Hills Prescription Diet Feline kd Kidney Care Chicken Dry Cat 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 cat
- Prescribed by veterinarians for the nutritional support of cats with renal conditions, including Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Shown to protect vital kidney function, decreases the progression of CKD, and enhances quality of life
- Increased levels of essential amino acids helps to sustain muscle mass
- Enhanced Appetite Trigger (EAT) Technology increases appetite and food intake
- Reduced phosphorus helps maintain healthy kidney function, minimise stress on kidneys and slows the progression of CKD
- Reduced sodium helps maintain normal blood pressure and control clinical signs of fluid retention
- Increased levels of omega-3 fatty acids (EPA/DHA) from fish oil helps decrease kidney inflammation
- B-complex vitamins help compensate for excess urinary losses
- Antioxidants are included to control cell oxidation and promote a healthy immune system
- L-carnitine helps to metabolise fat for energy and preserve muscle mass
- S/O Index - creates a urinary environment which is unfavourable for the production of struvite and calcium oxalate crystals
- Kibble size: 9mm diameter
Indications – may be prescribed to nutritionally manage:
Primary Indications:
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD): IRIS Stages 3-4, or All IRIS stages with proteinuria
- Acute kidney insult
- Uremic encephalopathy
Other Indications:
- CKD IRIS Stages 1-2 (non-proteinuric)
- Urate & cystine urolith management
- Hepatic encephalopathy
- Hepatic lipidosis (encephalopathic)
Contraindications:
- Kittens
- Pregnant or nursing cats
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 cat to the new formula over a period of 7-10 days
Feeding Guide
|
Cat Weight |
Cups |
Grams |
|
2.7 kg |
⅓ |
45 |
|
3.6 kg |
⅜ |
50 |
|
4.5 kg |
½ |
65 |
|
5.4 kg |
½ |
65 |
|
6.4 kg |
⅝ |
80 |
|
7.3 kg |
⅔ |
85 |
|
8.2 kg |
¾ |
95 |
Old Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Brown Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Chicken, Pork Fat, Whole Grain Wheat, Cracked Pearled Barley, Wheat Gluten, Pea Protein, Egg Product, Chicken Liver Flavor, Fish Oil, Lactic Acid, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, L-Arginine, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K)), L-Threonine, Taurine, Iodized Salt, DL-Methionine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Potassium Chloride, L-Carnitine, L-Tryptophan, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein 30.1%, Fat 23.1%, Crude Fibre 0.9%, Carbohydrate 40.5%, Calcium 0.75%, Phosphorus 0.51%, Sodium 0.25%, Magnesium 0.081%, Taurine 0.28%, Vitamin C 143 ppm, Vitamin E 823 IU/kg, Total Omega-3 FA 0.85%
Calorie Content (calculated)
4239 kcal/kg (541 kcal/cup)
New Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Chicken, Brown Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Whole Grain Wheat, Chicken Fat, Brewers Rice, Pea Protein, Chicken Liver Flavor, Powdered Cellulose, Egg Product, Wheat Gluten, Soybean Oil, Fish Oil, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, Potassium Citrate, L-Arginine, Calcium Carbonate, L-Lysine, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, L-Threonine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, Potassium Chloride, Iodized Salt, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Carnitine, L-Tryptophan, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min) 25.5%, Crude Fat (min) 20%, Crude Fibre (max) 6%, Moisture (max) 8%, Phosphorus (max) 0.75%, Sodium (max) 0.37%, Carnitine (min) 200 ppm, Omega-3 Fatty Acids (min) 0.5%
Calorie Content (calculated)
4184 kcal ME/kg (534 kcal ME/cup)
If you receive the new bag, it is recommended to transition your cat to the new formula over a period of 7-10 days