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Prescription Diet k/d + j/d Dry Dog Food with ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense is specially formulated by nutritionists and veterinarians to help manage chronic kidney disease, or CKD, and degenerative joint disease, or DJD. A proprietary blend of prebiotics activates the gut microbiome to help reduce uremic toxins and slow down the progression of the disease. This recipe also includes omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil and is enriched with glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to help preserve joint cartilage and increase mobility. Plus, Hill's Enhanced Appetite Trigger helps stimulate your dog's appetite and encourages healthy eating. In addition to high levels of essential amino acids and L-carnitine, increasing caloric intake can support your dog's natural ability to build muscle mass. Best of all, this dry food has an irresistible chicken flavor that dogs love!
Item Number | 122122 |
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Weight | 18.7 pounds |
Made In | United States |
Lifestage | Adult |
Breed Size | Small Breeds, Medium Breeds, Large Breeds, All Breeds, Extra Small Breeds, Giant Breeds |
Food Form | Dry Food |
Special Diet | Pea-Free, Veterinary Diet, With Grain |
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.
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.
Brewers Rice, Chicken Fat, Flaxseed, Chicken, Egg Product, Fish Oil, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Powdered Cellulose, Corn Gluten Meal, Dried Beet Pulp, Pork Liver Flavor, Calcium Carbonate, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, L-Lysine, Betaine, Lipoic Acid, Potassium Citrate, Whole Grain Oats, Choline Chloride, L-Threonine, DL-Methionine, Fructooligosaccharides (FOS), Calcium Sulfate, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Iodized Salt, L-Tryptophan, Taurine, Magnesium Oxide, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Glucosamine Hydrochloride, L-Carnitine, Chondroitin Sulfate, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
489 kcal / per 8 oz cup
Crude Protein | 15.3% min |
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Crude Fat | 23.6% min |
Crude Fiber | 3.9% max |
Carbohydrate / NFE | 53% max |
Calcium | 0.62% max |
Phosphorous | 0.29% min |
Sodium | 0.19% min |
Potassium | 0.68% min |
Magnesium | 0.121% max |
Vitamin C | 92 ppm |
Vitamin E | 563 IU/kg |
Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 3.81% min |
Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) | 2.94% min |
Weight | Daily Feeding (cup) |
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5 lbs | 3/8 |
10 lbs | 2/3 |
15 lbs | 1 |
20 lbs | 1 1/4 |
30 lbs | 1 2/3 |
40 lbs | 2 |
50 lbs | 2 1/3 |
60 lbs | 2 2/3 |
70 lbs | 3 |
80 lbs | 3 1/3 |
100 lbs | 4 |
120 lbs | 4 1/2 |
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 pet's 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 pet's condition.
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% |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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Top Ingredients | Brewers Rice, Chicken Fat, Flaxseed... | Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Chicken Meal... | Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken Meal... | Potatoes, Potato Starch, Salmon... | Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Powdered Cellulose... |
Breed Size | Extra Small Breeds, Small Breeds, Medium Breeds... | Extra Small Breeds, Small Breeds, Medium Breeds... | Extra Small Breeds, Small Breeds, Medium Breeds... | Extra Small Breeds, Small Breeds, Medium Breeds... | Extra Small Breeds, Small Breeds, Medium Breeds... |
Special Diet | Veterinary Diet, Pea-Free, With Grain | Sensitive Digestion, Veterinary Diet, Pea-Free, Low Fat, With Grain | Veterinary Diet, Weight Control, With Grain | Gluten Free, Veterinary Diet, Pea-Free, Chicken-Free | Veterinary Diet, Weight Control, With Grain |
Food Flavor | Poultry, Chicken | Poultry, Chicken | Poultry, Chicken | Seafood & Fish, Salmon | Poultry, Chicken |
Health Feature | Hip & Joint Support, Kidney Care | Digestive Health, Weight Management | Weight Management | Skin & Coat Health | Urinary Tract Health, Weight Management |
Lifestage | Adult | Adult | Adult | Adult | Adult |
Food Form | Dry Food | Dry Food | Dry Food | Dry Food | Dry Food |
My little girl, a Boston Terrier, has eaten high quality food for all of her 9 years without ever any issues. But upon learning that of her kidney issues, we had to go to Rx renal care food - either Hills or Royal Canin. She has so disliked the Hills that she's refused to eat anything for over a day at a time, and when I finally got her to eat it by combining it with some (vet approved) ground beef, she threw up 7 times. After two days of refusing food, the only way i could get her to eat ANYTHING is by giving her the old (NOT renal) food. Obviously, I've ordered the other brand and am praying that goes better. My own health issues have precluded me from working recently, so the fact that these foods are insanely expensive (and unreturnable), combined with all the additional vet bills (and the fear of losing my little girl) has made this experience a nightmare. How much is Hill's fault? I don't know. For all I know it's very well made, but just repulsive to my dog. But DEFINITELY start off by ordering the smallest size possible, in case your little furry buddy doesn't like it any better than mine.
My very senior cat who is very picky actually eats this food. Not with alot of enthusiasm but she seems to eat this over the canned version. Wish Hill’s would make a few different flavors tho. She has stopped vomiting since she’s been on this so that scored points too. Its a very gummy like consistency. Glad I don’t have to eat it! :)
Unfortunately my little baby doesn't like this food. I bought this in May it's now August and I have the entire bag Full. He takes a piece and spits it out. I give it to him in hopes of he's hungry enough he will eat it but he refuses and is loosing weight. I would like to go back to the other version of this food. At least he ate that here and there. I thought I was doing something to help with the added mobility health since he is an Italian Greyhound and has fragile legs. Big Disappointment.
Frankly, our dog has always been food-obsessed, so it's no surprise that she'll eat this dry Rx food. What IS good, is that it is for both her (newly diagnosed) kidney disease AND her significant existing mobility issues. Too early to tell if it helps either. Kibble can be given as a small reward, too and will "gravy-up" when I add water to it.
SO FAR SO GOOD ON OUR DOGS NEW DIET BUT EXPENSIVE BUT IF OUR DOG CONTINUES IMPROVEMENT GREAT
We recently switched from the k/d to the k/d j/d for my elderly dog with kidney disease and arthritis. She has this in combination with the k/d wet food. It's been 5 months since we discovered her kidney disease and she has been holding steady so far!
I noticed that my dog has been eating more of this particular food than previous Science Diet food.
We never got a chance to see if this food would help our dog. She passed before the food had a chance to work. My dogs death was due to vet negligence.
My senior chihuahua had lost his appetite and was declining. The vet said his kidneys were going, and prescribed Hills Prescription Diet k/d so we decided to give it a try. My doggie's appetite returned and now he's got a new lease on life. The light in his eyes, the spring in his step, are back.Thank you Hills!
This food/medicine combo has been perfect for our 14yr old Llasso. He has a new pep in his step.