What (brand) dog food would you recommend for a senior dog?

What (brand) dog food would you recommend for a senior dog?
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Any of the high quality dog foods have senior formulations and are good foods, although I’ve moved away from Science Diet and more toward Royal Canin for improved palatability.
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