Hill’s Science Diet Kitten Chicken Recipe

Description

Key Benefits

Hill’s Science DietKitten dry food is carefully formulated for the developmental needs of kittens, so they get the best start in life & grow to their full potential.

• DHA from fish oil for healthy brain & eye development
• High-quality protein for building lean muscles
• Balanced minerals for strong bones & teeth

Recommended for:

Kittens, from weaning until 1 year old and pregnant or nursing cats.

Not recommended for:

Long-term feeding to adult cats, unless they have higher than normal energy requirements

INGREDIENTS:Chicken, Brown Rice, Wheat Gluten, Chicken Fat, Egg Product, Whole Grain Oats, Whole Grain Wheat, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Liver Flavor, Flaxseed, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, Fish Oil, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Taurine, 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), minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Iodized Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Oat Fiber, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Magnesium Oxide, Beta-Carotene, Apples, Broccoli, Carrots, Cranberries, Green Peas.

Feeding Guide

Growth

Weight of Cat – lbs (kgs) Amount per Day – cups (grams) – Growth less than 4 months Amount per Day – cups (grams) – Growth 4 to 6 months Amount per Day – cups (grams) – Growth 7 to 12 months and Pregnancy 1 (0,5) 1/4 (35) 2 (0,9) 1/3 (45) 3 (1,4) 1/2 (70) 3/8 (50) 4 (1,8) 5/8 (85) 1/2 (70) 6 (2,7) 3/4 (100) 2/3 (90) 1/2 (70) 8 (3,6) 7/8 (120) 2/3 (90) 10 (4,5) 1 (135) 3/4 (100) 12 (5,4) 7/8 (120) 14 (6,4) 1 (135) 16 (7,3) 1 1/8 (155)

Hill’s Science DietKitten Chicken Recipe is formulated to meet nutritional levels established by the AAFCO Cat Food Nutrient Profiles for growing kittens and gestating or lactating adult female cats.

HELPFUL TIPS

• Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian.
• New to this food? Mix increasing amounts of your pet’s new food with decreasing amounts of the old food over a 7-day period.
• Keep fresh water available at all times!
• Your pets nutritional needs may change as they age. Ask your vet at every checkup.
• To prevent suffocation, keep the packaging out of the reach of pets and children.

Key Caloric Content

4152 kcal/kg (565 kcal/cup)

Nutrient Dry Matter1
% Protein 37.8 Fat 23.5 Carbohydrate / NFE 30.0 Crude Fiber 0.8 Calcium 1.28 Phosphorous 1.06 Potassium 0.86 Sodium 0.56 Magnesium 0.109 Taurine 0.52 Vitamin C 109 ppm Vitamin E 1359 IU/kg DHA 0.160 Total Omega-3 FA 1.02 Total Omega-6 FA 4.46

References

1The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.

An eight fluid oz. measuring cup ofHill’s Science Diet Kitten Chicken Recipecontains 4.8 oz. by weight.