| Product Changes Notice : Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small & Mini Dry Dog Food |
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| 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. |
Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small & Mini Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe dry food is tailored to the unique needs of Small and Mini dogs.
Rich in flavour, it is carefully formulated with vital nutrients to support 5 essential building blocks for lifelong health, so they get the best start in life & grow to their full potential.
A breakthrough blend of prebiotic fibres support the gut microbiome and digestive system, growing bones and teeth are supported by balanced minerals, healthy brain and eye development are supported by DHA and Fish Oil, their developing immune system is supported by an antioxidant blend and growing muscles are fueled by high quality proteins.
Learn more about Hill's Science Diet Dog Food.
Chicken, Whole Grain Oats, Brown Rice, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat, Pea Protein, Whole Grain Corn, Cracked Pearled Barley, Soybean Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Corn Protein Meal, Pork Liver Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Ground Pecan Shells, Lactic Acid, Soybean Oil, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Fish Oil, Dried Citrus Pulp, Calcium Carbonate, Iodized Salt, Potassium Chloride, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Choline Chloride, 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), Pressed Cranberries, L-Threonine, L-Lysine, DL Methionine, L-Tryptophan, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
| Crude Protein (min.) | 24% |
| Crude Fat (min.) | 15% |
| Crude Fiber (max.) | 4% |
| Moisture (max.) | 10% |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid* (DHA) (min.) | 0.05% |
| Vitamin E (min.) | 500 IU/kg |
| Ascorbic Acid* (Vitamin C) (min.) | 95 ppm |
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small & Mini Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe provides complete and balanced nutrition for growing puppies and gestating/lactating adult female 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 Dog | Growth <4 months (Pregnancy weeks 7–9) | Growth 4–9 months (Pregnancy weeks 5–6) | Growth 10–12 months (Pregnancy weeks 1–4) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.9kg | 1/2 cup (55g) | 3/8 cup (40g) | 1/3 cup (35g) |
| 2.3kg | 7/8 cup (95g) | 3/4 cup (85g) | 5/8 cup (70g) |
| 3.6kg | 1 1/3 cup (145g) | 1 1/8 cup (125g) | 7/8 cup (95g) |
| 4.5kg | 1 1/2 cup (165g) | 1 1/3 cup (145g) | 1 cup (110g) |
| 6.8kg | 2 1/8 cup (235g) | 1 3/4 cup (195g) | 1 3/8 cup (150g) |
| 9.1kg | 2 2/3 cup (295g) | 2 1/4 cup (250g) | 1 3/4 cup (195g) |
| 11.3kg | 3 cup (330g) | 2 2/3 cup (295g) | 2 cup (220g) |
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.
Developed by a team of PhD nutritionists and veterinarians
DHA from fish oil for healthy brain & eye development
High-quality protein for building lean muscles
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
Our Chihuahua loves these! Nice and small and keeps his coat beautiful
All orders are dispatched from Petdirect’s Auckland and Christchurch warehouses, offering fast, reliable delivery throughout New Zealand.
Free shipping on orders $79.00 and over
Flat $5.90 delivery for smaller orders
This is ideal for urgent pet supply needs within the Auckland and Christchurch regions.
Available in eligible Auckland and Christchurch suburbs only.
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You have 30 days to return products in original condition if you change your mind. Courier costs apply for change-of-mind returns.
If we made a mistake or your order is faulty or damaged, we’ll make it right — and cover the return shipping.
In-person returns are welcome at our Auckland store or Christchurch warehouse (by appointment).
See our full returns & refunds policy for more detail