

Supports Kidney Health & Appetite in Adult Cats
Product Description
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d with Chicken is a clinical dry food made specifically to help adult cats dealing with kidney issues. It uses low amounts of phosphorus and salt to take the pressure off the kidneys so they can work better. The recipe also includes ActivBiome+ and special technology to jumpstart a cat's appetite, which helps with digestion, encourages them to eat more, and keeps their muscles and body healthy.
Benefits
- Kidney Support: Helps protect kidney function by reducing phosphorus and sodium levels, minimizing strain on damaged kidneys.
- Gut Health Support: The ActivBiome+ prebiotic mix helps keep the gut microbiome balanced, which reduces the buildup of harmful toxins that can impact kidney health.
- Appetite Stimulation: This formula uses Enhanced Appetite Trigger technology to encourage cats to eat, especially those with lower apettite due to kidney issues.
- Muscle Maintenance: It contains premium protein and vital amino acids to help your cat stay strong and maintain healthy muscle mass.
- Urinary Protection: The S+OXSHIELD formula helps keep the urinary system healthy, lowering the chance of painful crystals developing.
Variants
4 lb
8.5 lb
Ingredients
Chicken, Brown Rice, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Pea Protein, Egg Product, Chicken Liver Flavor, Powdered Cellulose, Fish Oil, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, Soybean Oil, L-Threonine, Potassium Citrate, L-Arginine, L-Lysine, Betaine, Calcium Carbonate, Whole Grain Oats, Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, Fructooligosaccharides, Potassium Chloride, Vitamins, Taurine, Minerals, L-Carnitine, L-Tryptophan, Mixed Tocopherols, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
Guaranteed Analysis
Nutrient |
Amount |
Protein |
28.9% |
Fat |
23% |
Carbohydrate |
39.4% |
Crude Fiber |
3.1% |
Calcium |
0.83% |
Phosphorus |
0.54% |
Potassium |
0.74% |
Sodium |
0.26% |
Magnesium |
0.078% |
Taurine |
0.25% |
Omega-3 Fatty Acids |
0.93% |
How to Use
Recommended-Usage Chart
Weight of Cat |
Amount per Day (cups) |
Amount per Day (grams) |
6 lb (2.7 kg) |
1/3 cup |
45 g |
8 lb (3.6 kg) |
3/8 cup |
50 g |
10 lb (4.5 kg) |
1/2 cup |
65 g |
12 lb (5.4 kg) |
5/8 cup |
80 g |
14 lb (6.4 kg) |
5/8 cup |
80 g |
16 lb (7.3 kg) |
3/4 cup |
95 g |
18 lb (8.2 kg) |
3/4 cup |
95 g |
Usage Instructions
- Gradual Transition: Transition to this food over 7 days or longer to avoid digestive upset and ensure acceptance.
- Exclusive Feeding: Feed only this prescribed diet and avoid mixing with non-prescription foods for optimal clinical benefits.
- Fresh Water Access: Always provide clean, fresh water to support hydration and kidney function in affected cats.
- Veterinary Supervision: Use this prescription diet only under veterinary guidance with regular monitoring of your cat’s condition.
- Consistent Feeding: Long-term and consistent feeding is essential to achieve and maintain the intended kidney health benefits.
Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before administering or adjusting any supplement for your pet.
Additional Information
Precautions
- Prescription Requirement: This diet is intended for use only when recommended by a veterinarian based on your cat's specific health needs.
- Monitor Condition: Regular checkups with your vet are necessary to check how the kidneys are working and to adjust the feeding amount if needed.
- Proper Transition: Switching foods too quickly can cause stomach issues, so it is highly recommended to change the diet gradually.
- Avoid Overfeeding: Be sure to follow the feeding instructions closely to prevent your cat from gaining too much weight or getting the wrong balance of nutrients.
Possible Side Effects
- Digestive Upset: Switching foods too quickly without a slow transition can cause minor stomach problems, such as vomiting or diarrhea.
- Appetite Changes: Some cats might have appetite changes during transition, but they usually adjust once they get used to the new food.
Storage Information
- Store Properly: Keep this product in a cool and dry location to ensure it stays fresh and retains its nutritional value.
- Keep Away Safely: Store the bag in a spot where children and pets cannot reach it to avoid accidental eating or safety risks.
- Seal Packaging: Seal the bag tightly after every use to protect it from moisture and keep the flavor fresh.
Shipping & Return
We offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our shipping policy for details.
For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.
Prescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Can Hill's Prescription Diet k/d help cats with kidney disease?
Ans: Yes, this food is made specifically to help cats with kidney issues by lowering the amount of phosphorus and sodium, which improves kidney function. It provides focused nutrition that helps these organs function better, helping improve overall quality of life.
Q2: Is this cat food suitable for long-term feeding?
Ans: Yes, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d is formulated for long-term feeding, and consistent use is essential for optimal results. It is complete and balanced nutrition for adult cats while also supporting their kidney health, but it should always be given under a veterinarian’s guidance.
Q3: How does this food improve my cat’s appetite?
Ans: It features Enhanced Appetite Trigger (E.A.T.) technology, which is a specialized method developed to encourage cats to eat when they have a decreased appetite. This helps ensure they receive proper nutrition, especially for cats with kidney conditions who may otherwise find it difficult to maintain regular eating habits.
Q4: Can I mix this dry food with wet food?
Ans: Yes, this dry kibble can be served together with or alongside matching Prescription Diet wet foods. Mixing these options can make the meals more appealing and help your cat eat better, but you should always follow your veterinarian's advice to ensure you are using the correct combinations and serving sizes.
Q5: Do I need a veterinarian’s approval to use this product?
Ans: Yes, this is a prescription diet that must only be used with the recommendation of a veterinarian. Your vet will decide if this food is suitable based on your cat's specific medical needs and will watch their progress to make sure the diet is working safely and effectively.
This Shipping Policy explains how orders are processed, shipped, tracked, and delivered.
1. Shipping Origin and Fulfillment
Orders are dispatched from our U.S.-based fulfillment center. We deliver to eligible addresses within the United States and to eligible international destinations shown at checkout.
If a destination, shipping service, or product is not eligible for delivery, checkout will not offer that shipping option.
2. Order Processing Time
Orders are generally processed within 1–5 business days before shipment. Processing time is separate from carrier transit time.
Our order cut-off time is 6:00 PM Pacific Time (PT). Orders placed after the cut-off time, on weekends, or on applicable holidays begin processing on the next business day.
Processing may include order verification and preparation for shipment.
3. U.S. Shipping Methods, Costs, and Transit Times
For eligible U.S. addresses, our current shipping options are:
- Priority Shipping: $5.99 — estimated carrier transit time of 1–2 business days after shipment.
- Standard Shipping: $2.99 — estimated carrier transit time of 3–6 business days after shipment.
- Free Shipping: $0 — estimated carrier transit time of 5–8 business days after shipment.
Total estimated delivery time includes both the 1–5 business day processing period and the applicable carrier transit time. The shipping service, cost, and delivery estimate available for your order are shown at checkout before payment.
4. International Shipping
We ship to eligible international destinations. Available international shipping services, shipping charges, and estimated delivery times vary by destination and are displayed at checkout.
For eligible international orders, applicable import duties and taxes are calculated and collected at checkout where required. When these charges apply, the order is shipped on a duties-and-taxes-paid basis so that the same import charges should not be collected again at delivery.
International delivery estimates may be affected by carrier operations, customs processing, local holidays, weather, or other events outside normal transit conditions.
5. Tracking
When tracking is available, you will receive shipment confirmation with tracking information after the order has shipped. Please allow up to 48 hours for tracking information to become active after the carrier receives the shipment.
6. Address Accuracy and Changes
Please review your shipping address carefully before submitting an order. If you notice an address error, contact us as soon as possible. We will try to help before shipment, but an address change cannot be guaranteed once fulfillment or carrier processing has begun.
Additional carrier or re-delivery charges resulting from an incorrect or incomplete address may be the customer's responsibility where permitted by law.
7. Delayed or Lost Shipments
If your shipment has not arrived within the estimated delivery timeframe, please contact us. We will review the tracking information, work with the carrier when necessary, and assist with an appropriate resolution based on the circumstances.
Delivery estimates are not guarantees and may be affected by carrier delays, weather, public holidays, customs processing, or other transportation disruptions.
8. Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Deliveries
If an item arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 calendar days after confirmed delivery. Please include your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging, and shipping label when relevant.
Approved cases are handled under our Return & Refund Policy, including return-shipping assistance when the issue is our responsibility.
9. Policy Updates
We may update this Shipping Policy when our shipping services or operating requirements change. The current version will be posted on this page.
10. Contact Us
If you have questions about shipping or an order in transit, please use our Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer.
This Return & Refund Policy explains when a return is eligible, how to send an item back, who pays return shipping, and how approved refunds are processed.
1. Return Window
You may request an eligible return within 30 days after confirmed delivery. Return requests submitted after the 30-day period are not accepted unless applicable law requires otherwise.
2. Return Eligibility
To qualify for a standard return, the item must generally be:
- Unused, unwashed, and in its original condition.
- Returned with the original packaging, tags, accessories, manuals, and other included components, when applicable.
- Not specifically identified as final sale or non-returnable before purchase.
Products that show use, alteration, avoidable damage, missing components, or other conditions outside the eligibility requirements may be ineligible for a refund.
3. Product-Specific Non-Returnable Items
Some products may be non-returnable for hygiene, safety, customization, final-sale, or other product-specific reasons. Any such restriction will be disclosed on the product page or before purchase when applicable.
4. No Direct Exchanges
We do not provide direct exchange service. If you want a different item, size, color, model, or version, return the eligible original item under this Policy and place a new order separately.
5. How to Start a Return
Returns are handled by mail. Before sending an item back, contact our customer support team through the Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer. Please provide:
- Your order number.
- The item or items you want to return.
- The reason for the return.
Returns sent without required return authorization may be delayed or refused.
6. Prepaid Return Label and Return Shipping Cost
For eligible mail returns, a prepaid return label is included in the package.
For a standard return made for customer-choice reasons, the actual carrier postage charged for use of the prepaid return label will be deducted from the approved refund. We do not charge a separate restocking fee.
If the return is required because the item arrived damaged, defective, or incorrect and the claim is approved, we cover the return-label cost.
If you choose not to use the provided label when an alternative return method is authorized, use a trackable shipping service and keep your shipping receipt until the return is completed.
7. Original Shipping Charges
Original outbound shipping charges are non-refundable for standard customer-choice returns, except where required by law. If the return results from an approved damaged, defective, or incorrect item, applicable shipping charges will be handled as part of the resolution.
8. Refund Review and Processing
After the returned item is received, we inspect it and notify you whether the refund is approved.
If approved, the refund is issued to the original payment method. We generally process an approved refund within 1–3 business days. After the refund is issued, your bank or card provider may require an additional 5–10 business days to post the funds to your account.
9. Damaged, Defective, or Incorrect Items
If an item arrives damaged, defective, or incorrect, contact us within 7 calendar days after confirmed delivery. Include your order number and clear photos of the item, packaging, and shipping label when relevant.
After review, we will provide an appropriate resolution. When a return is required for an approved claim, we cover the return shipping cost.
10. Refused or Undeliverable Shipments
If a shipment is refused or returned because of incorrect or incomplete customer-provided shipping information, actual carrier return, re-delivery, or related shipping charges may be deducted from an otherwise eligible refund where permitted by law.
11. Policy Updates
We may update this Return & Refund Policy when our return procedures or legal requirements change. The current version will be posted on this page.
12. Contact Us
If you need help with a return or refund, please use our Contact page or the current contact information displayed in the website footer.
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