Features of Hill's dog food

Hill's brand food for adult, spayed and senior dogs was one of the first to receive positive feedback from Russian breeders. More than one generation of breeding animals has been raised on the rations of the brand with lamb for large and medium breeds, with rice and their other varieties, including in the largest nurseries in the world. The reason for this popularity is simple: a balanced composition of dog food and a wide range of products for pets with a wide variety of needs.

In 1995, Hill's food first entered the Russian market, quickly becoming a true benchmark in dog nutrition. Before him, only economy-class products were received in the Russian Federation. Premium status and a trustworthy country of origin allowed the brand to instantly become a sales leader. Today, the brand is still based in the United States, but has factories outside of North America. For the EU countries and Russia, the bulk of the products are produced in the Netherlands.

Dog breeders have chosen Hill's food in large part because of its obvious merits. Among the advantages of this brand of feed, the following points can be noted.

1. Obligatory participation of veterinarians and breeders in the development of diets. The food is not only safe for the dog's health. It also takes into account her special needs in different ages or weight categories.
2. Compliance with the balance of the BZHU. Various nutritional components are responsible for energy, maintaining muscle mass, good digestion and internal health. Hill's specialists design their formulas to optimize their protein, fat and carbohydrate content.
3. Human-like standards. When selecting raw materials, the manufacturer gives preference to products that meet human nutritional standards. All ingredients are tested and the pool of suppliers includes only trusted companies.
4. Refusal to use potentially hazardous chemicals... This includes not only GMO components, but also artificially synthesized hormones, dyes, aromatic substances and preservatives.
5. The presence of a special therapeutic food. It takes into account the specifics of the disease, as well as the associated dietary restrictions.
6. A carefully calculated blend of nutrients, vitamins and minerals. It is formed separately for each age group and feed line.
7. Balanced calorie content... You can choose a special light diet for neutered dogs or a high-protein food for active working animals.

Advantages of Hill's forages are usually attributed to their availability on sale, combined with an attractive price. But there are also obvious downsides. In terms of animal protein content, premium diets are much inferior to holistic or super-premium counterparts. In addition, Hill's uses potentially allergenic grains and grains that contain gluten. There are a lot of plant components, which devalues ​​the diet as a source of high-quality protein.

Diet formulations for dogs aged 1 to 6 years take into account all their characteristics and needs. The main Science Plan series includes 12 products in packages of 2.5, 12 and 18 kg. It is worth considering that the brand has separate rations for dogs over 7 years old, puppies, pregnant and lactating animals. They have their own designation. Prescription Diet is available for spayed pets and dogs with special needs.

The main ingredients in the composition are simplified as much as possible. The brand only offers lamb, chicken or tuna as a source of animal protein. In addition to these, dog food contains rice, corn, barley or wheat. Meals with lamb are considered hypoallergenic, suitable for animals with intolerance to chicken meat.

Hill's modern ration for adult animals offers to formulate on the basis of special feeds with the optimal granule size. The Science Plan provides the following options for choosing the right dog food.

• Sensitive Stomach & Skin for small breeds. Specialized feed that takes into account the high sensitivity of the digestive tract and skin. The basis of the diet is chicken meat and prebiotic fiber. The easily digestible formula is enriched with Vitamin E and Omega-6 acids, which support the beauty of the dog's coat. The protein base is rice, which does not overload the digestive tract.

• Sensitive Stomach & Skin for medium breeds. Chicken and prebiotic food for excellent wellness and digestive health.

• Perfect Weight for medium breeds. Special chicken diet for dogs in need of weight control. Rich in protein and fiber, chicken feed is supplemented with L-Carnitine and Coconut Oil to optimize metabolism. Healthy digestion is helped by prebiotic supplements.

• Small & Miniature Light. Special food for dogs prone to weight gain. This low-calorie chicken and L-Carnitine formula is rich in high quality protein for long-lasting satiety. Antioxidants support the immunity of small and miniature dogs at the proper level. The size of the granules takes into account the structural features and dimensions of the pet's oral cavity.

• Medium 11-25 kg. The food for medium breeds is available in 3 flavors - with chicken, with lamb or with tuna and rice.The optimal selection of ingredients provides the animals with energy replenishment, helps to maintain the normal body weight of the pet.

• Performance... High protein formula for working and hunting dog breeds. Easily digestible food replenishes energy reserves, helps to maintain normal musculature of animals. The mineral composition provides adult dogs with a healthy heart, kidneys, endocrine and immune systems.

• Large 25 kg +. For large breeds, Hill's offers a diet of chicken, rich in protein, as well as lamb and rice. Supplements for joint health and coat beauty help keep your dog in optimal shape from 2 to 6 years of age.

• Small & Mini up to 10 kg. For miniature animals, properly selected diets are especially needed. The special food series with chicken or lamb and rice is enriched with fatty acids for a beautiful coat and antioxidants that slow down the aging process.

The list of dry rations is not limited to this. A dedicated Prescription Diet line addresses potential health problems for your dog at different times in life... Some of the pets are prone to weight gain or allergic reactions. In addition, there are special restrictions on ingredients in feed for diabetes, urolithiasis, kidney and liver dysfunctions.

Here, the division into series is determined precisely by these factors. Hill's products in this category include the following options.

• Food Sensitivies... Feed for intolerance to certain types of food.

• Urinary Care. Special nutrition for urolithiasis, against various types of stones in the urinary tract.

• Derm Defense. Skin protection for dogs susceptible to external allergens.

• Digestive Care. Special food for rehabilitation after digestive disorders.

• Diabetes Care. Taking care of pets with diabetes in the form of a special diet.

• Gastrointestinal Biome. Diet for the normalization of digestion and stool in animals with gastrointestinal disorders.

• Derm complete... Diet for dogs with sensitive skin.

• Metabolic... Nutrition for the normalization of metabolic processes. Speeds up metabolism, reduces weight.

• Dental Care. Protecting dental and oral health with a complete diet.

• Joint Care. A special nutritional supplement to reduce joint pain and restore cartilage.

• Mobility... For sedentary dogs. Animals become more active on walks, more willing to play.

• Liver Care. Food with reduced load on the animal's liver.

• Kidney Care. Food for dogs with renal impairment. Reduces the incidence of uremic crises, promotes longevity in dogs with these problems.

• Metabolic + Mobility. Diet to improve mobility and reduce excess body weight.

Initially, Hill's had a fairly wide line of wet foods. But today in the Russian Federation, the brand supplies them exclusively in the pate format. Science Plan's basic diet for adult animals with chicken is called Adult 1-6. It is packed in cans of 370 g. The pâté contains sources of animal protein - chicken and pork liver, beef, as well as corn and barley.

The specialized Prescription Diet line is represented by pate in compact 156 g cans and in full-size 370 g containers. It is labeled according to the purpose of the product. For example, category a / d is designed specifically for animals in the period of rehabilitation and recovery. The dietary product based on easily digestible chicken meat has a consistency ideal for tube feeding or hand feeding. This is important when you lose your appetite.

The Prescription Diet range also includes the following wet foods:

• z / d for food intolerance;
• d / d with salmon and duck for allergies and hair loss;
• i / d with turkey, chicken and vegetables against digestive disorders;
• s / d for dissolving struvite stones;
• i / d Low Fat with reduced fat;
• w / d with chicken against diabetes and weight gain;
• i / d Stress Mini chicken with vegetables;
• Metabolic with Chicken to speed up metabolism;
• l / d for liver diseases;
• k / d with chicken or with chicken and vegetables for kidney health.

Hill's brand is ready to offer the youngest representatives of the canine world the rations, taking into account the peculiarities of the development of animals of different breeds. Puppies receive specialized foods from the Science Plan line, which help to balance their daily nutrition, compensate for energy expenditures during active play.

• Puppy with chicken. Wet canned food, excellent for maturing pets. Packaging - a 370 g can with a key to open. The texture and composition ideally meet the needs of the growing body, the main ingredient is safe chicken meat, pork liver and fish oil, corn, barley and soy flour are also among the ingredients. The rich mineral composition will allow puppies of all breeds to develop successfully.

• Puppy dry for medium breeds... In this series there are 2 flavors at once - chicken and lamb with rice, for puppies who need to normalize digestion. The miniature pellets are loaded with meat ingredients and plant-based protein sources. The composition contains DHA - an acid that promotes the development of the visual system and the brain. Calcium and vitamin D3 prevent rickets, help to make bones and teeth strong.

• Puppy dry for small breeds. Food with chicken and antioxidants to build the immune system. Small breed puppies will also appreciate the other ingredients in this diet - spinach, tomato and citrus pomace, and fish oil. The food is suitable for pregnant and lactating dogs.

• Puppy dry for large breeds. Active growth and muscle gain requires adequate nutrition. In this case, puppies should receive the most balanced nutrition that contributes to the correct formation of all body systems. High-protein feed with chicken easily solves this problem, it can be given until the pet reaches 12-18 months. Supplements for bone strength, brain development, and immune system can fully cover the needs of large breed puppies.

For the smallest pets, from 1 to 12-18 months of age, Hill's creates nutritional formulas that match their increased energy use. A high-quality vitamin and mineral complex, fiber for normal digestion, animal fats - this is the recipe for successfully raising babies, gradually turning into beautiful and healthy dogs.

Hill's senior dog foods are described in two categories: 6+ and 7+. Each of these groups has its own foods designed to keep your pet healthy. Today Hill's range includes 7 separate rations for seniors in the Science Plan series.

• Wet canned with chicken... This food in a 370 g package has a particularly delicate and delicate texture. The product is designed for the needs of animals over 7 years old. The composition contains chicken and pork liver, barley, corn, whey powder. The mineral complex and flaxseed support the health of the animal at a high level.

• Senior Vitality 7+ for small breeds. This lightweight chicken and rice-based food is suitable for dogs weighing up to 10 kg. The formula is enriched with Omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, supports not only physical activity, but also the functioning of the brain and nervous system of the animal. This is a healthy diet with vegetables, fish oil and spinach to help older pets look and feel great.

• Senior Vitality 7+ for medium breeds. Chicken and rice are the optimal ingredients for a balanced diet for older dogs.The composition contains beta-carotene, saturated fatty acids, vitamins A, C, D, E for strong bones, good vision. A mineral complex based on calcium, potassium, magnesium and phosphorus helps to normalize metabolic processes in the body.

• Mature Adult 7+ for medium breeds... Lamb and rice are the basis of this balanced feed, rich in high quality, easily digestible protein and protein. The composition also contains Omega-6 acids and vitamin E for the beauty of the coat. Dry food is enriched with sources of glucosamine based on crustacean shells and pork cartilage. This complex effectively supports joint health.

• Mature Adult 6+ for large breeds. Dry food with easily digestible chicken meat becomes the main food source for dogs in adulthood. To improve the condition of the joints, sources of chondroitin and glucosamine have been added to the diet, the mineral composition is focused on maintaining the health of the heart and kidneys. In addition to chicken and turkey, the composition contains animal fats, L-carnitine to maintain energy, Omega-6 fatty acids.

• Mature Adult 7+ for small breeds. Dogs of decorative and miniature classes require special nutrition. Hill's small pellets contain highly digestible ingredients that do not overload the animal's digestive tract. The mineral composition of the diet is focused on maintaining the health of the kidneys, heart and urinary tract. The complex of antioxidants helps to slow down the aging process, maintains a high level of immunity.

Hill's diet is chosen by most breeders on the advice of a veterinarian or breeder. Almost all owners begin to give it to their pets from puppyhood, then gradually transferring animals to adult nutrition.

Many positive reviews from owners of allergic dogs, including small and decorative breeds... They note that pets do not experience indigestion on these foods, the skin remains healthy and the coat is shiny.

Dog breeders also like the packaging of food, which allows you to keep food closed between dispensing to the animal. Large, economical bags are not consumed too quickly, if the norm for each ration is met. Many owners mention a smooth transition to Hill's from cheaper or more expensive food without worsening the condition of the dog. Veterinarians sometimes recommend these diet lines for lifelong nutrition for pets with certain health problems.

There are negative reviews, but in small numbers. Among the shortcomings of the brand's products, there is a reluctant transition to it from other feeds, more abundantly flavored with flavors. Corn and fats in the composition are also considered by many as a disadvantage. The granule size is also too small; if the selection is incorrect, the animal may choke while eating.