Highly digestible single intact animal protein source and single carbohydrate source to help avoid common food sensitivities in a gluten-free formula
High levels of omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids that help nourish the skin and coat
Combination of clinically proven antioxidants helps maintain a healthy immune system and skin barrier function
Four different novel protein sources to provide more choices in managing food sensitivity
Helps improve digestion and stool quality with visible improvements in the skin and coat
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There can be a variety of reasons for your dog's itchy, scratchy skin condition, including sensitivities to food. The good news is, most pets with these skin conditions can benefit simply by eating the right food. At Hill's, nutritionists and veterinarians have developed clinical nutrition especially formulated to help your dog with a variety of skin conditions, and digestive discomfort due to food sensitivity.
Specifications
Item Number
113452
Weight
25 pounds
Made In
United States
Lifestage
Adult
Breed Size
Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds, Extra Small Breeds, Giant Breeds
This item needs authorization from your veterinarian. Simply provide your pet and vet clinic information at Checkout and we'll follow up with your veterinarian to confirm.
If you have a copy of your authorization, you can expedite the process by uploading a scan or photo of it to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
Diet Transitioning
Pets can be sensitive to sudden changes in their diets. For this reason, it is extremely important to follow a gradual transition plan to best support your pet's health and product effectiveness. Ask your Veterinarian about the best way to transition your pet to a new food.
Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian. For best results & safety practices:gradually transition to your pets 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 pets condition.
Transition Instructions
Pets can be sensitive to sudden changes in their diets. For this reason, it is extremely important to follow a gradual transition plan to best support your pet's health and product effectiveness. It is recommended to follow at least a 7-day transition plan before exclusively feeding your pet a new food. Start by mixing 75% of your pet's current diet with 25% of the new diet on Day 1 and Day 2. On Day 3 and Day 4, mix 50% of the current diet with 50% of the new diet. On Day 5 and Day 6, mix 25% of the current diet with 75% of the new diet. On Day 7, you can feed your pet the new food exclusively. Ask your Veterinarian about the best way to transition your pet to a new food.
Transition Day
Current Diet
New Diet
Days 1-2
75%
25%
Days 3-4
50%
50%
Days 5-6
25%
75%
Day 7
0%
100%
FAQ
Why should I buy veterinary diets from Chewy?
We offer competitive prices and free shipping on orders over $49. Plus, you'll save more if you sign up for automatic refills with Autoship at Checkout. Chewy experts are available 24/7 to answer any questions you have.
How do I order veterinary diets?
Search for the diet your veterinarian recommends and add it to your cart. You can purchase your veterinary diets along with any other items you need.
At Checkout, you'll be asked for your pet's name and veterinary clinic information so we can confirm that the item is authorized by your veterinarian.
Place your order and we'll take care of contacting your veterinarian. If you have a copy of your authorization, you can expedite the process by uploading a scan or photo of it to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
If your clinic needs more information from you or recommends a different diet, we'll let you know immediately.
I have a copy of the authorization from my veterinarian. Can I send it to you?
Yes. If you have a paper copy of your veterinarian's authorization, you can upload a scan or photo to the Prescriptions section in your account or your order confirmation. You can also email it to vetdiet@chewy.com.
Can I use a veterinarian's authorization if it was written by a veterinarian out of state?
Yes. We accept valid authorizations from anywhere in the United States, Canada, and U.S. territories such as Puerto Rico.
Why do I need a veterinarian's authorization?
Veterinary diets are formulated with the precise ingredients and nutrients needed to address specific medical issues. Because these diets are formulated for medical issues, veterinary authorization is needed to advise you on the best way to give them to your pet and to monitor your pet's health while they are on the diet.
Can someone else (such as a caretaker or family member) place an order for my pet?
Yes, but we'll need them to contact us and provide the full name of the pet's owner after the order is placed. This is so the veterinary clinic can locate your pet's records when we contact them. Email us at vetdiet@chewy.com or call us 24/7 at 1-800-672-4399.
Do authorizations expire?
Yes. Your veterinarian will tell us when your authorization expires and how many refills you have before they'd like you to check back in with them.
Can I set up automatic refills?
Yes. Sign up for Autoship at Checkout and select how often you need refills. We'll automatically ship your veterinary diets for as long as your authorization allows. If you run out of refills or your authorization expires, we'll automatically contact your veterinarian for a new authorization.
What if I have more questions? How can I reach the veterinary diets team at Chewy?
Email us at vetdiet@chewy.com, start a chat on Chewy.com, or call us anytime at 1-800-672-4399. We're here for you 24/7.
Learn More About Hill's Prescription Diet From Our Team of Experts
About Hill's Prescription Diet Foods for Skin / Food Sensitivities
Improving Lives Together
Groundbreaking Nutrition for Sensitive Dogs
Dogs with skin and coat conditions or food sensitivities can benefit from Hill's Prescription Diet z/d and d/d foods. Prescription Diet d/d has limited ingredient nutrition and a single intact animal protein. The Prescription Diet z/d food features a highly hydrolyzed protein and a single carbohydrate source to minimize the risk of allergic reactions. Many pet parents discover that simply eating the right food helps eliminate food-related causes of skin irritation and helps avoid reactions to food.
Clinical Nutrition
With Hill's, it's not just high-quality ingredients that count. Their focus is on the proper balance of nutrients in every recipe. So Hill's has developed foods that are designed to help pets with specific health conditions, providing the right nutrients to support their health. Hill's alliance with veterinarians puts them in a unique position find a nutrition recommendation for your pet no matter what health issue your pet is facing.
Formulated by Veterinarians
Hill's Prescription Diet started with a veterinarian's belief that some health issues could be managed through nutrition. What began as a theory has now been proven through extensive research by a team of over 220 vets, PhD nutritionists and food scientists. The results can be seen in Hill's Prescription Diet therapeutic pet foods.
Meeting the Highest Standards
Providing a food that delivers exactly what it says it does is Hill's number one priority, in fact, they perform over five million safety and quality checks every year. They've established relationships with trusted suppliers and will only accept ingredients that meet stringent standards.
The Taste Factor
You might know that Hill's Prescription Diet is good for your pet, but she's only concerned with the taste. Even though they place a heavy emphasis on nutrition, Hill's hasn't forgotten about palatability. Savory ingredients are combined to produce foods with enticing aromas, textures, and shapes that your pet can't resist.
Find the Right Formula
Talk to your veterinarian about the right formula for your pet.
z/d Skin/Food Sensitivities
Original
Key Nutrients
Highly hydrolyzed animal protein
Single purified carbohydrate source
High levels of vitamin E
Natural fiber
Essential fatty acid enriched
Clinically proven antioxidants
Health Benefits
Visible skin and coat improvement in 30 days
Promotes healthy skin barrier
Helps support a healthy immune system
Clinically proven to help normalize stool
d/d Skin/Food Sensitivities
Potato & Venison
Potato & Duck
Potato & Salmon
Key Nutrients
Limited ingredient nutrition with single intact animal protein
No soy protein or gluten
High levels of omega-3 and 6
Clinically proven antioxidants
Health Benefits
Results you can see in the skin and coat
Helps maintain a healthy skin barrier
Helps improve digestion and stool quality
Supports a healthy immune system
Derm Defense
Chicken
Key Nutrients
With proprietary complex of bioactives and phytonutrients
High levels of omega-3 and 6 fatty acids
Clinically proven antioxidants, including vitamin E
No corn, chicken or by-product meal, artificial colors, flavors or preservatives
Health Benefits
Helps strengthen skin barrier
Drives healthy skin from within
Formulated to help soothe and nourish skin and coat
Helps skin to recover naturally
Holistic long-term solution supporting healthy immune system
About Hill's Prescription Diet
Hill's mission is to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pet. Their Prescription Diet product line delivers clinically proven nutrition that supports common pet health concerns, from digestive and urinary health to aging and weight management.
The 25-pound bag has approximately 100 cups of food.
I see the bag says “New Formula and kibble”. Can you tell what has changed? Is it possible to see the ingredient side of the bag?
Thank you
Answer by • Feb 15, 2021
For a complete list of ingredients and the guaranteed analysis, click the “Nutritional Info” tab, next to the “Description” tab, just under the product photos when viewed on a desk top. Click the "Nutritional Info" tab, next to the "Q&A" tab, towards the top bar above the product image when viewed on the app.
Our vet recommended this for our diabetic baby but is this something our other fur baby can enjoy and have as well?
Answer by • Dec 01, 2020
Veterinary diets are formulated with the precise ingredients and nutrients needed to address specific medical issues. It is not recommended to feed this to a pet it is not prescribed for.
Does this food have chicken or beef in it.
Answer by • Nov 27, 2021
This food does not include chicken or beef. For a complete list of ingredients, click the “Nutritional Info” tab, next to the “Description” tab, just under the product photos.
I was scared that Dexter wasn't going to like his new food but he loves it! That makes me so excited! Hopefully he will start feeling better now.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Emily on Nov 29, 2022
Dog loves it
My dog has been having GI issues/food sensitivities and it's been difficult finding something he likes and that also agrees with his stomach, but this seems to do the trick. He gobbles it up and gained back some of the weight he lost. Will stick to this as long as it keeps working!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Allergy01 on Jan 26, 2023
Required food
Thanks to chewy my pup was able to watch foods without running out of old food and going on new food for allergies.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Christine on Jan 13, 2023
Hills science diet d/d skin/food sensitivities
So far my dog loves this food, seems to be feeling better on it. no ore chewing on her leg with this dry weather causing an issue.
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By Foody on Nov 10, 2022
Hills Diei
My pets are very fussy eaters and so far I have gotten them to eat this kibble a little bit at a time. I have 2 Cockapoos that are very difficult to feed.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bees on Nov 30, 2022
Great help
I was told were I get my food was out I called chewy and got it as fast as they could they were great help.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Etta on Aug 17, 2022
Hill's special dog food
This dog food was on backorder at my vets place. Chewy was the only place I could find it. The price was very reasonable and they shipped it fairly quickly.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By DannyLab on Apr 6, 2022
Would continue!
My 1.5 years old Lab Cattle dog mix has food sensitivity/IBD. This is the only food that's been working for him so far. He definitely is doing much better in terms of stomach, skin and healthy weight. He has put on muscles. No diarrhea episode has occurred since we switched to this food.
He's a picky eater, so nice to have multiple flavor options in this category. I also love the fact that they add Taurine in the food since there was some investigation couple of years back regarding lack of taurine in grain free food and DCM in dogs. I surely trust Hill's as a brand and definitely they were not in that list of 16 brands.
The only thing that's a little downside on this would be the cost, but since I'm getting the quality and results for this cost and it made my pup feel better - I guess I made my peace with that. Also, Venison is not available in market for some reason and Duck flavor is not available to buy on stores, I haven't found a wet food anywhere. So I'd love to see more availability on these 3 variety for d/d and the canned food.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Wendy on Apr 25, 2022
My Dog Loves It
We had our dog tested for allergies and this was one of the foods that he can eat without giving him digestive distress. Thankfully, my dog loves it and actually licks the bowl after he's done eating! It's a relief that Hills makes several different foods that is safe for my dog....thank you!!! This is a prescription diet but Chewy makes it so easy to process orders - even Auto Delivery!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By AshS on Mar 1, 2022
I'm sure it's great for its intended purpose.
We were trying all sorts of diets with my 10 year old corgi due to suspected food allergies. This was food #2 because she wouldn't eat food #1 anymore. Unfortunately she only ate this for about 3 meals before she decided it wasn't for her (my wallet is very happy about that /s). She was enthusiastic about it immediately but I think maybe she just doesn't want dry food anymore.
The only other thing I can really speak on for the food is the smell. Wow does it smell strongly! I've never run into such a strong smelling dog food before, so I assume it's the duck that's the culprit. I do also like that the bag comes with that Velcro type closure, it's much better than the standard zipper type close or even nothing at all as most dog foods do.