Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care with Chicken Dry Dog Food
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The Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care with Chicken Dry Dog Food is clinically proven nutrition that can help transform your pet’s life. As pets age, damage to the kidney tissues may occur, which affects the kidney’s role to function properly and filter toxins and waste from the blood. It is irreversible, and will lead to further loss of kidney function. This may also decrease their appetite, which could eventually result in the loss of muscle mass. And so the Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians created this special diet, which supports your dog’s kidney function and helps to sustain muscle mass—in fact, the nutrition of k/d is clinically tested to improve and lengthen the quality of life.
Key Benefits- Protects vital kidney and heart function and supports the natural ability to build lean muscle daily.
- Enhanced Appetite Trigger (E.A.T.) technology helps increase the appetite and food intake.
- Made with controlled phosphorus and low sodium, plus therapeutic levels of l-carnitine and omega-3 fatty acids.
- Also includes high levels of essential amino acids, which are the building blocks of protein.
- Made in USA and clinically tested to improve and lengthen the quality of life.
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.
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.
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Item Number87466
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Weight27.5 pounds
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LifestageAdult
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BrandHill's
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Breed SizeSmall Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds
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Food FormDry Food
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Special DietPea-Free, Veterinary Diet
Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Pork Fat, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken, Egg Product, Dried Beet Pulp, Whole Grain Sorghum, Corn Gluten Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Lactic Acid, L-Lysine, Pork Liver Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Potassium Citrate, DL-Methionine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), L-Threonine, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, Taurine, Magnesium Oxide, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Carnitine, L-Tryptophan, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
Caloric Content402 kcal/cup
| Guaranteed Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Crude Protein | 12.0% min |
| Crude Fat | 18.0% min |
| Crude Fiber | 5.0% max |
| Calcium | 0.4% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.15% min |
| Phosphorus | 0.5% max |
| Sodium | 0.3.0% max |
| Weight | Daily Feeding (cup) |
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| 5 lbs | 1/2 |
| 10 lbs | 7/8 |
| 15 lbs | 1 1/8 |
| 20 lbs | 1 1/2 |
| 30 lbs | 2 |
| 40 lbs | 2 1/2 |
| 50 lbs | 3 |
| 60 lbs | 3 1/3 |
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 |
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| Days 1-2 | 75% | 25% |
| Days 3-4 | 50% | 50% |
| Days 5-6 | 25% | 75% |
| Day 7 | 0% | 100% |
Why should I buy veterinary diets from Chewy?
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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.
Improving Lives Together
Groundbreaking Nutrition for Full-Body Health
The kidneys, heart and liver are a few of the body's most important organs, and Hill's Prescription Diet created special formulas to protect the function of these organs. Hill's believes that clinical nutrition developed by specialists and veterinarians can have a transformational effect on your pet's health and happiness.
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.
Comprehensive Support for Healthy Pets
Talk to your veterinarian about the right formula for your pet.
k/d Kidney Care
Chicken or Lamb
Key Nutrients
- Targeted levels of high-quality protein
- Controlled phosphorus levels
- Low in sodium
- Lean muscle support complex
Health Benefits
- Protects vital kidney and heart function
- Boosts vitality and energy
- Supports appetite and eating enjoyment
- Sustains healthy body condition
h/d Heart Care
Chicken Flavor
Key Nutrients
- High levels of L-carnitine and taurine
- Appropriate levels of protein and phosphorus
- Low in sodium
- Clinically proven antioxidants
Health Benefits
- Helps maintain normal blood pressure
- Helps minimize fluid retention
- Helps replenish lost nutrients for dogs receiving diuretics
- Supports a healthy immune system
I/d Liver Care
Pork Flavor
Key Nutrients
- Moderate levels of high-quality protein
- High L-carnitine and L-arginine levels
- Appropriate level of zinc
- Low in copper
- Clinically proven antioxidants
Health Benefits
- Helps reduce liver workload, allowing liver tissue to regenerate
- Helps maintain normal fat metabolism in the liver
- Helps avoid nutrient deficiencies commonly related to liver issues
- Supports a 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.
Customer Reviews
92% Recommend
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love it so far!
By Heidi on Mar 28, 2021
It’s only day one of the new food. My 7 year old pupper was diagnosed with early stage kidney failure. That’s scary! But the vet recommended this food to slow down it’s progression and keep my Lucy-Lu around as long as possible. I will say I spent hours reading the reviews on here and was a wee bit worried. You WILL find reviews stating how difficult it was for pups to switch to it and many of them state their dog flat out would not eat it. So I was worried. I started with 25% of this mixed with her old food. Will follow their directions on the switch. Lucy normally eats like 80% of her food and then leaves the rest for a snack later on in the night (it’s kinda cute). She did the same tonight It’s only day one of the new food. My 7 year old pupper was diagnosed with early stage kidney failure. That’s scary! But the vet recommended this food to slow down it’s progression and keep my Lucy-Lu around as long as possible. I will say I spent hours reading the reviews on here and was a wee bit worried. You WILL find reviews stating how difficult it was for pups to switch to it and many of them state their dog flat out would not eat it. So I was worried. I started with 25% of this mixed with her old food. Will follow their directions on the switch. Lucy normally eats like 80% of her food and then leaves the rest for a snack later on in the night (it’s kinda cute). She did the same tonight. But she ate every piece of the new food and the 20% she left for her snack was all her old food. That’s a dern good sign. I’ll post an update after a week and then once we’ve switched completely but I have HIGH hopes. It’ll all depend on your pup. Don’t sweat the reviews about pups not wanting to eat it. Try it and see how it goes. And for the record my lil “senior” pup still acts like a puppy. Anytime she meets a new bestie, their parent thinks she’s like 2-3 tops. So idk if that matters for the review but I felt it necessary. The vet says she’s a senior but nah. She is still a puppy at heart. I wish luck to all you pet parents who need this for your babies. <3 I really hope it helps and that your babies stick around as long as possible with the help of this possible life saver. I’m hoping it’s worth the money. Because holy heck it’s not cheap. Do the autoship. Tis my best advice. I got it $20 cheaper the first time for signing up for it. Even if you don’t decide to keep it, go ahead and sign up for it. … more
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He doesn't like it!
By BearFood on Mar 23, 2021
My dog is not real crazy about this dry food but seems to being doing alright on it as far as I know. He has developed kidney disease. Truthfully, I need to add the canned k/d and boiled chicken to get him to eat the dry. Not a lot of options out there so this is it. I tried to get the Lamb but more costly and can't find the canned lamb to go with it. I don't know what it is but my boy just doesn't care for it but we've no choice! Just hope new tests will at least show it is helping but it is hard to get him to eat. Even after along walk.
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Dog approved.
By Tyson on Apr 21, 2021
My dog has given his stamp of approval. He was diagnosed with kidney disease and needed to switch from home cooked meals. I followed the transition instructions on the bag and we didn’t have any problems. After a month on this new food his blood work is back down in the normal range.
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My dog loves this food
By Chevy on Apr 23, 2021
My dog loves this food! We had to switch him to this for kidney health. His poops are more regular and he drinks more water which is good to flush his system out. We look forward to keep using this food! Auto-ship makes it very convenient also.
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My dog loves it.
By Pets on Mar 30, 2021
My dog was not eating his food very well, but when we learned that he was having issues with his kidneys, we put him on Hill's Science Diet K/D and he eats it eagerly. I especially like having it delivered to my home. I signed up for a subscription, and I know I will get it regularly. I also appreciated the coupon code.
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GREAT STUFF
By MARGERY on Mar 5, 2021
i do thank you for the easy process i know that this is stuff that you can't just go and get at a store. also i just wanted to tell you the power of a good food. my dog Darcy spent two day in the vet and they told me that she has kidney problems and she is 8 years old and a big dog so i was looking at having to make that decision to putting her down but i thought that i would just take her home and let her go on her own i spent two days by her side just waiting for her to take her last breath and really forcing food down her. it has now been a little over a mouth she has come out of it great she now act like she is a teen again running and playing and even tests me i love it so thank you
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my pug did not do well on this
By elmo on Apr 15, 2021
My vet suggested we switch elmo to this food as his liver enzymes were elevated and he is old but as it is higher in fat than the LID food he was on, it caused upset stomach ... my friends dog is on it and it was wonderful, just not for my elmo.
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Fast Shipping! Incredible Service!
By BexP on Mar 22, 2021
This is a prescription food that requires a vet approval. I added an adopted pet and a vet all on the same day and Chewy contacted my vet and sent the food within a day. My dog loves his special food! It is a strong smelling food but keep my dog's kidney numbers where they need to be. Chewy has the best customer service out there!!
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Lack of communication and common courtesy
By Craig on Apr 5, 2021
I'm very unhappy with service. I was not notified prior to the shipment of the KD Science Diet on Easter Sunday. Had I been notified I would have delayed this shipment as I still have almost a full bag of this dog food.
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Vet Recommended
By Spryguy on Feb 14, 2021
My vet recommended this for my elderly Lab who has kidney disease. I couldn't tell you if it helped or not since he's only been eating it a couple weeks and hasn't had any blood work done yet, but my vet told me that sometimes the kidney enzymes return to normal range after this food. Experience with Chewy was EXCELLENT, I will be using them for purchases in the future and would highly recommend Chewy to a friend.
