Rabbit-MAINT^™ canine dry diets contain a limited number of highly digestible ingredients, a nutrient profile that supports gastrointestinal health, and are appropriate for elimination diet trials with novel protein sources in dogs suspected to have allergic dermatologic or gastrointestinal disease. Rabbit is a novel protein that is naturally low in sodium and is an excellent source of niacin, vitamin B12, iron, phosphorus, and selenium. Chickpea or quinoa provide novel vegetable protein sources. Algae provides a unique vegetable omega-3 source to manage the most sensitive allergy patients. An optimal blend of fiber, with the addition of prebiotics to restore beneficial intestinal flora, helps to maintain gastrointestinal health.