Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic + Mobility, Weight + j/d Joint Care Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food

Clinically Proven Weight Loss and Joint Care Dry Food for Overweight Dogs with Arthritis

Product Description

Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic + Mobility is a dual-action prescription dry food clinically proven to tackle both weight and joint health in adult dogs. It helps dogs shed weight naturally, cutting body weight by 13% in 60 days, while improving joint mobility in just 21 days. Omega-3 fatty acids, glucosamine, and chondroitin support joints, and a fiber blend keeps dogs feeling full between meals.

Benefits

• Clinically Proven Weight Loss in 60 Days: This formula is clinically proven to reduce body weight by 13% in 60 days by naturally activating a dog's unique metabolism — not just restricting calories.
• Improves Joint Mobility in 21 Days: The j/d component is clinically proven to improve joint mobility in as little as 21 days, helping overweight dogs with concurrent osteoarthritis or mobility challenges move more freely.
• Omega-3s Ease Joint Movement: Fish oil delivers therapeutic omega-3 fatty acids that nourish joint cartilage and help dogs run, walk, and jump more comfortably.
• Supports Joint Cartilage Structure: Added glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate help nourish and maintain healthy joint cartilage in dogs dealing with arthritis or mobility issues.
• Unique Fiber Blend for Satiety: A proprietary fiber blend sourced from fruits and vegetables including tomato pomace, beet pulp, oat fiber, carrots, and coconut oil helps dogs feel full and satisfied between meals without overeating.
• Prevents Weight Regain After Loss: The metabolic formula is designed to help keep lost weight off by naturally adjusting the dog's metabolism for long-term weight maintenance alongside ongoing joint support.
• Burns Fat, Protects Cells: L-carnitine drives fat metabolism and preserves muscle, while alpha-lipoic acid works as a strong antioxidant to support energy and cellular health.
• Complete and Balanced for Lifelong Feeding: Substantiated by AAFCO feeding tests as complete and balanced for adult dogs, this food can be fed long-term for continued weight and joint management.

Ingredients

Chicken Meal, Brewers Rice, Flaxseed, Soybean Meal, Whole Grain Corn, Powdered Cellulose, Wheat Gluten, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavor, Oat Fiber, Fish Oil, Coconut Oil, Lactic Acid, Pork Liver Flavor, Potassium Chloride, DL-Methionine, Carrots, Iodized Salt, Lipoic Acid, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Niacin Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Choline Chloride, L-Lysine, Taurine, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, L-Carnitine, Chondroitin Sulfate, Beta-Carotene.

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How to Use

Directions for Use

• Veterinary Prescription Required: This is a prescription therapeutic diet; a valid veterinary prescription is required before purchase and it should only be fed under ongoing veterinary supervision.
• Feed Exclusively for Best Results: For optimal weight and joint care, feed this food exclusively; dry and wet Metabolic + Mobility formulas may be combined as directed, but avoid non-prescription foods.
• Transition Gradually over 7 Days: Mix increasing amounts of this food with decreasing amounts of the old diet over 7 or more days to minimize digestive disruption during the dietary change.
• Ask Your Vet for Specific Amounts: Daily feeding recommendations on the packaging are a starting guide only; your veterinarian will advise the correct daily portions based on your dog's weight, body condition, and mobility status.
• Track Weight and Mobility: Check your dog's weight and joint movement regularly, adjusting food portions as needed with guidance from your vet.
• Always Offer Fresh Water: Keep clean water available at all times to support hydration, joint lubrication, and your dog's overall health throughout treatment.
• Never Skip Vet Visits: Regular vet monitoring of body weight, condition, and joint mobility ensures this diet is working well for your dog.

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

• Not for Puppies or Pregnant/Nursing Dogs: This formula is not recommended for growing puppies or pregnant and nursing dogs; consult your veterinarian for an appropriate alternative for these life stages.
• For Overweight Dogs with Joint Concerns Only: This therapeutic diet is formulated for adult dogs with both weight and mobility challenges; do not feed to healthy lean dogs without veterinary authorization.
• Do Not Feed to Other Pets: Only feed this food to the dog for whom it was specifically prescribed; do not share with other dogs or cats in the household without separate veterinary guidance.
• Monitor Weight Loss Rate: Dogs should not lose weight too rapidly; excessively fast weight loss can cause health complications, including muscle wasting; consult your vet if weight drops faster than recommended.
• Keep Packaging Out of Reach: To prevent suffocation, always keep the food bag and packaging out of reach of pets and children at all times.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Adjustment Period: Some dogs may experience temporary changes in stool consistency or mild digestive upset when first transitioning to this new dual-action prescription formula.
• Increased Food-Seeking Behavior: Dogs switching to this calorie-controlled formula may initially show increased hunger or food-seeking behavior between meals during the first few weeks.
• Rapid Weight Loss Risk: Excessively fast weight loss can cause muscle wasting and other health complications; always monitor your dog's weight progress and contact your vet if loss seems too rapid.
• Reduced Appetite Initially: Some dogs may show reduced interest in this new food during the early transition period; a gradual 7-day dietary switch can help ease the adjustment.

Storage Information

• Seal and Store Properly: Keep the bag tightly closed and tucked away somewhere cool, dry, and out of direct sunlight to stay fresh.
• Naturally Preserved for Freshness: Mixed tocopherols are used to keep this food naturally fresh and maintain its quality once the bag is opened.
• Reseal Tightly Every Time: Always close the bag securely after each feeding to keep out moisture, air, and pests between meals.
• Lock Away From Everyone: Store this prescription food somewhere children and other pets simply cannot get to, preventing any accidental eating.

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: How does Hill's Metabolic + Mobility j/d address both weight and joint health at the same time?

Ans: This formula combines Hill's metabolic weight management technology with j/d joint care nutrition in one food. The metabolic component activates fat-burning metabolism and uses a fiber blend for satiety, while the j/d component delivers high-level omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil plus glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to nourish joint cartilage and improve mobility.

Q2: How quickly can I expect to see improvements in my dog's weight and joint mobility?

Ans: Clinical studies show this formula can improve joint mobility in as little as 21 days and cut body weight by 13% within 60 days. Getting these results comes down to sticking strictly to the diet, controlling portions carefully, and keeping up with regular vet checkups throughout the program.

Q3: Why is reducing body weight important for dogs with joint disease like arthritis?

Ans: Carrying extra weight puts more pressure on a dog's joints, speeding up cartilage breakdown and making pain and inflammation worse in arthritic dogs. Even losing a small amount of weight can take a lot of stress off the joints, help dogs move better, and reduce how much they rely on pain medication, which is why keeping weight in check matters so much for joint health.

Q4: Can I mix Hill's Metabolic + Mobility dry food with the wet version?

Ans: Yes. The dry and wet Metabolic + Mobility formulas can be combined or fed concurrently. Mixing both formats can increase palatability and fluid intake, which benefits dogs with joint disease and weight concerns. Confirm the appropriate daily combination and total amounts with your veterinarian.

Q5: Is Hill's Metabolic + Mobility j/d safe for puppies or pregnant dogs?

Ans: No, this formula is not the right fit for puppies that are still growing or dogs that are pregnant or nursing. It is made specifically for adult dogs dealing with both weight and joint issues at the same time. Your vet can point you toward a better option for dogs at those life stages.

Q6: What role do glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate play in this joint care formula?

Ans: Glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are structural components of joint cartilage. Supplementing with these compounds helps nourish and maintain the integrity of cartilage in arthritic joints, reducing further breakdown and supporting more comfortable movement in dogs with osteoarthritis or mobility challenges.

Q7: Do I need a prescription to purchase Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic + Mobility j/d for my dog?

Ans: Yes, a valid vet prescription is needed before purchasing this food. Your vet has to look at your dog's weight and joint condition first, then recommend this diet as part of a supervised plan tackling both issues together.