Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic Chicken Cat Food 8.5 lbs

Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic Chicken Cat Food 8.5 lbs
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Just like the human epidemic, almost 50% of the pet population is overweight. Even a little extra weight can impact the pets quality of life and relationship with family because that extra weight can reduce play time, impact mobility and affect the lifelong general health of your cat.
Hill's nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet® Metabolic clinical nutrition specially formulated to support your cat's weight management. In fact, 88% of pets lost weight at home in 2 months when fed the nutrition of Metabolic.

For

Cats

How it works

  • A synergistic blend of ingredients
  • Unique fiber blend from fruits and vegetables
  • Powerful antioxidants

How it helps

  • Naturally works with your pet's unique metabolism
  • Helps avoid weight regain after weight loss
  • Helps your pet feel full & satisfied between meals
  • Supports vitality & holistic health
  • S+OXSHIELD™: Formulated to promote a urinary environment that reduces the risk of developing struvite & calcium oxalate crystals

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

Calorie Content

3381 kcal/kg (297 kcal/cup)
An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of Hill's® Prescription Diet® Metabolic Feline contains 3.1 oz. by weight.

Guaranteed Analysis Nutition

Nutrient Dry Matter %
Protein 38.7
Fat 13.3
Crude Fiber 9.8
Carbohydrate / NFE 31.7
Calcium 1.04
Phosphorous 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
† The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.

Feeding Guide

Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian.
For best results & safety practices:

  • Use as directed by your veterinarian
  • Gradually transition to your pet's new food over a 7 day period.
  • Exclusively feed the recommended Prescription Diet dry food, canned food & treats.
  • 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 and children.
Adult maintenance
Body Weight (lb / kg) Weight Loss Weight Control
6lb (2.7kg) 3/8 cup (35g) 5/8 cup (55g)
8lb (3.6kg) 1/2 cup (45g) 3/4 cup (65g)
10lb (4.5kg) 5/8 cup (55g) 7/8 cup (75g)
12lb (5.4kg) 2/3 cup (60g) 1 cup (90g)
14lb (6.4kg) 3/4 cups (65g) 1 1/8 cups (100g)
16lb (7.3kg) 7/8 cup (75g) 1 1/4 cups (110g)
18lb (8.2kg) 7/8 cup (75g) 1 3/8 cups (120g)
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's® Prescription Diet® Metabolic Feline provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult cats