Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care with Tuna Canned Cat Food (5.5 oz x 24 cans)

Kidney Support Tuna Wet Food for Cats

Product Description

Hill's Prescription Diet Kidney Care with Tuna is a specifically formulated wet cat food that helps support kidney function and enhance your cat's overall well-being. With a tasty tuna pâté texture, it encourages your cat to eat while providing controlled phosphorus, essential nutrients, and ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense to aid gut and kidney health. This formula, which veterinarians recommend, also promotes urinary balance for long-term care.

Benefits

• Kidney Support Formula: Helps protect vital kidney function by managing phosphorus and nutrient levels to reduce organ workload.
• Gut Microbiome Care: Contains ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense prebiotics that nourish beneficial gut bacteria and support kidney health.
• Urinary Health Support: Formulated to promote a balanced urinary environment that helps reduce crystal formation risks in cats.
• Highly Palatable Taste: Tuna pâté texture encourages consistent eating, especially helpful for cats with reduced appetite or illness.
• Muscle Maintenance Support: Provides controlled protein and essential nutrients to help maintain lean muscle and overall strength.

Ingredients

Water, chicken, pork liver, tuna, rice, fish oil, chicken fat, egg product, vitamins, minerals, taurine, L-carnitine.

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How to Use

Directions for Use

• Consult Your Vet: Make sure to use this prescription diet only with your veterinarian's guidance to ensure it’s suitable for your cat’s specific health needs.
• Slow Transition: Gradually introduce this food over a week by mixing in more of it with your cat’s current food each day.
• Stick to the Feeding Guide: Follow the recommended daily amount based on your cat’s weight and health condition, as your vet suggests.
• Keep Water Fresh: Always have clean, fresh water available with meals to help keep your cat hydrated and support their kidney health.

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

Additional Information

Precautions

• Prescription Diet Only: Intended for therapeutic use and should not be fed without veterinary recommendation or supervision.
• Not For All Cats: Not suitable for kittens, pregnant, or nursing cats unless specifically directed by a veterinarian.
• Monitor Health Status: Regular veterinary checkups are recommended to check kidney function and overall health during feeding.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Changes: Some cats may have mild digestive upset, like loose stools, during the early period of changing their diet.
• Reduced Appetite: Cats with kidney disease might have an inconsistent appetite, even with a palatable formulation. This requires monitoring and guidance from a vet.

Storage Information

• Store Properly: Keep unopened cans away from direct sunlight and excessive heat. Store them. Always store them in a cool and dry place.
• Refrigerate After Opening: Cover and refrigerate unused portions promptly and use within a reasonable timeframe for freshness.
• Serve at Room Temperature: Allow refrigerated food to reach room temperature before serving to improve palatability for your cat.

Shipping & Return

We offer ground, express, priority, and international 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: Is Hill's Prescription Diet k/d suitable for all cats?

Ans: This food is specially formulated for cats with kidney disease and should only be used under veterinary supervision. It is not recommended for kittens, pregnant, or lactating cats unless advised by a veterinarian, as it is designed for specific medical nutritional needs.

Q2: How does this food support kidney health in cats?

Ans: This formula contains controlled phosphorus, high-quality protein, and ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense, which helps nourish the gut microbiome and reduce toxin buildup. These features work together to support kidney function and improve overall health in cats with renal conditions.

Q3: Can this food help with urinary issues in cats?

Ans: Yes, this diet is formulated to promote a urinary environment that helps reduce the risk of struvite and calcium oxalate crystal formation. Maintaining this balance supports overall urinary tract health alongside its primary kidney care benefits.

Q4: How should I transition my cat to this food?

Ans: A gradual transition over the course of a week is recommended. Start by mixing in more of this new food with your cat's usual diet. This approach helps to reduce any digestive issues and gives your cat a chance to adapt to the new therapeutic nutrition comfortably.

Q5: Why is veterinary approval required for this product?

Ans: This is a prescription diet formulated to manage specific health conditions like CKD (chronic kidney disease). Veterinary approval ensures the diet is appropriate for your cat’s condition and helps monitor progress, ensuring safe and effective long-term nutritional management.