Hill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Cat Food, Chicken Recipe (7 lb) - US 4031

Chicken and Brown Rice Dry Food for Kittens Under One Year

Product Description

Hill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Cat Food in Chicken Recipe in the 7 lb bag suits owners who have confirmed this formula works well for their kitten and want a supply that comfortably covers several weeks of daily feeding without requiring frequent restocking. Formulated with ActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit technology, a special blend of prebiotic fibers and antioxidants that supports digestion, immune system function, and organ health, with real chicken as the first ingredient and a wholesome base of brown rice, cracked pearled barley, whole grain oats, and natural fiber sources.

Benefits

• ActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit Technology: Contains a special blend of prebiotic fibers and antioxidants that supports digestion, immune system function, and organ health throughout a kitten's first year of daily feeding.
• DHA for Brain and Eye Health: DHA from added fish oil supports healthy brain and eye development as kittens grow through each stage of their first year.
• Chicken Protein for Muscle Growth: Real chicken as the lead ingredient delivers high-quality protein to support healthy lean muscle development in growing kittens throughout their first twelve months.
• Balanced Minerals for Bone Development: Calcium at 1.44% and phosphorus at 1.2% dry matter support healthy bone and dental formation as kittens go through active skeletal growth.
• Vitamins C and E for Immunity: Vitamins C at 122 ppm and E at 591 IU/kg work together to support the developing immune system in growing kittens during consistent daily feeding.
• Omega-6 for Skin and Coat: Omega-6 fatty acids at 4.47% dry matter alongside fish oil support healthy skin condition and coat development in kittens throughout their first year.
• Suitable for Pregnant and Nursing Cats: Verified by AAFCO feeding tests for gestating and lactating adult female cats, making it an appropriate daily diet during pregnancy and nursing.

Variants

3.5 lb

7 lb

7 lb

15.5 lb

Ingredients

Chicken, Brown Rice, Wheat Gluten, Chicken Fat, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Meal, Whole Grain Oats, Egg Product, Chicken Liver Flavor, Ground Pecan Shells, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, L-Lysine, Calcium Sulfate, Dried Citrus Pulp, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, DL-Methionine, Pressed Cranberries, Cysteine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate source of Vitamin C, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Magnesium Oxide, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

Calorie Content: 4076 kcal/kg | 555 kcal/cup

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

• Measure Portions by Weight and Age: Use the feeding chart to find the correct daily amount based on the kitten's current weight and age bracket, and reassess the portion each time the kitten moves into a new growth stage.
• Allow 7 Days to Transition: Slowly replace the old food with this kibble in increasing amounts each day over a full week to support comfortable digestion during the change.
• Provide Fresh Water Daily: Keep fresh drinking water available to your kitten throughout the day alongside every meal to support good hydration and overall daily health.
• Revisit Portions at Each Vet Visit: A kitten's daily needs change as they grow, so confirming the right feeding amount with your vet at each routine checkup keeps the plan on track.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Kittens and Gestating or Lactating Cats: This formula is designed for kittens from weaning through 1 year old and for pregnant or nursing adult female cats. It is not suitable for general adult cat maintenance.
• Not Intended for Long-Term Adult Feeding: Feeding this formula to adult cats on an ongoing basis is not recommended unless a veterinarian has confirmed the cat has higher than normal energy requirements.
• Update Daily Portions Between Growth Stages: As kittens move through each age bracket, daily cup amounts change, so adjusting the serving size at each stage helps maintain a healthy body condition throughout the first year.

Possible Side Effects

• Temporary Digestive Sensitivity: Some kittens may experience brief digestive discomfort when switching to a new food, which is why the full 7-day gradual introduction is important before fully replacing the previous diet.

Storage Information

• Keep Packaging Away: Store the bag and all packaging safely out of reach of both pets and children at all times to prevent potential suffocation hazards.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How long will a 7 lb bag of this kitten food last for a single kitten?

Ans: For a 6 lb kitten in the 7 to 12 month bracket eating approximately 1/2 cup per day, a 7 lb bag provides roughly 4 to 5 weeks of daily feeding. Younger kittens in the under-4-month bracket eat smaller daily amounts, so the same bag would last longer for a very young kitten just starting on solid food.

Q2: Is this Hill's kitten dry food grain-inclusive, and does it contain barley?

Ans: Yes, this is a grain-inclusive formula that contains cracked pearled barley alongside brown rice and whole grain oats as carbohydrate sources. Owners whose kittens require a barley-free or grain-free diet should consider an alternative Hill's kitten formula, such as the Kitten No Corn, Wheat, Soy Chicken Recipe, which uses a different carbohydrate base without barley or wheat.

Q3: What role does egg product play in this kitten dry food recipe?

Ans: Egg product is included as a highly digestible supplementary protein source that contributes to the overall amino acid completeness of the recipe alongside real chicken and chicken meal. Egg protein is among the most bioavailable of any food protein source, supporting the high-quality protein profile this formula delivers for healthy muscle development in growing kittens.

Q4: How does this Hill's kitten formula support digestive health beyond basic fiber?

Ans: Beyond the fiber sources in the ingredient list, this formula includes ActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit technology, Hill's proprietary prebiotic fiber and an antioxidant blend that supports the gut microbiome, digestion, and organ health simultaneously. The prebiotic fibers in this blend help nourish beneficial gut bacteria in growing kittens, supporting the foundation of healthy digestive function throughout the first year.

Q5: Does this kitten food contain any artificial colors or flavors?

Ans: No artificial colors are listed in the ingredient list. Chicken Liver Flavor and Natural Flavors are included as palatability ingredients, both of which are derived from natural sources. Beta-Carotene is included as a natural pigment and antioxidant source, and Mixed Tocopherols are used as a natural preservative to maintain the freshness of the fat content in the kibble.

Q6: Can this kitten dry food be fed to a cat that has just given birth?

Ans: Yes, this formula is verified by AAFCO feeding tests for lactating adult female cats, making it appropriate for a mother cat during the nursing period after birth. Nursing cats have elevated energy and protein requirements that align with the higher caloric density of this kitten formula, making it suitable to continue feeding through the nursing period without switching to a separate formula.

Q7: What is the difference between this Hill's kitten formula and Hill's Science Diet Adult Chicken Recipe dry food?

Ans: This kitten formula delivers higher protein at 38%, higher fat at 22.9%, higher calcium at 1.44%, and a higher caloric density at 4076 kcal/kg compared to the adult formula, which is calibrated for maintenance rather than growth. The higher levels across these nutrients in the kitten formula reflect the substantially greater energy and developmental needs of kittens in their first year compared to fully grown adult cats.