Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care with Chicken Dry Dog Food, 17.6-lb bag

$85.99 First Time Autoship Price
this order
Save 35% (up to $20) today when you set up Autoship. 

$100.69 Autoship Price
(-5%) future orders
  • Keep saving 5% on every order
  • Get deliveries on your schedule
  • Skip, change, or cancel anytime
$105.99 Chewy Price
($6.03 /lb)

In Stock
FREE 1-3 day delivery
Free 365-day returns
Authorization approval made easy
We’ll reach out to your vet clinic.

No interest if paid in full in 6 months on PayPal purchases of $149+. .

This item requires vet authorization.

About This Item

Details

  • Specially formulated by Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians to help manage chronic kidney disease, or CKD.
  • Formulated with ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense, a proprietary blend of prebiotics designed to activate the gut microbiome and help protect kidney function.
  • Made with paw-lenty of essential amino acids to support your dog's natural ability to maintain lean muscles.
  • Developed with Enhanced Appetite Trigger, or E.A.T., to help stimulate your pet's appetite and increase their food intake.
  • Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care with Chicken Dry Dog Food is made with chicken and has an irresistible taste that dogs love.

Ingredient Information

Feeding Instructions

FAQ

Learn More About Hill's Prescription Diet From Our Team of Experts

Hill’s. Because you’re only human

Science-led nutrition to help you give more love than humanly possible.

Expert-backed nutrition

Pet food has the power to change lives, which is why we rely on our team of 200+ scientists, nutritionists, vets and other experts who share a love for dogs and cats.

Science does more

We’ve been supporting pets & their people for over 75 years through groundbreaking scientific discoveries and nutrition innovation.

Recommended by Veterinarians

Founded by a vet, endorsed by vets — we’re proud to be a leader in cutting-edge food science and research.

About Hill’s Pet Nutrition

In 1948, Hill’s changed the pet nutrition world by launching the first veterinarian-prepared food for a pet’s specific health needs. Seven decades and thousands of innovations later, they are still leading the charge in science-led nutrition.

Shop Hill’s Pet Nutrition

Questions & Answers

29 Customer Questions


Do the 17.6 or 27.5 lb bags have zip lock closures on them? I get the small 8 lb bag because I can fit it in an airtight container. I prefer getting a larger bag but the 8 lb bag doesn't have a ziplock, I'm afraid the larger ones won't either.


How many cups would you say would be in the 25 lb bag? Wondering how long it will last.

Answer by ChewyMar 14, 2018
There's approximately 34 cups of food in the 8.5 pound bag, 70 cups of food in the 17.6 pound bag, and 110 cups of food in the 27.5 pound bag.

Are any ingredients from China?

Answer by ChewyAug 08, 2019
This ingredient L-carnitine is sourced in China.

Would my other dog who doesn't have kidney problems be able to eat this? I'm going to try to separate it but if she eats it would it be bad for her?

Answer by ChewyAug 24, 2018
As this is a prescription food formulated to meet specific diet restrictions from known health issues, this food should not be fed to any other animal than the one prescribed due to the restriction of specific nutrients. Prescription diets can be detrimental to an otherwise healthy pet if that pet doesn't have the ailment for which the food is designed.

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4068 Ratings

Customers Mention

Chewy identifies key considerations with the help of artificial intelligence and our veterinarians.

Digestibility

84% Positive

Ingredients

84% Positive

Nutritional Value

85% Positive

Palatability

81% Positive

1838 Customer Reviews



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 Paul on Jan 24, 2026

Terrible product!!!

This product (stinks) literally! Mali refuses to eat it. Have tried to mix it with different things she sniffs it and won't touch it. I am frustrated and afraid!

This product (stinks) literally! Mali refuses to eat it. Have tried to mix it with different things she sniffs it and won't touch it. I am frustrated and afraid! Mali is my best friend and don't want to lose her. Hill's should be in the pet food business. I am at my wits end!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Vicki on Jan 5, 2026

Quick and efficient delivery

In the past, I had trouble ordering prescription diet from another online pet pharmacy. The process was slow and painful, requiring multiple follow-up calls to my

In the past, I had trouble ordering prescription diet from another online pet pharmacy. The process was slow and painful, requiring multiple follow-up calls to my vet to ensure they received the order. With Chewy, my order was approved and processed the same day. Plus, I saved money with Chewy, which is always appreciated!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Roberta on Jan 29, 2026

He likes it

Since this was recently prescribed for my 12+ little dog I’m delighted that he actually eats it happily as he did the science diet at 7+ food. Hopefully at the next

Since this was recently prescribed for my 12+ little dog I’m delighted that he actually eats it happily as he did the science diet at 7+ food. Hopefully at the next blood test we will see that it has made a difference.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Sydnie on Dec 15, 2025

Kidney levels are stable

My 65 lb golden retriever started this diet two days after finding out his kidney levels weren’t good. As an effort to ensure they don’t continue to rise, he strictly

My 65 lb golden retriever started this diet two days after finding out his kidney levels weren’t good. As an effort to ensure they don’t continue to rise, he strictly only eats this and occasionally some pumpkin. He has no issues with the taste or smell, it’s been four months and his kidney levels haven’t gone up, and is doing great energy wise, no weight loss, I give all the credit to this food!


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Benjamin on Dec 29, 2025

Like Magic Shipping..!

I made a mistake estimating amount and time for reorder and was running low on Coco’s prescription diet dog food. Placed the order and was shocked that it was delivered

I made a mistake estimating amount and time for reorder and was running low on Coco’s prescription diet dog food. Placed the order and was shocked that it was delivered the next day and during the busy holiday season. Fantastic service thanks!


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Valerie on Jan 3, 2026

Dog food

I’m sure it is a fine product but my dog doesn’t like it. I tried another flavor and it was a no go. So I have to put tuna or something in it to get him to eat

I’m sure it is a fine product but my dog doesn’t like it. I tried another flavor and it was a no go. So I have to put tuna or something in it to get him to eat. I thought he would eat it if he was hungry enough but after 2 days I gave up.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cathy on Dec 26, 2025

No need to worry about it being eaten!

I was worried that a new food, especially for a special diet, was going to be difficult to get Grizzly to eat, but that wasn’t the case at all. My other two dogs

I was worried that a new food, especially for a special diet, was going to be difficult to get Grizzly to eat, but that wasn’t the case at all. My other two dogs not on the diet have gotten a piece or two and they also gobbled it up. A bit expensive but worth it.


Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Suzanne on Nov 28, 2025

Quick Delivery & Excellent Product

We recently discovered that our 14-year-old mixed-breed dog (Boxer and Border Collie) has developed kidney disease and hypothyroidism, so our vet prescribed Hill's

We recently discovered that our 14-year-old mixed-breed dog (Boxer and Border Collie) has developed kidney disease and hypothyroidism, so our vet prescribed Hill's k/d Canine Renal Health Dry Dog food. We ordered the dry food through Chewy, and it was delivered within days, and the product is making a difference in improving Daisy's health.


Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Christine on Jan 25, 2026

Kibble is NOT for small breed

My chi is not able to chew this.the kibble is way to big.she sniffs and licks it but is not able to crunch it.get something in small breed so smaller dogs are able

My chi is not able to chew this.the kibble is way to big.she sniffs and licks it but is not able to crunch it.get something in small breed so smaller dogs are able to eat it!


Rated 2 out of 5 stars
By Diana on Nov 20, 2025

My girl isn’t thrilled

As I was weaning my 12 y/o doxie from her former food to the Hills renal diet, she appeared to love the new food. She even started picking it out of her bowl and

As I was weaning my 12 y/o doxie from her former food to the Hills renal diet, she appeared to love the new food. She even started picking it out of her bowl and leaving the Purina shreds. That was short lived. After a couple days, she started refusing the Hills too. I’ve resorted to mixing in some sweet potato or other veg with no salt to help her get it down. I wish I’d have purchased a smaller bag. This was a $100 mistake.