
Since when has Mars owned Royal Canin?
Mars has owned Royal Canin since 2002.
Who owned Royal Canin before Mars?
Royal Canin was an independent company from its founding in 1968 until Mars acquired it in 2002.
Is Royal Canin still owned by Mars?
Yes. As of 6 September 2026, Royal Canin is still owned by Mars. The ownership record was last checked against primary sources on that date.
Sources (1) & corrections
Last verified . Every ownership fact above is backed by one of these primary documents. Numbers in brackets in the text refer to this list.
- [1] Mars, Incorporated — our brands — Mars, Incorporated, Official document; retrieved 6 September 2026.
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