Hill's Prescription Diet i/d Stress Digestive Care Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food

Stress and Digestive Relief Chicken Flavor Dry Food for Small and Medium Breed Dogs

Product Description

Hill's Prescription Diet i/d Stress Digestive Care Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food is a veterinarian-formulated, prescription diet developed specifically to manage stress-related digestive upsets in small and medium breed dogs up to 30 lbs. Just like people, dogs can experience stress that negatively disrupts the gut microbiome and increases intestinal motility, leading to loose stools, diarrhea, and digestive discomfort. This proprietary anti-stress formula is powered by Hill's breakthrough ActivBiome+ technology, a clinically proven prebiotic blend that rapidly activates the gut microbiome, and also includes ginger and hydrolyzed casein as calming digestive ingredients. Made in the USA with global ingredients and substantiated by AAFCO feeding tests to provide complete and balanced nutrition for adult dogs.

Benefits

• Anti-Stress Digestive Formula: This food is uniquely formulated with an anti-stress profile to address both the stress response and its downstream effect on gut health and digestive function in small and medium dogs.
• ActivBiome+ Prebiotic Technology: Hill's proprietary ActivBiome+ blend of prebiotic fibers is clinically shown to rapidly activate the gut microbiome, supporting healthy stool quality and overall digestive well-being.
• Contains Ginger for Digestive Comfort: Ginger is included as a natural ingredient known for its soothing properties, helping to calm the digestive tract during episodes of stress-related GI upset.
• Hydrolyzed Casein for Calming Support: Dried hydrolyzed casein, a milk protein component, is included to further support stress management and gut comfort in stressed dogs.
• Supports Urinary Health Too: This formula is also built to support a healthy urinary environment that lowers the chances of struvite and calcium oxalate crystal formation, providing multi-system benefits.
• Highly Digestible Protein: The food uses highly digestible protein sources to support easy nutrient absorption and reduce the burden on the gastrointestinal tract during stressful periods.
• Complete and Balanced Nutrition: Substantiated by AAFCO feeding tests to provide complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs, this food can be fed long-term as a daily diet.
• US Veterinarians' No. 1 Recommended Brand: Hill's Prescription Diet is recommended by more US veterinarians than any other therapeutic pet food brand, backed by decades of nutritional research.

Ingredients

Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Chicken Meal, Chicken By-Product Meal, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Flaxseed, Chicken Fat, Ground Pecan Shells, Pork Liver Flavor, Lactic Acid, Fish Flavor, Ginger, Dried Beet Pulp, Iodized Salt, Potassium Citrate, Dried Citrus Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Glyceryl Monostearate, Pressed Cranberries, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), L-Lysine, Dried Hydrolyzed Casein, Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Magnesium Oxide, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, L-Carnitine, Beta-Carotene.

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How to Use

Directions for Use

• Veterinary Prescription Required: This is a prescription diet that requires a valid veterinary prescription; it should only be fed under veterinary supervision for the indicated condition.
• Feed Exclusively as Directed: For best results, feed this prescription diet exclusively as the sole food, without mixing with non-prescription foods; consult your veterinarian for specific feeding instructions.
• Start Before Anticipated Stressors: Feeding i/d Stress in advance of known stressful events such as travel, boarding, or routine changes can help the digestive system adjust and reduce the impact of stress.
• Transition Gradually When Starting: When transitioning to this food, mix increasing amounts of i/d Stress with decreasing amounts of the old food over a 7-day period to minimize any digestive disruption.
• Suitable for Long-Term Feeding: Hill's Prescription Diet i/d Stress provides complete and balanced nutrition and can be fed long-term as a daily maintenance diet for stress-prone dogs.
• Keep Fresh Water Available: Always provide fresh, clean water at all times alongside this dry food to support hydration and overall health.
• Have Your Vet Monitor Progress: Regular veterinary checkups are recommended to monitor your dog's digestive health and overall condition while on this prescription diet.

Disclaimer: This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before feeding or adjusting any prescription diet for your pet.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Dogs Up to 30 lbs Only: This formula is made specifically for small and medium breed dogs that weigh up to 30 lbs and is not suitable for large or giant breed dogs.
• Do Not Feed to Other Pets: Only feed this prescription diet to the pet for whom it was prescribed; do not offer it to other dogs or animals in the household without veterinary guidance.
• Not a Substitute for Veterinary Care: While this food addresses stress-related digestive upsets nutritionally, it does not replace a proper veterinary diagnosis or treatment of underlying medical conditions.
• Adjust Portions to Maintain Healthy Weight: Keep an eye on your dog's body condition and adjust daily feeding amounts as needed to maintain a healthy weight. If you are unsure about the right portion size, check in with your vet.
• Keep Packaging Out of Reach: To prevent suffocation, always keep the food bag and packaging out of reach of pets and children.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Adjustment Period: Some dogs may experience temporary stool softening or mild gastrointestinal changes during the dietary transition period.
• Persistent Symptoms: If your dog's condition does not improve or worsens on this food, contact your veterinarian promptly.

Storage Information

• Store in a Cool, Dry Place: Properly seal the bag after every use and keep it in a cool, dry area, well away from sunlight and heat, to preserve the food's freshness and nutritional worth.
• Use Mixed Tocopherols for Freshness: This food contains mixed tocopherols as a natural preservative to help maintain freshness after opening.
• Seal After Each Use: Reseal the bag tightly after each feeding to protect against moisture, pests, and air exposure, which can degrade the food over time.

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: What makes Hill's i/d Stress different from regular Hill's i/d Digestive Care dog food?

Ans: Unlike standard i/d, the i/d Stress formula includes a proprietary anti-stress ingredient profile specifically designed to address stress-related gut disturbances. It additionally contains ginger and hydrolyzed casein for calming digestive support, and is formulated for small and medium dogs up to 30 lbs.

Q2: What is ActivBiome+ technology in Hill's i/d Stress food and how does it help my dog?

Ans: ActivBiome+ is Hill's proprietary blend of prebiotic fibers clinically shown to rapidly activate the gut microbiome. It supports a healthy balance of beneficial gut bacteria, promotes regular bowel movements, and helps improve stool quality in dogs experiencing stress-related digestive upset.

Q3: Can Hill's i/d Stress dog food be fed long-term as my dog's regular diet?

Ans: Yes. This food provides complete and balanced nutrition substantiated by AAFCO feeding tests for maintenance of adult dogs, so it can be fed long-term as a daily diet, particularly in stress-prone dogs who benefit from ongoing digestive and microbiome support.

Q4: Should I start feeding i/d Stress only when my dog has a digestive upset, or can I give it before stressful events?

Ans: It is best to start feeding i/d Stress before any expected stressful events like travel, vet visits, or changes at home. Starting early gives the digestive system time to adjust and the gut microbiome a chance to stabilize, which may help reduce the impact of stress-related digestive problems.

Q5: Is a prescription needed to buy Hill's Prescription Diet i/d Stress for my dog?

Ans: Yes, a valid veterinary prescription is required to purchase this food. Your veterinarian must evaluate your dog and confirm that this diet is appropriate before you can obtain it from a pharmacy or pet retailer. Always involve your vet in managing your dog's digestive health.