Cats and dogs can undergo significant metabolic changes when recovering from surgery, illness or injury. While under these stressful conditions, your pet is challenged to maintain their strong natural defenses which make it even more important to feed the right food to help your pet bounce back from these tough situations.
Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians developed Prescription Diet a/d, clinically tested nutrition specially formulated for dogs and cats recovering from a debilitative state. Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how Prescription Diet foods can help your dog continue to enjoy a happy and active life.
Prescription Diet a/d is formulated with the following benefits:
-High levels of high quality and highly digestible protein and fat to meet increased energy needs
-High levels of clinically proven antioxidants to support immune system and offset oxidative stress
-Increased levels of B vitamins and zinc to support convalescence, skin recovery and natural body defenses
-Increased potassium to combat depletion
-Exceptional palatability to stimulate appetite in sick inappetent pets and encourage early feeding
-Smooth, soft, moist and thixotropic consistency (stirring makes it more liquid) for maximum flexibility in feeding - by hand, bowl, spoon, syringe or tube"}" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":14721,"3":{"1":0,"3":1},"10":2,"11":4,"14":{"1":3,"3":1},"15":"Calibri","16":11}">Description:
For the nutritional support of pets recovering from surgery, illness or injury. Cats and dogs can undergo significant metabolic changes when recovering from surgery, illness or injury. While under these stressful conditions, your pet is challenged to maintain their strong natural defences which make it even more important to feed the right food to help your pet bounce back from these tough situations. Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians developed Prescription Diet a/d, clinically tested nutrition specially formulated for dogs and cats recovering from a debilitative state. Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how Prescription Diet foods can help your dog continue to enjoy a happy and active life. Prescription Diet a/d is formulated with the following benefits:
Cats and dogs can undergo significant metabolic changes when recovering from surgery, illness or injury. While under these stressful conditions, your pet is challenged to maintain their strong natural defenses which make it even more important to feed the right food to help your pet bounce back from these tough situations.
Hill’s nutritionists and veterinarians developed Prescription Diet a/d, clinically tested nutrition specially formulated for dogs and cats recovering from a debilitative state. Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how Prescription Diet foods can help your dog continue to enjoy a happy and active life.
Prescription Diet a/d is formulated with the following benefits:
-High levels of high quality and highly digestible protein and fat to meet increased energy needs
-High levels of clinically proven antioxidants to support immune system and offset oxidative stress
-Increased levels of B vitamins and zinc to support convalescence, skin recovery and natural body defenses
-Increased potassium to combat depletion
-Exceptional palatability to stimulate appetite in sick inappetent pets and encourage early feeding
-Smooth, soft, moist and thixotropic consistency (stirring makes it more liquid) for maximum flexibility in feeding - by hand, bowl, spoon, syringe or tube"}" data-sheets-userformat="{"2":14721,"3":{"1":0,"3":1},"10":2,"11":4,"14":{"1":3,"3":1},"15":"Calibri","16":11}">Key Benefits:
Water, Turkey Liver, Pork Liver, Chicken, Turkey Heart, Corn Flour, Pork Protein Isolate, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Chicken Liver Flavor, Egg Flavor, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Guar Gum, Taurine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Potassium Citrate, Choline Chloride, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Magnesium Oxide, Beta-Carotene.
Nutrient | Dry Matter % |
Protein | 44 |
Fat | 33.2 |
Crude Fiber | 0.4 |
Carbohydrate / NFE | 13.2 |
Calcium | 1.2 |
Phosphorous | 1.15 |
Sodium | 0.87 |
Potassium | 1.15 |
Magnesium | 0.089 |
Taurine | 0.86 |
Carnitine | 82.8 ppm |
Vitamin E | 668 IU/kg |
Total Omega-3 FA | 2.43 |
Total Omega-6 FA | 6.73 |
Arginine | 2.75 |
Ash | 9.2 |
Beta-Carotene | 0.62 ppm |
BCAA Total | 7.42 |
Glutamine + Glutamate | 5.69 |
Vitamin A | 203396 IU/kg |
Vitamin D | 1648 IU/kg |
Individual requirements may vary depending on pre-existing nutritional status and medical condition. In patients where normal G.I. function has been compromised by anorexia, a three-day transitional feeding strategy may be necessary.
Day One: 1/3 of daily caloric intake with 2/3 water dilution
Day Two: 2/3 of daily caloric intake with 1/3 water dilution
Day Three: Entire daily caloric intake
Select a feeding schedule based on the following patient criteria:
Schedule 1: Cage Rest
Schedule 2: Surgery, Sepsis, Cancer, Trauma, Fever, Feline Hepatic Lipidosis
Schedule 3: Severe Burn, Injury or Head Trauma
Weight of Animal | Schedule 1 in Milliliters | Schedule 2 in Milliliters | Schedule 3 in Milliliters |
5 lb (2.3 kg) | 110 ml | 132 ml | 176 ml |
8 lb (3.6 kg) | 157 ml | 188 ml | 251 ml |
10 lb (4.5 kg) | 185 ml | 222 ml | 296 ml |
15 lb (6.8 kg) | 251 ml | 301 ml | 402 ml |
20 lb (9.1 kg) | 311 ml | 374 ml | 498 ml |
30 lb (14 kg) | 422 ml | 507 ml | 675 ml |
40 lb (18 kg) | 524 ml | 628 ml | 838 ml |
50 lb (23 kg) | 619 ml | 743 ml | 991 ml |
60 lb (27 kg) | 710 ml | 852 ml | 1136 ml |
70 lb (32 kg) | 797 ml | 956 ml | 1275 ml |
80 lb (36 kg) | 881 ml | 1057 ml | 1409 ml |
90 lb (41 kg) | 962 ml | 1155 ml | 1539 ml |
100 lb (45 kg) | 1041 ml | 1250 ml | 1666 ml |
Hill’s Prescription Diet has combined the expertise of more than 220 veterinarians, scientists and pet nutritionists to deliver the best nutrition-based solutions that help you recapture a normal, vibrant life together.
Alongside your veterinarian’s recommendation, the Hill’s Prescription Diet range can help support your pet’s weight, mobility, kidney, digestive, urinary or skin and coat health.
Learn more about Hill's Prescription Diet food.
Developed by a team
of PhD nutritionists
and veterinarians.
Nutrition clinically tested for a range of conditions unique to each pet.
Available in both dry & wet for added variety.
Check with your vet before making changes to your pet's diet.
We all want our pets to be healthy, but if your vet identifies specialised nutritional needs for your cat, you can rely on Hill’s Prescription Diet foods to help you care for them with every bite.
Every food is formulated with innovative nutritional science to help your cat get back to living their best life, no matter what condition your cat is facing.
BIOLOGY-BASED
NUTRITION
CLINICALLY TESTED NUTRITIONAL SOLUTIONS TO HELP TRANSFORM YOUR CAT'S LIFE
DENTAL
Clinically proven nutrition to reduce plaque, stain & tartar buildup
KIDNEY
Clinical nutrition to support your cat's kidney function proven to improve & lengthen quality of life.
WEIGHT
Nutrition specially formulated to support healthy weight loss and maintenance
URINARY
Clinical nutrition specifically formulated to support your pet's urinary health
GI
Clinical nutrition to help promote growth of beneficial gut bacteria and improve stool quality and digestive health