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Hill's Prescription Diet
k/d Early Support with Chicken Cat Food
AVAILABLE SIZES
4lb
Delicious nutrition clinically shown to help protect kidney function and maintain a healthy weight and muscle mass
NEED
/PREFERENCE
Kidney Care
FLAVOR
with Chicken
LIFESTAGE
Adult, Senior
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When cats have damage to kidney tissues, the kidneys cannot perform as well as before, like filtering and reabsorbing nutrients. The condition is not reversible, but progression may be slowed, and taking action early can be beneficial. Therapeutic foods for kidney conditions are designed to help reduce workload on the kidneys, enabling them to function more effectively. Cats with decreased kidney function may experience loss of appetite and their food intake might decline.
Hill's nutritionists and veterinarians developed Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Early Support clinical nutrition for early protection of a cat's vital kidney function and to encourage eating for strength and energy. It's formulated with ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense, a proprietary blend of prebiotics shown to activate the gut microbiome to help protect kidney function. This dry food is made with chicken and has an irresistible taste that cats love.
Acting early with the nutrition of Prescription Diet k/d Early Support can help improve quality of life and lengthen the relationship with your cat.
How it works:
- Avoids excess phosphorus and sodium, enriched with omega-3 fatty acids
- ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense activates the gut microbiome to reduce harmful waste products
- With optimized levels of essential amino acids and high quality protein to help keep them strong
- Enhanced Appetite Trigger (E.A.T.) for cats
How it helps:
- Early support of vital kidney function
- Helps manage the invisible changes within the intestinal tract that impact kidney function
- Helps build muscle mass and helps maintain energy and strength
- Encourages eating for energy and vitality
- S+OXSHIELD: Formulated to promote a urinary environment that reduces the risk of developing struvite & calcium oxalate crystals
Additional info:
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Early Support with Chicken Dry Cat Food is a complete and balanced food that provides all the nutrition your cat needs. Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how our Prescription Diet foods can help your cat to continue to enjoy a happy and active life.
For best results, consistent long term feeding of this product is critical for efficacy of the product benefits.
Dry and canned formulas can be mixed or fed concurrently.
If you notice a change in your cat's condition, consult with your veterinarian immediately. A transition to an advanced kidney care food, such as PRESCRIPTION DIET® k/d® may be necessary.
If your cat is also suffering from reduced mobility and/or cognitive decline, ask your veterinarian about PRESCRIPTION DIET® k/d®+ Mobility.
Recommended for:
Cats diagnosed with early kidney disease.
Not recommended for:
Growing kittens, pregnant or nursing cats.
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INGREDIENTS: Chicken, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Egg Product, Wheat Gluten, Pea Protein, Brown Rice, Flaxseed, Chicken Liver Flavor, Dried Beet Pulp, Soybean Oil, Fish Oil, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, L-Arginine, Potassium Citrate, Betaine, Whole Grain Oats, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Fructooligosaccharides (FOS), vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Iodized Salt, L-Carnitine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Threonine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
Adult maintenance
| Weight of Cat - lbs (kgs) | Amount per Day - cups (grams) |
|---|---|
| 6 (2,7) | 1/3 (45) |
| 8 (3,6) | 3/8 (50) |
| 10 (4,5) | 1/2 (65) |
| 12 (5,4) | 5/8 (80) |
| 14 (6,4) | 5/8 (80) |
| 16 (7,3) | 3/4 (95) |
| 18 (8,2) | 3/4 (95) |
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Early Support with Chicken Cat Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult cats
Ask your veterinarian for specific feeding instructions for your pet. Daily Feeding Recommendations are only a guide and a place to start. Grams are the most accurate form of measurement; cups are estimated from grams.
For best results:
- Gradually transition to this new food for 7 days or more. Some cats may need longer than 7 days to transition to a new food. Be patient and consistent.
- Exclusively feed the recommended Prescription Diet dry and wet foods
- Keep fresh water available at all times
- Have your veterinarian monitor your pet's condition
- To prevent suffocation, keep the packaging out of the reach of pets & children
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4082 kcal/kg (521 kcal/cup†)
| Nutrient | Dry Matter1 % |
| Protein | 34.1 % |
| Fat | 21.8 % |
| Carbohydrate / NFE | 37.2 % |
| Crude Fiber | 1.5 % |
| Calcium | 0.76 % |
| Phosphorus | 0.55 % |
| Potassium | 0.75 % |
| Sodium | 0.28 % |
| Magnesium | 0.095 % |
| Taurine | 0.28 % |
| Vitamin C | 137 ppm |
| Vitamin E | 864 IU/kg |
| Total Omega-3 FA | 1.61 % |
| Carnitine | 611.9 ppm |
References
1The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.
†An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of k/d Early Support with Chicken Cat Food contains 4.5 oz. by weight.
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