DESCRIPTION
Just like the human obesity epidemic, over 50% of the pet population is overweight. Even a little extra weight can impact the pets quality of life and relationship with family because that extra weight can reduce play time, impact mobility and affect the lifelong general health of your cat.
Hill's nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet r/d clinical nutrition specially formulated to support cats' weight loss. In fact, r/d nutrition is clinically tested for healthy weight loss in just 4 weeks.
How it helps:
- Helps metabolize fat and maintain lean muscle
- Helps your cat feel full & satisfied
- Supports a healthy immune system
How it works:
- Therapeutic L-carnitine levels
- Optimal blend of soluble & insoluble fiber
- Clinically proven antioxidants
Additional info:
Hill's Prescription Diet r/d Dry Cat Food is intended for intermittent feeding only and is not recommended for long-term feeding (over 6 months). Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how our Prescription Diet foods can help your cat to continue to enjoy a happy and active life.
INGREDIENTS
Brewers Rice, Chicken By-Product Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Chicken Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, Potassium Sulfate, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Taurine, Glyceryl Monostearate, Potassium 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), Iodized Salt, L-Carnitine, L-Threonine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene
FEEDING GUIDE
Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian.
For best results:
- Gradually transition to this new food for 7 days or more.
- Exclusively feed the recommended Prescription Diet dry and wet foods.
- Keep fresh water available at all times.
- Have your veterinarian monitor your pet's condition.
- To prevent suffocation, keep the packaging out of the reach of pets & children
Weight Control
| Target Weight of Cat | Weight Loss | Weight Management |
| 6 lb (2,7 kg) | 1/2 cup (45 g) | 2/3 cup (60 g) |
| 8 lb (3,6 kg) | 5/8 cup (55 g) | 7/8 cup (75 g) |
| 10 lb (4,5 kg) | 2/3 cup (60 g) | 1 cup (90 g) |
| 12 lb (5,4 kg) | 3/4 cup (65 g) | 1 1/8 cups (100 g) |
| 14 lb (6,4 kg) | 7/8 cup (75 g) | 1 1/3 cups (115 g) |
| 16 lb (7,3 kg) | 1 cup (90 g) | 1 1/2 cups (130 g) |
| 18 lb (8,2 kg) | 1 cup (90 g) | 1 5/8 cups (145 g) |
This product is intended for intermittent feeding only.
AVERAGE NUTRIENT & CALORIC CONTENT
3018 kcal/kg (265 kcal/cup†)
| Nutrient | Dry Matter1 % |
| Protein | 35.5 % |
| Fat | 8.7 % |
| Carbohydrate / NFE | 35.4 % |
| Crude Fiber | 14.2 % |
| Calcium | 0.99 % |
| Phosphorus | 0.73 % |
| Potassium | 0.78 % |
| Sodium | 0.33 % |
| Magnesium | 0.072 % |
| Taurine | 0.34 % |
| Vitamin C | 125 ppm |
| Vitamin E | 607 IU/kg |
| Carnitine | 535.4 ppm |
References
1The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.
†An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of r/d Dry Cat Food contains 3.1 oz. by weight.
