Hill's Science Diet Adult Wet Cat Food, Chicken (2.8 oz x 24 pouches) - US 9284

Chicken Tender Dinner Single-Serve Wet Cat Food Pouches for Adults

Product Description

Hill's Science Diet Adult Wet Cat Food in Tender Chicken Dinner is a gourmet single-serve pouch that delivers real chicken chunks in a rich, decadent gravy that adult cats find genuinely irresistible. Easy to open and simple to serve, each pouch delivers complete and balanced daily nutrition with high-quality chicken protein for lean muscle maintenance and vitamins C and E for antioxidant immune support. A great everyday choice for adult cats aged 1 to 6, including those transitioning from kitten food.

Benefits

• Real Chicken Chunks in Rich Gravy: Each pouch delivers real chicken pieces smothered in a decadent gravy, creating a moist, flavourful, and visually appealing meal that satisfies even the pickiest adult cats.
• Convenient Single-Serve Pouch Format: The easy-open, single-serve design makes feeding quick and hygienic with no measuring, scooping, or leftover storage concerns at every mealtime.
• Lean Muscle Maintenance: High-quality chicken as the primary protein supports the preservation of strong, healthy lean muscle in adult cats throughout their prime years between 1 and 6 years old.
• Antioxidant Immune Support: Vitamins C at 129 ppm and E at 721 IU/kg on a dry matter basis provide antioxidant protection that helps support a healthy immune system throughout daily feeding.
• Omega-6 for Skin and Coat: Total omega-6 fatty acids at 4.07% dry matter are included alongside fish oil to nourish the skin and support a healthy, well-maintained coat in adult cats
• Ideal Transition from Kitten Food: The appealing chicken flavor and soft chunk texture in a convenient single-serve format make this a great daily food for adult cats that have recently completed the switch from kitten food.
• Pairs Well with Dry Food: This pouch can be served as a standalone complete meal or used as a flavorful topper on Hill's Science Diet adult dry cat food for a richer and more satisfying daily mealtime experience.

Variants

2.8 oz x 24 pouches

Ingredients

Water, Chicken, Pork Liver, Wheat Flour, Wheat Gluten, Dextrose, Modified Rice Starch, Oat Fiber, Egg Whites, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Soybean Oil, Dicalcium Phosphate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Fish Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Guar Gum, Iodized Salt, L-Lysine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Taurine, Calcium Chloride, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate), Caramel color, Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

Calorie Content: 891 kcal/kg.

How to Use

Recommended-Usage Chart

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.

Directions for Use

• Adjust for Body Condition: Fine-tune daily pouch amounts as needed to help the cat maintain an ideal body weight, and consult a vet if the correct number of pouches per day is unclear.
• Transition Over 7 Days: Mix more of the new food with less of the old each day over a full week to keep the first-time switch comfortable and avoid temporary digestive discomfort.
• Fresh Water Always: Keep fresh drinking water accessible to the cat at all times throughout the day to support proper daily hydration alongside every meal.
• Review Needs as Cat Ages: A cat's nutritional requirements can shift over time, so discussing the feeding plan with a vet at every routine check-up keeps it current and appropriate.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Adult Cats Ages 1 to 6 Only: This formula is designed for adult cats between 1 and 6 years of age and is not appropriate for kittens or cats at other life stages.
• Not for Kittens or Pregnant Cats: Kittens and cats that are pregnant or nursing should not be fed this formula, as they require different nutritional support during those life stages.
• Count All Daily Food Sources: Treats and supplementary foods given alongside these pouches should be included in the total daily calorie count to prevent unintentional overfeeding.
• Feeding Chart is a Starting Reference: The daily amounts are starting points only and should be adjusted based on the individual cat's body condition and veterinary guidance over time.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Sensitivity on Transition: An abrupt food change may cause temporary digestive discomfort in some cats, making the full 7-day gradual transition important before fully replacing the previous diet.

Storage Information

• Refrigerate After Opening: Once a pouch is opened, cover any leftover food and pop it in the fridge right away to keep it fresh and safe for the next meal.
• Keep Packaging Away: Store all pouches and packaging safely out of reach of both pets and children at all times to prevent potential suffocation hazards.
• Store Unopened Pouches Properly: Store unopened pouches in a dry, cool area away from heat and moisture until you need them.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does this Hill's chicken tender dinner pouch differ from the Tender Chicken Dinner 5.5 oz can?

Ans: The pouch format is a smaller single-serve 2.8 oz portion that is easy to open with no measuring or storage of leftovers, making it more convenient for daily feeding. The 5.5 oz can contains a larger portion suited to bigger cats or households where portions can be split across two servings. The caloric density also differs, with the pouch at 891 kcal/kg and the can at 160 kcal per 5.5 oz serving.

Q2: Is this Hill's adult chicken dinner pouch suitable for a cat transitioning from kitten food to adult food?

Ans: Yes, Hill's specifically recommends this formula as a great option for cats that have recently made the transition from kitten to adult food. The soft, appealing chunk texture, familiar chicken flavor, and single-serve portion size are all well-suited to newly adult cats settling into an adult feeding routine between 1 and 6 years of age.

Q3: Does this adult chicken pouch contain egg whites, and why are they included?

Ans: Yes, egg whites are included in this formula as a supplementary protein source that contributes to the overall amino acid profile and texture of the chicken chunks in gravy. Egg whites are highly digestible and add to the completeness of the protein blend alongside real chicken and pork liver as the primary protein sources.

Q4: How does this chicken pouch support a cat's skin and coat during daily feeding?

Ans: This formula includes total omega-6 fatty acids at 4.07% dry matter alongside fish oil as a natural source of omega-3s at 0.59% dry matter. Vitamin E at 721 IU/kg works alongside the fatty acid blend to nourish skin from within and help maintain a healthy, well-conditioned coat in adult cats throughout consistent daily feeding.

Q5: Can I use this chicken pouch as a daily topper on Science Diet adult dry kibble?

Ans: Yes, Hill's recommends this pouch as a great topper for Science Diet adult dry cat food. Adding it over kibble enriches the meal with moisture, aroma, and texture variety, which is particularly useful for cats that eat mainly dry food and can benefit from extra daily hydration through their diet.

Q6: How does the omega-6 content in this chicken pouch compare to the tuna and ocean fish pouches in the same range?

Ans: The chicken pouch delivers the highest omega-6 fatty acid content among the three tender dinner pouch flavors at 4.07% dry matter, compared to 2.51% for the tuna pouch and 2.59% for the ocean fish pouch. Cats whose owners prioritize omega-6 for skin and coat health may benefit most from choosing this chicken flavor as their primary daily pouch.

Q7: When should I transition my adult cat away from this chicken pouch to a mature or senior formula?

Ans: This formula is recommended for adult cats between 1 and 6 years of age. Once a cat reaches 7 years, transitioning to Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Tender Chicken Dinner pouch is advisable, as that formula is specifically calibrated to address the shifting nutritional needs of aging adult cats during their mature and senior life stages.