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Clinical nutrition especially formulated to support your cat's skin and food sensitivities by soothing itchy and scratchy skin
Limited ingredient nutrition with single intact animal protein to help avoid common food allergies
Helps improve digestion and stool quality while visibly improving the skin and coat
High levels of omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids to encourage optimized immune response in a gluten and soy free formula
Added fish oil to eliminate the need for supplementing with clinically proven antioxidants to support a healthy immune system
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There can be a variety of reasons for your cat's itchy, scratchy skin condition, including sensitivities to food. The good news is, most cats with these skin conditions can benefit from simply eating the right food. Hill's nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet d/d clinical nutrition especially formulated to support your cat's skin and food sensitivities. In fact, d/d is clinically proven nutrition to help avoid reactions.
Specifications
Item Number
69855
Weight
8.5 pounds
Made In
United States
Lifestage
Adult
Food Form
Dry Food
Special Diet
Gluten Free, Grain-Free, Veterinary Diet
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Veterinary Authorization
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.
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. Cats will often refuse mixed diets, so we recommend adding the new food to a separate bowl from the old 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?
1.tSearch 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.
2.tAt 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.
3.tPlace 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, 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 Cats
Cats with skin and coat conditions or food sensitivities can benefit from Hill's Prescription Diet d/d and z/d foods. Prescription Diet d/d has limited ingredient nutrition and a single intact animal protein. The Prescription Diet z/d food features hydrolyzed protein and a single carbohydrate source to minimize the risk of allergic reactions. Many pet parents discover that simply eating the right food can help eliminate food-related causes of skin irritation and help 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.
Prescription Diet z/d Skin/Food Sensitivities
Original Flavor
Key Nutrients
Highly hydrolyzed single animal protein
Single carbohydrate source
High levels of vitamin E
Natural fiber
Essential fatty acids
Controlled minerals
Clinically proven antioxidants
Health Benefits
Promotes healthy skin barrier
Helps support immune system
Formulated to help improve stool quality
Helps eliminate food-related causes of skin irritation
Formulated to help reduce the risk of struvite and oxalate stones
d/d Skin/Food Sensitivities
Duck & Green Pea, Venison & Green Pea
Key Nutrients
Single intact animal protein
No soy protein or gluten
High levels of omega-3 and 6
Clinically proven antioxidants
Health Benefits
Helps improve digestion and stool quality
Leads to visible improvement in skin and coat
Helps maintain a healthy skin barrier
Supports 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.
Does this food have the S+OX shield for urinary crystals in it? The bag I got from my vet has it but this one isn’t saying that it does.
Answer by • Oct 07, 2019
This recipe is formulated to promote a urinary environment that reduces the risk of developing struvite & calcium oxalate crystals. It does contain the S+OXSHIELD.
How long does it take to see an improvement in fur quality?
Answer by • Feb 12, 2019
The duration until improvement is seen depends on the issues your pet is facing. Typically, it's a case by case basis. With food allergies, the issues can clear up pretty quickly, but each pet is different and it's best to have your veterinarian monitor your pets condition.
Could you please confirm the phosphorus percentage on a dry matter basis (last answered in 2018) as well as the DMB for protein?
Answer by • Aug 12, 2021
This recipe has a phosphorus content of 0.72% and a protein content of 34%, both on a dry matter basis.
What’s the difference between this product and z/d?
Answer by • May 10, 2021
Both recipes are designed to help with skin/food sensitivities. The Hill's Prescription Diet d/d has limited ingredient nutrition with single intact animal protein to help avoid common food allergies. It also has added fish oil to eliminate the need for supplementing with clinically proven antioxidants to support a healthy immune system. Due to both recipes being prescription only, we recommend consulting with your veterinary to see which one would fit your pet's needs best.
Always consult a veterinarian about your pet’s health needs. Customer reviews should not be used as medical advice.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Melissa on Sep 22, 2022
Vomit Galore
My cat developed an allergic skin reaction to normal cat food..so we switched to the old recipe of this cat food it was great for about 5 years then they CHANGED THE RECIPE and my cat would vomit this new recipe up at least once a day..even called them and they said the recipe wasn't charged much but it was enough where it was horrible for her tummy pleaseeee don't change a good thing! People depend on an unchanged cat food it it has worked for years... especially a prescription....
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By LewisPoberezny on Jan 22, 2023
Chewy"s great
Great Chewy service as with all my orders. Great prices and quick shipping
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Bonnie on Nov 7, 2022
Smudge loves it
After suspecting a food sensitivity we tried this food and for the finickiest cat in the world to give it two paws up, I'd say that's a good endorsement.
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Prissy on Mar 9, 2022
Cat likes BUT...
My 13 yr. old kitty was vomiting and losing weight. Diagnosed with Inf.Bowel Disease. She also has crystaluria so this diet was prescribed as it is supposed to be safe for that. She likes it BUT ever since she has very soft stools, almost diarrhea. Before her stools were normal so I know it's the diet. May have to check out another Vet diet. Wondering if any other cats have the same side effect of loose stools.
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Jana on Mar 3, 2022
Made may cat sicker
Bought this for my cats skin allergy and within the first 5 days he threw up twice and his breath is starting to stink. This food is terrible and a scam. Vets are recommending this because it only comes in huge expensive bags and then most of the cats don’t like it or it makes them sicker. Avoid at all costs
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cavalier on May 15, 2022
Nice size kibble
Our vet recommended this food for our 11 year old Persian cat. Great food, our Persian loves the kibble size. Would recommend.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Lelylah on Mar 1, 2022
D/d duck and pea
My cat can only eat a very low protein diet. She was eating can for the longest time. So I finally bought a bag of d/d for cat now I don’t have to be home so much because I can leave a open bowl for her to eat when ever she wants. I’m so happy.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By PK726 on Apr 7, 2022
Great Service
Thank you for exchanging types of cat food and for having Hill's HYPO treats for cats in stock finally. the salesperson on the phone was very helpful!
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By JED1 on Apr 2, 2022
Excellent quality
A high quality dry food. My cats love it!! They come running when they hear me scooping the food into their bowls.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Fumose on Dec 23, 2021
Sad cat tummy
Poor cat has had issues for years and FINALLY someone said he had Irritable Bowel Syndrome. This food has made a huge difference!!!! No more sick cat and he enjoys it!!