Hills Prescription Diet Canine td Dental Care Small Bites Chicken Dry Dog Food
It is recommended that a veterinarian's opinion be sought before and during the use of this product in order to determine the needs of your dog
- Prescribed by veterinarians for the nutritional support of small dogs (up to 10kg) with gingivitis, dental plaque and oral malodour
- Formulated to keep your dog's teeth clean and control oral bacteria found in plaque
- The unique kibble shape scrubs away bacteria-laden plaque and tartar, helps clean the gum line, and reduces bad breath
- Added antioxidants control cell oxidation and promote a healthy immune system
- A reduced protein content limits a component of plaque
- Decreased calcium levels help prevent the mineralisation of plaque to tartar
- Triple Action Fibre Matrix technology - prevents crumbling of the kibble in the mouth so it effectively scrubs the teeth
- S/O Index - creates a urinary environment that is unfavourable for struvite and calcium oxalate crystal development
Indications – may be prescribed to nutritionally manage:
- Gingivitis
- Periodontal disease
- Tartar
- Plaque
- Stain
- Oral malodour
Contraindications:
- Growing puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs
- Dogs over 9kg with severe periodontal disease, without assessment and treatment
Feeding Directions
- It is recommended that a veterinarian’s opinion be sought before use and during the period of use.
- Individual requirements will vary depending on pre-existing nutritional status and medical condition.
- Consult with the treating veterinarian to establish a feeding guide for the individual patient
- Grams are the most accurate form of measurement; cups are estimated from grams
- If feeding this food for the first time, mix increasing amounts of your pet's new food with decreasing amounts of the old food for 7 days or more
- Keep fresh water available at all times
- Your pet's nutritional needs may change as they age - ask your vet at every check-up
- If you receive the new bag, it is recommended to transition your dog to the new formula over a period of 7-10 days
Old Feeding Guide
|
Dog Weight |
Cups |
Grams |
|
0.9 kg |
⅜ |
25 |
|
1.8 kg |
⅔ |
45 |
|
2.7 kg |
⅞ |
60 |
|
3.6 kg |
1 ⅛ |
80 |
|
4.5 kg |
1 ⅓ |
95 |
|
6.8 kg |
1 ¾ |
125 |
|
9.1 kg |
2 ¼ |
160 |
New Feeding Guide
|
Dog Weight |
Cups |
Grams |
|
0.9 kg |
⅜ |
25 |
|
1.8 kg |
¾ |
55 |
|
2.7 kg |
1 |
70 |
|
3.6 kg |
1 ¼ |
90 |
|
4.5 kg |
1 ⅜ |
100 |
|
6.8 kg |
1 ⅞ |
135 |
|
9.1 kg |
2 ⅓ |
165 |
Old Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Pork Fat, Soybean Mill Run, Lactic Acid, Chicken Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, Iodized Salt, Choline Chloride, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein 17.2%, Fat 16.7%, Crude Fibre 10.4%, Carbohydrate 51.8%, Calcium 0.60%, Phosphorus 0.41%, Sodium 0.22%, Potassium 0.66%, Magnesium 0.085%, Vitamin C 120pp,, Vitamin E 565 IU/kg
Calorie Content
3504 kcal/kg or 248 kcal/cup
New Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Chicken Fat, Soybean Mill Run, Egg Product, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Soybean Oil, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, Iodized Salt, L-Lysine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Dicalcium Phosphate, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavours, Beta-Carotene
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min) 14%, Crude Fat (min) 12.5%, Crude Fibre (max) 13%, Moisture (max) 10%
Calorie Content
3468 kcal ME/kg or 246 kcal ME/kg
If you receive the new bag, it is recommended to transition your dog to the new formula over a period of 7-10 days