Brit GF Veterinary Diet Hypoallergenic, 2 kg is a grain-free dietetic food from the Czech brand Brit for dogs with food allergy and intolerance, atopic dermatitis, allergic otitis, chronic itching and diarrhoea. The only animal protein is salmon: dehydrated (30%) and hydrolysed salmon protein (18%) with molecules under 5,000 daltons, which the immune system barely recognises as an allergen. Carbohydrates come from yellow peas and buckwheat. It's rich in omega-3 (1.2%), biotin, zinc and vitamin C for the skin. Energy: 376 kcal per 100 g.
What it is and who makes it
Brit is a Czech brand with a separate Veterinary Diet range for dogs and cats with various conditions: allergies, gut, kidney and urinary diseases, and obesity. Hypoallergenic is the diet for excluding food allergens.
Ingredients and analysis
Dehydrated salmon (30%), yellow peas (25%), hydrolysed salmon protein (18%), buckwheat, coconut oil, apple pomace, salmon oil (3%), hydrolysed salmon gravy (2%), minerals, brown seaweed, the microalga Schizochytrium (a DHA source), yeast extract and the probiotic Enterococcus faecium.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Protein | 27% |
| Fat | 14% |
| Fibre | 2% |
| Omega-3 / omega-6 | 1.2% / 0.85% |
| EPA / DHA | 0.3% / 0.4% |
| Calcium / phosphorus | 1.2% / 0.9% |
| Energy | 376 kcal per 100 g |
How to use it
Consult a vet before starting the diet and before extending it. Feed it dry or softened with warm water. To diagnose food allergy, it's fed for 3–8 weeks as the only food — no treats, table scraps or other foods. If allergy is confirmed, the diet can be fed long-term. Switch gradually over 5–7 days.
Pros
- One protein — salmon. Makes it easy to exclude other allergen sources.
- Hydrolysate. Protein broken into small molecules that rarely trigger allergies.
- Rich in omega-3. EPA and DHA support the skin and reduce inflammation.
- No grains, soy or gluten. Carbohydrates are peas and buckwheat.
- For the skin. Biotin, zinc and vitamin C strengthen the skin barrier.
Cons and what to keep in mind
- Only when prescribed. It's a therapeutic diet, not everyday food for a healthy dog.
- Not for fish allergy. If a dog reacts to salmon, a diet based on another protein is needed.
- A strict diet. One chicken treat can spoil 8 weeks of results.
- Lots of peas. 25% of the recipe is legumes.
How an elimination diet works
Food allergy is confirmed only by diet: blood allergy tests in dogs are of little value. For 6–8 weeks the dog eats only the hypoallergenic food. If itching, ear infections and stool problems clearly improve, the vet may suggest a challenge — reintroducing the old food to see whether symptoms return. That's how allergy is confirmed and a long-term diet chosen. More in hypoallergenic dog food.
Therapeutic diet or regular hypoallergenic food
Regular foods with a single rare protein — such as Happy Dog Africa with ostrich — suit mild sensitivity. A hydrolysed therapeutic diet is needed for confirmed or suspected allergy with marked symptoms, atopic dermatitis and chronic diarrhoea. With atopy, the diet is combined with skin care, such as Douxo S3 Calm shampoo.
Who it suits
Dogs with food allergy and intolerance, atopic dermatitis, allergic otitis, chronic itching and diarrhoea — as prescribed by a vet. Other foods are in dry dog food.
Verdict
Brit Veterinary Diet Hypoallergenic is a strong therapeutic diet with single-protein salmon and hydrolysate, plenty of omega-3 and skin support. It only works when followed strictly and with a vet; with a fish allergy, another option is needed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long should Brit VD Hypoallergenic be fed?
For diagnosis, 3–8 weeks as the only food; after that, as the vet decides.
Can I give treats during the diet?
No, only the food; otherwise the result won't be reliable.
Does it contain chicken?
No, the only animal protein is salmon.
Can a healthy dog eat it?
It's a therapeutic diet; a healthy dog is better on a regular complete food.
What is hydrolysed protein?
Protein broken down into small fragments — under 5,000 daltons — that are less likely to cause an allergic reaction.
Can the food be softened?
Yes, with warm water.
