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Hill's Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food

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Product Changes Notice :      Hill's Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Dry Dog Food
From August 2025 this product will start to arrive with new packaging. There is no change in the formulation between the old & new packaging, so you can continue to feed these foods with confidence.
For any questions regarding this update or your pet's food, please contact the Petdirect Customer Care team.  

Description:

Big dogs need lots of love, and Hill's Science Diet Large Breed Puppy dry food is specially made with a delicious chicken flavour and an optimal level of calcium for controlled bone growth: a unique developmental need of large breed puppies. 

Give your large dog their best start in life so they can grow to their full potential with balanced minerals that promote strong bones and strong teeth. This dog food made with high-quality ingredients uses DHA from fish oil to support your large dog's eye development and brain function. High-quality protein helps your large dog build and maintain muscle.

Learn more about Hill's Science Diet Dog Food.

Key Benefits:

  • A large breed puppy food specially made with an optimal level of calcium for controlled bone growth
  • Uses a balanced set of minerals to promote strong bones and teeth in large puppies
  • Uses DHA from fish oil to support healthy brain and eye development for growing dogs
  • High-quality protein helps your large pup build and maintain lean muscle
  • Contains ActivBiome+ Digestion, a breakthrough blend of prebiotic fibres to support the gut microbiome and digestive system
  • US Veterinarians' #1 Recommended
  • Backed by Hill's 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

Ingredients:

Chicken, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Oats, Chicken Meal, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Fat, Pea Protein, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Soybean Meal, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken Liver Flavor, Ground Pecan Shells, Lactic Acid, Pork Liver Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Fish Oil, Iodized Salt, Dried Citrus Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Pressed Cranberries, Calcium Carbonate, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), DLMethionine, L-Threonine, Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Tryptophan, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, L-Carnitine, Beta-Carotene.

Nutritional Analysis:

Crude Protein (min.)22%
Crude Fat (min.)11.5%
Crude Fiber (max.)8.5%
Moisture (max.)10%
Docosahexaenoic Acid* (DHA) (min.)0.3%
Vitamin E (min.)425 IU/kg
Ascorbic Acid* (Vitamin C) (min.)95 ppm

 

 

Feeding Guidelines:

Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe provides complete and balanced nutrition for growing puppies. 

  • Product Recommendation:  Large breed puppies (over 25 kg when adult) up to 1 year old 
  • Product not recommended: Adult or mature adult dogs

Please see package for complete feeding instructions. Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight.  If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian. 

New to this food? Mix increasing amounts of your pet's new food with decreasing amounts of the old food over a 7 day period. 

Keep fresh water available at all times! 

Your pet's nutritional needs may change as they age. Ask your vet at every checkup. Fresh water should be available at all times. Product Recommendation: Puppies up to 1 year old and pregnant or nursing dogs. Product not recommended: Adult dogs, mature adult dogs, obese or obese-prone dogs.

Weight of DogGrowth <4 monthsGrowth 4–9 monthsGrowth 10–12 monthsGrowth 13–18 months
0.9kg1/2 cup (55g)   
2.3kg1 cup (110g)   
3.6kg1 3/8 cup (150g)   
4.5kg1 2/3 cup (180g)   
9.1kg2 3/4 cup (295g)2 1/3 cup (250g)  
18kg4 3/4 cup (510g)4 cup (430g)3 1/4 cup (350g) 
27kg6 1/3 cup (680g)5 1/3 cup (575g)4 1/4 cup (460g)3 3/4 cup (405g)
36kg 6 2/3 cup (720g)5 1/3 cup (575g)4 3/4 cup (510g)
45kg 7 3/4 cup (835g)6 1/4 cup (675g)5 2/3 cup (610g)
54kg  7 1/4 cup (780g)6 1/2 cup (700g)
64kg  8 cup (860g)7 1/4 cup (780g)
73kg  9 cup (970g)8 cup (860g)
82kg  9 3/4 cup (1050g)8 3/4 cup (945g)
91kg  10 1/2 cup (1130g)9 1/2 cup (1025g)

 

Hill's Science Diet

Hill’s Science Diet is made with an optimal selection of ingredients and nutrients that work with your dog's biology. Whether it's the developmental needs of puppies, fuelling adult dogs in the prime of their life or supporting them into their senior years, Hill’s Science Diet foods are made for every stage of a healthy pet’s life.

There is also a specialty range for healthy dogs that require additional nutritional support in areas such as weight, dental health, mobility or skin and stomach sensitivities.

Learn more about Hill's Science Diet Dog Food.

100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE.  At Hill’s, we’re dedicated to making foods your pet will love. If you’re not satisfied for any reason with a product purchased from one of our authorised sellers, simply return the unused portion to the place of purchase for your money back or a replacement product.

HILL’S PET NUTRITION: PREMIUM PET FOOD BACKED BY SCIENCE

Developed with vet's

Developed by a team of PhD nutritionists and veterinarians

Featuring DHA from fish oil

DHA from fish oil for healthy brain & eye development

High-quality protein

High-quality protein for building lean muscles

Balanced minerals

Balanced minerals for strong bones & teeth

 

 

Hill’s Science Diet puppy food is carefully formulated for the developmental needs of puppies, so they get the best start in life & grow to their full potential.

 

BIOLOGY-BASED
NUTRITION
ANTICIPATES THEIR EVER CHANGING
NEEDS

PUPPY
Supports healthy brain, eye, muscle, bone & immune system development in growing puppies

ADULT 1-6
Supports healthy immune system, digestion, lean muscle & beautiful coat in adult dogs

ADULT LIGHT
Precise nutrition for less active adult dogs requiring a low calorie food to help maintain a healthy weight & lifestyle

ADULT 7+
Supports energy level & beautiful coat. Helps keep immune system, heart & kidneys healthy

SPECIALTY RANGE
Nutritional support for healthy dogs in areas such as weight, dental health, mobility and skin & stomach sensitivities

Food Shelter Love
100% Satisfaction Guarantee or your money back

Reviews

5 out of 5 stars
Based on 5 customer ratings
  • "Dog food "
    Posted byAndrena McCallumon8th Oct 2023

    Best way for me to buy my puppy his food fast delivery too. Recommend

  • "HILLS SCIENCE DIET"
    Posted byAnonymouson3rd Nov 2021

    Awesome service. Archie loved the little treat to, thank you.

  • "Hills large puppy feed"
    Posted byRoslyn Koningon13th Jul 2021

    Puppy thriving on this and looking beautiful gaining weight at a nice rate

  • "Glad I switched"
    Posted byNikki Douglason29th May 2021

    Since switching her to this food, my puppy’s coat is thicker and glossier and she is putting on weight at a good rate, after being under size and weight for her age.

  • "Love it"
    Posted byEmma Adamon13th Aug 2020

    Best dry food around. My puppy loves it so much and it’s got so much goodness in it!

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