Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Dog Food

What is Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Adult Dog Food?

Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Adult Dog Food is specially formulated for mature large breed dogs. It contains high-quality protein and natural ingredients with no by-products. It combines omega 6 fatty acids with vitamin E to help nourish the skin, and includes glucosamine and chondroitin to promote healthy joints and cartilage. It is recommended for large breed dogs at least 6 years or older weighing 55-110 lbs and giant breed dogs at least 5 years or older and weighing 110 lbs and over.

For:

Mature Large Breed Dogs

Benefits:

Formulated for mature large breed dogs
Made with high-quality protein
Contains omega 6 fatty acids & vitamin E
Glucosamine & chondroitin for joints
L-Carnitine to maintain healthy weight

How it Works:

Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Adult Dog Food maintains healthy joints and cartilage by including glucosamine and chondroitin, while also containing omega -6 fatty acids and vitamin E to visibly improve skin & coat in 30 days (versus previously fed grocery food). In addition, Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Adult Dog Food promotes youthful vitality with L-carnitine, which works to maintain an ideal weight, helping your mature large breed dog lead a happier, longer life.

Cautions:

Not recommended for puppies, small and medium breed dogs, or pregnant or nursing dogs.

Directions:

Amount of food to be fed is based on your pet's weight.
Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. Ask your veterinarian if you have any questions.
Instructions for how much you should feed your dog based on weight is on the back of your Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Adult Dog Food bag.
If you are transitioning your dog to Hill's, mix increasing amounts of your pet's new food with decreasing amounts of the old food over a 7-day period.

Tip:

Keep fresh water available at all times.

Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Mature Adult Dog Food:

Ingredients: Chicken Meal, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Sorghum, Whole Grain Corn, Animal Fat, Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Corn Gluten Meal, Cracked Pearled Barley, Dried Beet Pulp, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Flaxseed, L-Lysine, Choline Chloride, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Iodized Salt, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Oat Fiber, Mixed Tocopherols added to retain freshness, Citric Acid added to retain freshness, L-carnitine, Phosphoric Acid, Beta-Carotene, Rosemary Extract. Dried Apples, Dried Broccoli, Dried Carrots, Dried Cranberries, Dried Peas.

Nutrient & Dry Matter 1 %

Protein

19.3

Fat

15.0

Carbohydrate (NFE)

58.6

Crude Fiber

1.7

Calcium

0.80

Phosphorus

0.7

Sodium

0.7

Potassium

0.96

Magnesium

0.96

Carnitine

330 ppm

Vitamin C

330 mg/kg

Vitamin E

823 IU/kg

Chondroitin Sulfate

1311 mg/kg (ppm)

Glucosamine

339 mg/kg (ppm)

Average Nutrient And Caloric Contents: Dry 3931 kcal/kg (387 kcal/per cup)

References: 1The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles of products with differing moisture contents. An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of Mature Adult Large Breed contains 3 oz. by weight.

mobility dog food

am using Hills prescription j/d canine mobility now is the Hills sd large breed mature adult comparable to what I am using,

Asked by: domp

We definitely suggest you speak with your vet prior to changing the food since your vet has recommended a prescription dog food.

Answered by: Maureen PetMeds Pro

Date published: 2013-09-24