Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Dry Cat Food

Hairball Control Dry Cat Food for Weight Management

Product Description

Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken Recipe is a dry cat food formulated for adult cats aged 1 to 6 that are prone to both hairball formation and weight gain. It contains 13% fewer calories compared to Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control. L-Carnitine supports fat metabolism, while powdered cellulose provides the natural fiber needed to help reduce hairballs.

Benefits

• Dual Purpose: This formula provides nutrition to help avoid hairball formation for cats who would benefit from a lighter, healthier lifestyle, addressing both hairball control and weight management in a single formula.
• L-Carnitine for Fat Metabolism: L-Carnitine is included to help promote fat metabolism and support an ideal body weight in adult cats prone to weight gain.
• 13% Fewer Calories: This formula contains 13% fewer calories than Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control, providing 279 kcal per cup to support caloric restriction in weight-prone cats.
• Natural Fiber for Hairball Reduction: Powdered cellulose is included as the primary fiber source to help move ingested fur through the digestive tract and reduce hairball formation in adult cats.
• High Protein at Reduced Calories: At 40.2% protein on a dry matter basis, this formula delivers a higher protein content than the standard Hairball Control variant at 34%, supporting lean muscle maintenance even during caloric reduction.
• Heart and Eye Health: Taurine is included to support healthy heart and eyes in adult cats, ensuring these critical functions are maintained throughout weight management.
• Healthy Fur Support: Vitamin E and Omega-6 fatty acids are included to promote healthy fur in adult cats.

Variants

7 lb

15.5 lb

Ingredients

Composition

Chicken, Brewers Rice, Corn Protein Meal, Whole Grain Wheat, Wheat Gluten, Powdered Cellulose, Pea Protein, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor, Dried Beet Pulp, Calcium Sulfate, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Soybean Oil, DL-Methionine, Iodized Salt, L-Lysine, 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), Taurine, Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Carnitine, Mixed Tocopherols for Freshness, Dicalcium Phosphate, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

Caloric Content: 3,180 kcal/kg | 279 kcal/cup

How to Use

Recommended Dosage Chart

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

Directions for Use

• For Adult Cats Aged 1 to 6 with Weight Concerns: This formula is recommended for adult cats aged 1 to 6 that are prone to both hairball formation and weight gain.
• Select the Correct Feeding Column: Use the Weight Loss column to reduce body weight and the Weight Management column to maintain current ideal weight. Consult a veterinarian to determine which column is appropriate.
• Transition Over 7 Days: Mix increasing amounts of this food with decreasing amounts of the previous food over 7 days to minimize digestive disruption.
• Adjust for Body Condition: Feeding amounts should be reviewed regularly and adjusted based on observed changes in the cat's body weight and condition throughout the weight management program.
• Fresh Water Access: Fresh water must remain available to the cat at all times throughout the day.
• Veterinary Consultation Advised: Pet owners are encouraged to work with their veterinarian to determine the appropriate feeding column and monitor progress toward the cat's ideal body weight.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Hairball-Prone and Weight-Prone Adult Cats Only: This formula is not a general adult maintenance formula and is specifically intended for adult cats aged 1 to 6 prone to both hairballs and weight gain.
• Not for Kittens or Pregnant Cats: This food is not suitable for kittens or pregnant and nursing cats, who require dedicated life-stage formulas.
• Wheat and Grain Ingredients: This formula includes whole grain wheat, wheat gluten, and brewers rice and is not suitable for cats with confirmed grain or wheat sensitivities.
• Monitor Body Weight: Because this formula is designed to support weight loss or maintenance, the cat's body condition should be assessed regularly with veterinary guidance to prevent excessive weight loss.
• Packaging Safety: The packaging should be kept out of reach of pets and children to prevent suffocation risk.

Possible Side Effects

• Changes in Stool Consistency: The high fiber content of 8.2% crude fiber may cause temporary changes in stool frequency or consistency when first introduced without a phased transition.
• Wheat or Grain Sensitivity: Cats with confirmed sensitivities to wheat or grain-based ingredients may show signs of dietary intolerance after consuming this formula.
• Excessive Weight Loss if Underfed: Because this formula is lower in caloric density, using the weight loss column for a cat already at its ideal weight may result in unintended caloric deficit over time.

Storage Information

• Store in a Sealed Bag: Reseal the bag firmly after every use and store in a cool, dry place to protect freshness and nutritional quality.
• Keep Packaging Away from Pets: The packaging must be kept well out of reach of pets and children to avoid accidental choking hazards.

Shipping & Return

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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is the difference between Hill's Hairball Control and Hairball Control Light for cats?

Ans: The standard Hairball Control formula is for adult cats aged 1 to 6 prone to hairballs only, providing 321 kcal per cup. The Light variant is specifically for cats prone to both hairballs and weight gain, providing 279 kcal per cup with L-Carnitine for fat metabolism and a higher protein content of 40.2% at reduced fat of 9.7%.

Q2: How does L-Carnitine in this formula help with weight management in cats?

Ans: L-Carnitine works as an amino acid derivative that directs fatty acids into cells to be used as fuel rather than stored as fat. In a formula designed for weight-prone adult cats, this plays a key role in keeping fat metabolism in check, all while complementing the deliberately reduced caloric density of 279 kcal per cup.

Q3: How do I know whether to use the weight loss or weight management feeding column?

Ans: Go with the Weight Loss column if the cat currently weighs more than its ideal weight and needs to shed some. Stick to the Weight Management column if the cat is already at a healthy weight, and the goal is simply to keep it there. A veterinarian can confirm which column fits best based on the cat's current body condition score.

Q4: Does this formula still protect against hairballs despite having fewer calories?

Ans: Yes. Powdered cellulose remains the primary fiber source in this formula, maintaining a crude fiber content of 8.2% to help move ingested fur through the digestive tract. The reduction in calories is achieved primarily through lower fat content at 9.7% rather than through a reduction in fiber levels.

Q5: How many calories per cup does Hill's Hairball Control Light provide?

Ans: This formula provides 279 kcal per 8-oz cup. This is 13% fewer calories than the standard Hairball Control formula, making it appropriate for adult cats aged 1 to 6 that are prone to both hairball formation and weight gain.

Q6: Is this formula suitable for a cat that only has a weight problem but not hairballs?

Ans: This formula is specifically positioned for cats prone to both hairballs and weight gain. For cats with weight concerns only, Hill's offers dedicated adult weight management formulas such as Hill's Science Diet Adult Light or Adult Perfect Weight, which are better suited to that single health goal.

Q7: How much should I feed my 12 lb overweight cat per day on this formula?

Ans: A cat with an ideal target weight of 12 lbs (5.4 kg) that needs to lose weight should receive approximately 3/4 cup (65 g) per day using the Weight Loss column as a starting point. This should be adjusted based on the cat's progress and body condition, with regular veterinary monitoring recommended.

Q8: Can I feed this food to my pregnant cat that has hairball issues?

Ans: Pregnant or nursing cats have distinct nutritional needs that this formula is not designed to cover. Switching to Hill's Science Diet Kitten or Kitten Indoor dry cat food during these stages ensures their specific dietary requirements are properly met.