Hills Prescription Diet Feline Metabolic Weight Loss And Maintenance 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 to ensure safe weight loss and healthy weight maintenance
- Works with your cat's unique metabolic response to help burn body fat and improve energy metabolism
- Clinically shown to reduce body fat by up to 29% within 2 months
- Studies also show that 88% of cats lost weight within 2 months
- Soluble and insoluble fibres effectively control hunger and keep your cat feeling satisfied between meals
- The optimal fibre content also maintains gastrointestinal health
- Carnitine promotes fat burning and lean muscle maintenance
- Lysine helps to metabolize fat and use it for energy production
- Rich in antioxidants to fight free radicals in the body and promote a strong immune system
- S/O Index - creates a urinary environemnt that reduces the risk of struvite and calcium oxalate crystal development
Indications
- Overweight, obesity
Contraindications
- Growing kittens, pregnant or nursing cats
Old Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Chicken By-Product Meal, Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Dried Tomato Pomace, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavor, Coconut Oil, Pork Fat, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, Choline Chloride, Carrots, DL-Methionine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, L-Carnitine, minerals (Manganese Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
Guaranteed Analysis
Protein 38.7%, Fat 13.3%, Crude Fibre 9.8%, Carbohydrate 31.7%, Calcium 1.04%, Phosphorus 0.83%, Sodium 0.32%, Potassium 0.75%, Magnesium 0.101%, Taurine 0.37%, Carnitine 899.8 ppm, Vitamin C 144 ppm, Vitamin E 988 IU/kg
Metabolisable Energy
3381 kcal/kg (297 kcal/cup)
New Nutritional Information
Ingredients
Chicken By-Product Meal, Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Dried Tomato Pomace, Flaxseed, Chicken Fat, Wheat Gluten, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavour, Coconut Oil, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, Potassium Chloride, Carrots, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, Iodized Salt, minerals (Manganese Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Carnitine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavours, Beta-Carotene.
Guaranteed Analysis
Crude Protein (min) 34%, Crude Fat (min) 10%, Crude Fibre (max) 13%, Moisture (max) 9%
Calorie Content
3398 kcal ME/kg or 299 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
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
Old Feeding Guide
|
Ideal Cat |
Weight Loss |
Weight Control |
||
|
Cups |
Grams |
Cups |
Grams |
|
|
2.7 kg |
⅜ |
35 |
⅝ |
55 |
|
3.6 kg |
½ |
45 |
¾ |
65 |
|
4.5 kg |
⅝ |
55 |
⅞ |
75 |
|
5.4 kg |
⅔ |
60 |
1 |
90 |
|
6.4 kg |
¾ |
65 |
1 ⅛ |
100 |
|
7.3 kg |
⅞ |
75 |
1 ¼ |
110 |
|
8.2 kg |
⅞ |
75 |
1 ⅜ |
120 |
New Feeding Guide
|
Ideal Cat |
Weight Loss |
Weight Maintenance |
||
|
Cups |
Grams |
Cups |
Grams |
|
|
2.7 kg |
⅜ |
35 |
⅝ |
55 |
|
3.6 kg |
½ |
45 |
¾ |
65 |
|
4.5 kg |
⅝ |
55 |
⅞ |
75 |
|
5.4 kg |
⅔ |
60 |
1 |
90 |
|
6.4 kg |
¾ |
65 |
1 ⅛ |
100 |
|
7.3 kg |
⅞ |
75 |
1 ¼ |
110 |
|
8.2 kg |
⅞ |
75 |
1 ⅜ |
120 |