Hill's Science Diet Senior 7+ Wet Cat Food, Chicken (2.8 oz x 24 pouches) - US 6516

Tender Chicken Dinner Wet Cat Food Pouches for Senior Cats 7+

Product Description

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Tender Chicken Dinner is a balanced and complete cat wet food that brings real chicken chunks in a rich, decadent gravy to your senior cat's bowl in a convenient single-serve pouch. Formulated for cats aged 7 and above, each easy-open pouch delivers precisely balanced biology-based nutrition that supports lean muscle, kidney and vital organ health, and a healthy immune system. With high-quality protein, clinically proven antioxidants with vitamins C and E, and great-tasting natural ingredients, it is designed to satisfy even the most discerning senior cat at every meal.

Benefits

• Tender Chunks in Gravy: Real chicken pieces in a rich, savory gravy deliver a texture and aroma that appeals to senior cats, even those that have turned into picky eaters over time.
• Easy-Open Pouch: Designed for quick and clean feeding, the single-serve pouch opens with ease and keeps daily meal prep straightforward without ever needing a can opener.
• Kidney and Organ Health: Supporting kidney and vital organ health is built into the core of this formula, giving aging cats the balanced nutrition they need with every meal as part of a complete daily diet.
• Immune System Support: Clinically proven antioxidants featuring vitamins C and E are included to help support a robust and healthy immune system in cats throughout their senior years.
• Lean Muscle Support: High-quality chicken protein is included to help senior cats aged 7 and above maintain lean muscle mass as part of complete, balanced daily nutrition.
• Taurine for Heart Vision: At 0.36% on a dry matter basis, taurine is added as an essential amino acid to help keep the heart healthy and support good visual health in older cats.
• L-Carnitine for Metabolism: L-Carnitine is included to help support healthy metabolic function and assist with body weight management in less active senior cats over time.
• Serve Alone or as Topper: Each pouch works as a complete standalone daily meal or can be squeezed directly over compatible Science Diet Adult 7+ dry food to add moisture and flavor.

Variants

Tender Chicken Dinner Pouch (2.8 oz)

Tender Tuna Dinner Pouch (2.8 oz)

Variety Pack Chicken and Tuna (2.8 oz)

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, Guar Gum, L-Lysine, Calcium Carbonate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Taurine, Iodized Salt, Minerals (Calcium Chloride, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate), Salt, L-Carnitine, Caramel Color, Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

How to Use

Recommended Feeding 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

• Follow the Feeding Chart: Use your cat's body weight to find the appropriate daily pouch amount and adjust as needed over time to help maintain a healthy body condition.
• Open and Serve Directly: Simply tear open each pouch and empty the contents into your cat's bowl. No additional preparation, mixing, or warming is required before serving.
• Use Each Pouch in One Feeding: Each 2.8 oz pouch is a single-serve portion. If any food remains after serving, cover and refrigerate, then discard within 24 hours for food safety.
• Try as a Dry Food Topper: Squeezing a pouch over a serving of compatible Science Diet Adult 7+ dry food adds moisture, aroma, and palatability for cats that need an extra mealtime incentive.
• Fresh Water Always: Keep a clean, accessible water bowl available at all times alongside every meal to support kidney health and adequate daily hydration in senior cats.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Cats 7 and Above: This formula is developed for adult cats aged 7 years and older and is not appropriate for kittens or adult cats under 7 years of age.
• Not for Pregnant Nursing Cats: Cats that are pregnant or nursing should be transitioned to Hill's Science Diet Kitten or Hill's Science Diet Kitten Indoor food during that period.
• Wheat Gluten Ingredient: This formula contains wheat flour and wheat gluten. Cats with a known sensitivity to wheat-based ingredients should be assessed by a veterinarian before being introduced to this product.
• Packaging Safety: Always keep used pouches and any packaging materials well out of reach of pets and children to prevent the risk of accidental suffocation.

Possible Side Effects

• Transition Digestive Upset: A gradual 7-day transition mixing this food with the current food is recommended for cats trying it for the first time, helping to keep any temporary digestive discomfort to a minimum.
• Palatability Variation: The occasional picky eater may be slow to accept it. A simple fix is to warm the pouch gently to room temperature before serving to make it more appealing.

Storage Information

• Room Temperature for Unopened Pouches: Keep all sealed pouches in a cool, dry location at a consistent room temperature between 50°F and 100°F away from direct heat or sunlight.
• Refrigerate Opened Portions: If any food remains after serving from an opened pouch, cover it and refrigerate; discard any unused food within 24 hours to maintain food safety.
• Do Not Freeze Pouches: Freezing the pouches is not recommended, as it can affect the chicken chunks' texture and the overall quality and palatability.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does the 24-pouch Tender Chicken Dinner differ from the 12-pouch Chicken and Tuna Variety Pack?

Ans: The 24-pouch pack contains only the Tender Chicken Dinner flavor, making it well suited for senior cats that consistently prefer chicken and do not require flavor rotation. The 12-pouch variety pack splits evenly between Tender Chicken Dinner and Tender Tuna Dinner for cats that benefit from mealtime variety. Both packs use the same single-serve 2.8 oz pouch format and the same Tender Chicken Dinner formula and nutritional profile.

Q2: How many calories are in each 2.8 oz Tender Chicken Dinner pouch for senior cats?

Ans: Each 2.8 oz (80 g) pouch has around 77 calories based on a caloric density of 968 kcal per kilogram. Since most senior cats need multiple pouches a day, depending on their body weight, checking the feeding chart to figure out the right daily amount is the best way to make sure your cat is getting neither too much nor too little food each day.

Q3: How does the nutrient profile of this pouch formula compare to the 5.5 oz canned Tender Chicken Dinner?

Ans: The pouch version has a slightly different guaranteed analysis from the canned version. The pouch contains 38.6% protein and 0.81% phosphorus on a dry matter basis, compared to 38.3% protein and 0.74% phosphorus in the can. The pouch also uses Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor rather than Chicken Liver Flavor and lists a slightly different caloric density, so pet owners switching between formats should check the feeding chart for the specific format they are using.

Q4: Can this single-flavor 24-pouch pack be used as a daily standalone diet for senior cats?

Ans: Yes, this formula has been confirmed through AAFCO feeding tests to be complete and balanced for adult cat maintenance. Following the weight-based feeding chart makes it a soli,d full daily diet for cats aged 7 and above, providing everything senior cats need to age well with no extra supplementation required.

Q5: Does this formula contain fish, and is it appropriate for cats with fish sensitivities?

Ans: Yes, this formula contains fish oil as a minor ingredient, included to provide omega-3 fatty acid support for skin and coat health. While fish oil is generally well tolerated by most cats, senior cats with a confirmed sensitivity to fish-derived ingredients should be assessed by a veterinarian before being introduced to this product to confirm it is an appropriate dietary fit.

Q6: How does this Tender Chicken Dinner pouch support senior cats that have reduced appetite or dental sensitivity?

Ans: The soft, tender chunk and decadent gravy texture of this formula is well suited to senior cats with dental discomfort or reduced appetite. The warm aroma of freshly opened chicken gravy pouches can help stimulate eating interest in older cats that have become reluctant feeders, and the soft texture places minimal chewing demand on aging teeth and gums compared to dry kibble.