Science Diet is built around chicken and grains. Chicken appears in 48 of the 54 kibbles, with egg in 10, lamb in 5 and fish in 4. Barley, brown rice and brewers rice are the usual grains near the top of the lists. Only one kibble and one wet food are grain free, and 35 kibbles contain peas or lentils. The recipes split by life stage (puppy, adult, 6+, 7+ and 11+), by kibble and breed size, and by purpose, with ranges sold for weight, sensitive stomachs, digestion and mobility.
Kibble protein runs from 15.5% to 28.8%, as fed, with a line average of 20.5% against a catalog kibble average of 26.9%. Estimated starch runs from 32.5% to 54% and averages 46.6%, against 37.4% for the catalog. Calories average 355 kcal per cup, compared with 395. The 6 wet foods average 4.5% protein, while the catalog wet average is 8.3%.
Owners after high meat content will find most of these recipes below the catalog on protein and above it on starch. Only the two large breed Perfect Weight kibbles come in under the catalog starch average. On the plus side, the same base formulas come in many kibble sizes, so it is easy to stay with one recipe as a dog ages or to match the bite size to the dog.
All figures as fed, from the guaranteed analysis on each label. Starch is our estimate, since no bag prints it. Highest in the line is marked in bold, lowest in italics.
28.8% protein · 11.2% fat · 33.7% starch · 289 kcal/cup · Adult
This recipe has the most protein in the line at 28.8%, and it is the only kibble here above the 26.9% catalog kibble average. With 33.7% estimated starch and 289 kcal per cup, it is made for large breed adults managing weight.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Large Breed Chicken Recipe25% protein · 15.5% fat · 39.5% starch · 405 kcal/cup · Puppy
This is the only puppy recipe sold for sensitive stomachs and skin. It leads with salmon and chicken meal and lists 25% protein and 15.5% fat, and it has the highest calorie density among the kibbles at 3,857 kcal per kg, or 405 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Sensitive Stomach & Skin Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe25% protein · 16.7% fat · 40.8% starch · 393 kcal/cup · Adult
At 16.7%, this recipe has the most fat in the line, along with 25% protein and 40.8% estimated starch, which sets it apart from the other sensitive stomach chicken kibbles. Fiber is only 1.5%, and it suits adult dogs that prefer a small bite.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Small Bites Chicken Recipe25% protein · 15% fat · 41% starch · 374 kcal/cup · Puppy
This small bite puppy kibble ties for the most protein among the puppy kibbles at 25%, and chicken meal, wheat, barley, sorghum and corn come first. It lists 41% estimated starch and 374 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Small Bites Chicken & Barley Recipe24.5% protein · 15.5% fat · 40% starch · 434 kcal/cup · Puppy
This puppy recipe has the most calories in the line at 434 kcal per cup, with 24.5% protein and 15.5% fat. It is labeled no corn, wheat or soy and lists chicken, brown rice, barley and oats first.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat, Soy24.5% protein · 12% fat · 44.5% starch · 382 kcal/cup · Puppy
This is the only puppy recipe built on lamb meal, and it adds egg. It lists 24.5% protein, 12% fat and 44.5% estimated starch, and it is made for large breed puppies at 382 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe24.5% protein · 15.5% fat · 41% starch · 397 kcal/cup · Puppy
Made for small breed puppies, this recipe lists chicken meal, wheat, sorghum and chicken fat first, with 24.5% protein and 15.5% fat. At 397 kcal per cup, it has more calories per cup than the Small Bites puppy recipe.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Small Paws Chicken Meal, Barley & Brown Rice Recipe24% protein · 8% fat · 39% starch · 298 kcal/cup · Adult
The small and mini version of Perfect Weight lists 24% protein, 8% fat, 13% fiber and 39% estimated starch at 298 kcal per cup. It has far more fiber than the standard Perfect Weight Chicken (5%) and is made for small adult dogs on a weight plan.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Small & Mini Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe24% protein · 8% fat · 47% starch · 298 kcal/cup · Adult
The standard Perfect Weight kibble has the same 24% protein and 8% fat as its small dog versions but only 5% fiber. Its 47% estimated starch is the highest of the Perfect Weight recipes, at 298 kcal per cup, and it is made for adult weight management.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Chicken Recipe24% protein · 9% fat · 38% starch · 291 kcal/cup · Adult
Unlike the other Light kibbles, this one leads with chicken rather than chicken meal, and it lists 24% protein, 9% fat and 38% estimated starch. At 291 kcal per cup, it is made for small and mini adult dogs.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Light Small & Mini Chicken Recipe24% protein · 11% fat · 46% starch · 363 kcal/cup · Puppy
Made for large breed puppies, this recipe lists chicken meal, whole grain wheat, oats and sorghum first, with 24% protein. Its 11% fat and 363 kcal per cup are the lowest among the puppy kibbles.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Chicken Meal & Oats Recipe24% protein · 8% fat · 39% starch · 316 kcal/cup · Adult
Perfect Weight in small bites lists 24% protein, 13% fiber and 39% estimated starch, the same as the Small & Mini version. At 316 kcal per cup, though, it has the most calories per cup of the Perfect Weight kibbles, and corn gluten meal is in its first five ingredients.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Small Bites Chicken Recipe23% protein · 10.5% fat · 32.5% starch · 300 kcal/cup · Adult
This recipe has the least estimated starch in the line at 32.5% and the most fiber at 18%, with powdered cellulose in its first five ingredients. It is made for large breed adults and sold for weight and joint support, at 300 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight & Joint Support Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe23% protein · 15% fat · 41% starch · 374 kcal/cup · Puppy
The standard puppy kibble lists chicken, brown rice, whole grain wheat and chicken meal first, with 23% protein, 15% fat and 5% fiber. It has 41% estimated starch and 374 kcal per cup and suits puppies of all breed sizes.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Chicken Meal & Barley Recipe22.4% protein · 14.5% fat · 45.9% starch · 341 kcal/cup · Senior
Among the 7+ kibbles, this small and mini senior recipe stands out with 22.4% protein and 14.5% fat, and it has the lowest fiber in the line at 1.2%. Yellow peas are the third ingredient, and it lists 341 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Senior Vitality Small & Mini Chicken & Rice Recipe22% protein · 12% fat · 46% starch · 385 kcal/cup · Adult
This is the only recipe with dried black soldier fly larvae, which it pairs with pollock meal and no chicken. It is sold for sensitive stomachs and skin, lists 22% protein, 46% estimated starch, whole grain corn and sorghum, and suits owners who want a fish and insect protein base.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Pollock Meal & Insect Recipe21% protein · 12% fat · 47% starch · 393 kcal/cup · Adult
In this large breed version of Sensitive Stomach & Skin, brewers rice comes second, ahead of chicken meal and yellow peas. It lists 21% protein, 47% estimated starch and 393 kcal per cup, and it suits large adult dogs.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Large Breed Chicken Recipe21% protein · 12% fat · 47% starch · 380 kcal/cup · Adult
The small and mini Sensitive Stomach & Skin kibble has 21% protein and 47% estimated starch. Its 380 kcal per cup is the lowest among the chicken-based sensitive recipes, and it is made for small adult dogs.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Small & Mini Chicken Recipe21% protein · 12% fat · 47% starch · 391 kcal/cup · Adult
The core Sensitive Stomach & Skin kibble lists chicken, chicken meal and yellow peas first, with 21% protein, 12% fat and 47% estimated starch. At 391 kcal per cup, it suits owners who want the sensitive range in a standard kibble size.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken Recipe20.6% protein · 10.7% fat · 48.7% starch · 369 kcal/cup · Adult
The standard chicken Perfect Digestion kibble lists 20.6% protein, 48.7% estimated starch and 369 kcal per cup, with whole grain oats fifth. It has no peas or lentils, unlike the salmon version, and suits adult dogs in a regular kibble size.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Chicken, Brown Rice & Whole Oats Recipe20.6% protein · 10.7% fat · 48.7% starch · 368 kcal/cup · Adult
This large breed Perfect Digestion recipe has the same 20.6% protein and 48.7% estimated starch as the standard chicken version, at 368 kcal per cup. It is made for large adult dogs and has no peas or lentils.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken, Brown Rice & Whole Oats Recipe20.5% protein · 14% fat · 46% starch · 400 kcal/cup · Adult
Unlike its chicken line mates in the sensitive range, this adult salmon recipe has no peas or lentils. Salmon, brown rice and brewers rice come first, and it lists 20.5% protein, 14% fat and 400 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Salmon & Brown Rice Recipe20.5% protein · 11% fat · 48.5% starch · 341 kcal/cup · Adult
The only Perfect Digestion recipe built on salmon lists salmon, barley, brown rice and brewers rice first, and it also contains chicken and peas or lentils. It has 20.5% protein, 48.5% estimated starch and 341 kcal per cup, the fewest per cup among the adult Perfect Digestion kibbles.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Salmon, Whole Oats, and Brown Rice Recipe20.5% protein · 13% fat · 46.5% starch · 407 kcal/cup · Adult
The only grain-free kibble in the line replaces grains with yellow peas, potatoes and potato starch, with chicken first. It lists 20.5% protein, 46.5% estimated starch and 407 kcal per cup, for owners who want a grain-free option within Science Diet.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Grain-Free Chicken & Potato Recipe20% protein · 13% fat · 47% starch · 391 kcal/cup · Adult
Sold for sensitive stomachs and skin, this recipe lists chicken, chicken meal, yellow peas and barley first, and it also contains egg. Its 20% protein is slightly below the 21% of the Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken Recipe, and it has the same 47% estimated starch and 391 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken & Barley Recipe20% protein · 5.5% fat · 44% starch · 243 kcal/cup · Adult
The large breed Light kibble is made for big adult dogs on fewer calories, at 243 kcal per cup and 2,961 kcal per kg. It lists 20% protein, 14% fiber and 44% estimated starch, with chicken meal first.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Large Breed Light with Chicken Meal & Barley20% protein · 11.5% fat · 48.5% starch · 365 kcal/cup · Adult
This small bite version of the adult chicken and barley recipe has the same 20% protein, 48.5% estimated starch and 365 kcal per cup. It lists 3,683 kcal per kg and suits adult dogs that prefer smaller kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 1-6 Small Bites Chicken & Barley Recipe20% protein · 11% fat · 49% starch · 359 kcal/cup · Adult
The small bite Perfect Digestion kibble lists 20% protein, 11% fat and 49% estimated starch at 359 kcal per cup. Chicken, barley, brown rice, brewers rice and oats come first, and it suits adult dogs that prefer smaller pieces.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Perfect Digestion Small Bites Chicken, Brown Rice & Whole Oats Recipe20% protein · 11.5% fat · 48.5% starch · 365 kcal/cup · Adult
The basic adult chicken and barley kibble has 20% protein, 11.5% fat and 48.5% estimated starch at 365 kcal per cup. It includes whole grain wheat but no peas or lentils, and it suits healthy adult dogs aged 1 to 6.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 1-6 Chicken & Barley Recipe20% protein · 5.5% fat · 44% starch · 243 kcal/cup · Adult
Small Paws Light is made for small breed adults and lists 243 kcal per cup, 5.5% fat and 44% estimated starch. Chicken meal is its only animal protein, and it contains peas or lentils.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small Paws Light with Chicken Meal & Barley20% protein · 12.5% fat · 47.5% starch · 371 kcal/cup · Adult
Despite the chicken meal in its name, this Small Paws recipe lists chicken first, followed by brown rice, whole grain wheat and whole grain corn. It has 20% protein, 47.5% estimated starch and 371 kcal per cup, with no peas or lentils, for small breed adults.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small Paws Chicken Meal & Rice Recipe20% protein · 11.5% fat · 48.5% starch · 365 kcal/cup · Adult
The large breed form of the chicken and barley recipe matches the standard version at 20% protein, 48.5% estimated starch and 365 kcal per cup. It suits owners of large adult dogs who want that formula in a large breed kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe20% protein · 5.5% fat · 44% starch · 243 kcal/cup · Adult
This small bite Light kibble has the same 243 kcal per cup, 5.5% fat and 20% protein as the standard Light recipe. It suits adult dogs on reduced calories that prefer a smaller piece.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Light Small Bites with Chicken Meal & Barley20% protein · 5.5% fat · 44% starch · 243 kcal/cup · Adult
The standard Light kibble lists 243 kcal per cup, tied for the fewest in the line, with 5.5% fat and 14% fiber. Chicken meal, barley, wheat and corn lead the list, and it is sold for adult dogs needing fewer calories.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Light with Chicken Meal & Barley20% protein · 11% fat · 41% starch · 272 kcal/cup · Adult
Sold for dental care, this recipe has 12% fiber and lists 272 kcal per cup, fewer than most standard adult kibbles in the line. Chicken, brown rice, wheat and corn come first, with 20% protein and 41% estimated starch.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Oral Care Chicken, Rice & Barley Recipe19.5% protein · 12.5% fat · 49% starch · 370 kcal/cup · Adult
This is the lamb meal recipe in small bites, with the same 19.5% protein and 49% estimated starch as the standard version, at 370 kcal per cup. Lamb is its only animal protein, so it suits adult dogs that need small kibble and are kept off chicken.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 1-6 Small Bites Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe19.5% protein · 12.5% fat · 49% starch · 369 kcal/cup · Adult
Lamb meal leads this adult recipe, followed by brown rice, brewers rice, sorghum and wheat, and no chicken is listed. It has 19.5% protein, 49% estimated starch and 369 kcal per cup, for owners who want a lamb-based kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 1-6 Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe19.5% protein · 12.5% fat · 49% starch · 369 kcal/cup · Adult
The Small Paws lamb recipe is made for small breed adults and lists lamb meal as its only animal protein. It has 19.5% protein, 12.5% fat and 49% estimated starch at 369 kcal per cup, with no peas or lentils.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small Paws Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe19.3% protein · 12.5% fat · 49.2% starch · 390 kcal/cup · Adult
The large breed no corn, wheat or soy kibble matches the standard adult version at 19.3% protein, 12.5% fat and 390 kcal per cup. It is made for large adult dogs whose owners want to avoid corn, wheat and soy.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat, Soy19.3% protein · 12.5% fat · 49.2% starch · 390 kcal/cup · Adult
This adult recipe is labeled no corn, wheat or soy and lists chicken, brown rice, brewers rice and barley first. It contains peas or lentils and has 19.3% protein, 49.2% estimated starch and 390 kcal per cup, for owners who skip corn and wheat.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 1-6 Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat, Soy19% protein · 12.5% fat · 49.5% starch · 389 kcal/cup · Adult
The small bite no corn, wheat or soy recipe lists 19% protein and 49.5% estimated starch, slightly more starch than its adult and large breed mates. At 389 kcal per cup, it suits adult dogs that prefer smaller kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small Bites No Corn, Wheat, Soy Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe19% protein · 12% fat · 50% starch · 369 kcal/cup · Adult
Unlike the other adult lamb kibbles, the large breed lamb recipe lists corn protein meal in its first five ingredients, with 19% protein and 50% estimated starch. It suits large adult dogs whose owners want lamb rather than chicken.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Large Breed Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipe18% protein · 11% fat · 51% starch · 378 kcal/cup · Senior
This is the only recipe in the line labeled 11+, made for the oldest small dogs, and it lists chicken, brown rice, brewers rice and whole grain wheat first. It has 18% protein, 51% estimated starch and 378 kcal per cup, with no peas or lentils.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 11+ Small Paws Chicken Meal, Barley & Brown Rice Recipe18% protein · 12% fat · 49% starch · 361 kcal/cup · Adult
This large breed adult recipe is sold for mobility and leads with chicken meal, barley and brown rice. Its 12% moisture is the highest among the kibbles, and it has 18% protein, 49% estimated starch and 361 kcal per cup.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Healthy Mobility Large Breed Chicken Meal, Brown Rice & Barley17.5% protein · 11% fat · 51.5% starch · 361 kcal/cup · Adult
The small bite Healthy Mobility kibble lists 17.5% protein and 51.5% estimated starch, slightly more starch than the large breed version, at 361 kcal per cup. It is sold for mobility in adult dogs that prefer smaller pieces.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Healthy Mobility Small Bites Chicken Meal, Brown Rice & Barley17% protein · 10% fat · 53% starch · 381 kcal/cup · Adult
This 7+ recipe is labeled no corn, wheat or soy and lists chicken, barley, brown rice and brewers rice first. It has 17% protein and 53% estimated starch, and its 381 kcal per cup is more than any other 7+ kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat, Soy17% protein · 10% fat · 53% starch · 381 kcal/cup · Adult
This 6+ large breed recipe is labeled no corn, wheat or soy, and whole grain oats and chicken meal follow chicken and brown rice. It lists 17% protein and 53% estimated starch, and our data marks it as discontinued.
We believe this recipe has been discontinued.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 6+ Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat, Soy17% protein · 9% fat · 54% starch · 362 kcal/cup · Adult
This 7+ Perfect Digestion kibble lists chicken, barley and whole grain oats first, with 17% protein, 9% fat and 54% estimated starch. At 362 kcal per cup and with no peas or lentils, it suits older dogs that eat a standard kibble size.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Perfect Digestion Chicken, Whole Oats & Brown Rice Recipe17% protein · 9% fat · 54% starch · 352 kcal/cup · Adult
The small bite version of 7+ Perfect Digestion matches its standard line mate at 17% protein and 54% estimated starch but lists 352 kcal per cup instead of 362. It suits older dogs that do better with a small kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Perfect Digestion Small Bites Chicken, Whole Oats & Brown Rice Recipe17% protein · 10.5% fat · 53% starch · 359 kcal/cup · Senior
Senior Vitality lists egg product in its first five ingredients, after chicken, brown rice, barley and whole grain corn. It has 17% protein, 53% estimated starch and 359 kcal per cup, and it is made for dogs 7 and older.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Senior Vitality Chicken & Rice Recipe15.5% protein · 10.5% fat · 54% starch · 352 kcal/cup · Adult
This 6+ large breed recipe ties for the lowest protein in the line at 15.5% and the highest estimated starch at 54%, and it leads with chicken meal, barley and brewers rice. It contains whole grain wheat and corn but no peas or lentils.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 6+ Large Breed Chicken Meal, Barley & Rice Recipe15.5% protein · 10.5% fat · 54% starch · 353 kcal/cup · Senior
This is the 7+ chicken meal recipe in small bites, with 15.5% protein, 54% estimated starch and 353 kcal per cup. It is tagged for seniors, contains peas or lentils, and suits older dogs that need a smaller kibble.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Small Bites Chicken Meal, Barley & Rice Recipe15.5% protein · 10% fat · 52.5% starch · 362 kcal/cup · Adult
This 7+ Small Paws recipe has 15.5% protein and 6% fiber, more fiber than the other 7+ chicken meal kibbles, with 52.5% estimated starch. Brown rice joins barley and brewers rice near the top of the list, and it suits small dogs over 7.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Small Paws Chicken Meal, Barley & Brown Rice Recipe15.5% protein · 10.5% fat · 54% starch · 352 kcal/cup · Adult
The standard 7+ chicken meal recipe has 15.5% protein and 54% estimated starch, with chicken meal, barley, brewers rice, wheat and corn first. Unlike the 6+ large breed recipe with the same figures, it contains peas or lentils, and it suits older dogs of all sizes.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Chicken Meal, Barley & Rice Recipe| Recipe | Protein | Fat | Moisture | Kcal / kg | First ingredients |
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| Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables | 5.5% | 3% | 82% | 901 | Water, Chicken, Pork Liver |
| Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Chicken & Barley Entrée | 5.2% | 3% | 78% | 996 | Water, Chicken, Pork Liver |
| Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken & Vegetable Entrée | 5% | 3% | 78% | 1,029 | Chicken Broth, Chicken, Turkey |
| Hill’s Science Diet Adult Light | 5% | 1.7% | 78% | -- | Water, Whole Grain Corn, Pork By-Products |
| Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Senior Vitality Small & Mini Chicken & Vegetable Stew | 3% | 2% | 85% | -- | Chicken Broth, Chicken, Pork Liver |
| Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Healthy Cuisine Braised Beef, Carrots & Peas Stew | 3% | 1.8% | 84% | 727 | Beef Broth, Red Bell Pepper, Beef |
| Line average | 4.5% | 2.4% | 80.8% | 913 |
All figures as fed, from the guaranteed analysis on each label. Wet food is mostly water, so compare it with other wet food only. Highest in the line is marked in bold, lowest in italics.
5.5% protein · 3% fat · 327 kcal/can · Puppy
The only puppy wet food has the most protein among the wet recipes at 5.5%, with chicken, pork liver and pork kidney among its first ingredients. It contains grain, potato, and peas or lentils, and lists 327 kcal per can.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Puppy Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables5.2% protein · 3% fat · 163 kcal/can · Adult
This is the only adult wet recipe made for small breeds, and it lists chicken, pork liver, whole grain corn and barley with no peas, lentils or potato. It has 5.2% protein and 163 kcal per can.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Chicken & Barley Entrée5% protein · 3% fat · 373 kcal/can · Adult
This is the only grain-free wet recipe and the only wet food with turkey. It is sold for sensitive stomachs and skin, lists potato starch and contains peas or lentils, and has the most calories among the wet foods at 373 kcal per can and 1,029 kcal per kg.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken & Vegetable Entrée5% protein · 1.7% fat · Adult
Adult Light is the only wet recipe with pork as its sole animal protein, and whole grain corn, pork by-products and soybean mill run are near the top of the list. It is sold as a light recipe and lists 1.7% fat and 4.5% fiber, the lowest fat and highest fiber among the wet foods.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult Light3% protein · 2% fat · 126 kcal/can · Senior
This small and mini senior stew starts with chicken broth, chicken, pork liver, rice and carrots, and has no peas, lentils or potato. It lists 3% protein and 126 kcal per can, so it suits small senior dogs on wet food or getting a topper.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Senior Vitality Small & Mini Chicken & Vegetable Stew3% protein · 1.8% fat · 257 kcal/can · Senior
This 7+ stew is the only wet recipe led by beef, starting with beef broth, red bell pepper and beef. It has the lowest calorie density among the wet foods at 727 kcal per kg, with 3% protein, and is made for senior dogs.
Full review of Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Healthy Cuisine Braised Beef, Carrots & Peas StewAlmost none of it is. The only grain-free recipes are the Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Grain-Free Chicken & Potato kibble and the wet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Chicken & Vegetable Entrée. Every other recipe contains grains such as barley, brown rice, wheat or corn.
Among the kibbles, Adult Perfect Weight Large Breed Chicken Recipe has the most at 28.8%. Among the wet foods, Puppy Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables leads at 5.5%.
Many recipes do: 35 of the 54 kibbles and 4 of the 6 wet foods contain peas or lentils. Recipes without them include Adult Perfect Digestion Chicken, Brown Rice & Whole Oats, Adult 1-6 Lamb Meal & Brown Rice and Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Salmon & Brown Rice.
Protein runs lower than the average kibble we review (22.8% vs 30.1% on a dry matter basis).
Starch is higher than average, at 47% of the food as fed.
95% of recipes lead with a meat, fish or egg ingredient (89% across the site).
3% of recipes are grain-free.
this range, lowest to highest its average average of all 3,205 foods we review
Starch is our estimate from the guaranteed analysis, since no manufacturer prints it. How we work it out
Share of recipes that list each animal protein as an ingredient, not counting oils, fats or flavorings. Useful if your dog has a food sensitivity.
These are not unsafe. They are listed because readers ask about them.
MOST PROTEIN
Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Large Breed Chicken Recipe Dry Dog Food
32.0% dry matter
LEAST STARCH
Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight & Joint Support Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
33% as fed
FEWEST CALORIES
Hill’s Science Diet Adult Large Breed Light with Chicken Meal & Barley Dry Dog Food
243 kcal per cup
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