Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Canned Cat Food, Liver & Chicken Entrée (5.5 oz x 24 cans)

Weight Management Wet Cat Food with Liver and Chicken

Product Description

Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver and Chicken Entrée wet cat food delivers a low-calorie, low-fat formula in a larger 5.5 oz can format, designed for adult cats aged 1 to 6 years that require fewer calories due to a less active lifestyle, neutered status, or a tendency toward weight gain. Natural fiber supports satiety between meals while high-quality protein preserves lean muscle.

Benefits

• Ideal Body Weight: This low-calorie, low-fat formula is clinically designed to help less active, neutered, or obesity-prone adult cats achieve and sustain an ideal body weight.
• Satiety Between Meals: Natural fiber is incorporated to help keep adult cats feeling satisfied between scheduled feeding times, reducing the likelihood of overconsumption throughout the day.
• Lean Muscle Preservation: High-quality protein is included in this formula to help weight-managing adult cats preserve lean muscle mass, even during a calorie-restricted diet.
• Immune Support: Clinically proven antioxidants, including Vitamins C and E, are incorporated to actively support a healthy immune system in adult cats aged 1 to 6. Vitamin E is confirmed at 809 IU/kg on a dry matter basis.
• Easy to Digest: This formula is made with purposeful, easily digestible ingredients to ensure optimal nutrient absorption in adult cats throughout their weight management program.

Variants

5.5 oz cans

Ingredients

Water, Pork Liver, Pork By-Products, Chicken, Rice, Wheat Flour, Powdered Cellulose, Corn Starch, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Fish Oil, Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Calcium Carbonate, Brewers Dried Yeast, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, Caramel Color, Carrageenan, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Taurine, DL-Methionine, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, Minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

How to Use

Recommended Usage Chart

Directions for Use

• Adult Cats Only: Clinically formulated exclusively for adult cats aged 1 to 6 years and is not appropriate for kittens or cats at other life stages.
• Ideal for Less Active Cats: This formula works especially well for adult cats that are less active, neutered, or naturally prone to weight gain and need a reduced calorie intake.
• Two Feeding Modes: This formula provides separate portion guidance for weight loss and weight management. Use the weight loss column to actively reduce body weight and the weight management column to maintain the cat's target weight once achieved.
• 7-Day Transition: A phased dietary transition over 7 days minimizes gastrointestinal disruption when introducing this formula to your cat.
• Fresh Water: Continuous access to fresh water is essential to support healthy hydration and urinary tract function in adult cats throughout the day.
• Adjust Portions: Daily feeding amounts must be reassessed and adjusted as the cat progresses through weight loss or transitions to weight management maintenance.
• Vet Checkups: Regular veterinary checkups are recommended to monitor the cat's weight trajectory and reassess daily portions as the management program progresses.

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

• Age Restriction: This diet is clinically formulated for adult cats aged 1 to 6 years only and is not appropriate for kittens or cats aged 7 and above.
• Contraindicated During Lactation: Pregnant or nursing cats have significantly elevated nutritional demands and must be immediately transitioned to an appropriate diet accordingly.

Storage Information

• Refrigerate After Opening: Any unused portion must be covered and refrigerated immediately after opening to maintain food safety and prevent spoilage.
• Store Unopened Cans: Unopened cans should be stored in a cool, moisture-free place away from direct sunlight to preserve nutritional quality and freshness.

Shipping & Return

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What type of cats is Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver and Chicken Entrée 5.5 oz best suited for?

Ans: This formula is developed for adult cats aged 1 to 6 years that are less active, neutered, or prone to weight gain and require a reduced daily caloric intake. Rather than simply cutting calories, it delivers complete and balanced nutrition through a low-calorie, low-fat profile that actively supports healthy body weight management.

Q2: What is the difference between the 5.5 oz and the 2.9 oz variant of this formula?

Ans: Both variants contain the same formula, ingredients, and nutrient profile. The 5.5 oz can format is a larger serving size suited to cats requiring higher daily feeding volumes or multi-cat households, while the 2.9 oz format offers more precise portion control for cats on stricter caloric targets. Daily portion counts differ accordingly between the two formats.

Q3: Why does this formula have two separate feeding columns in the usage chart?

Ans: The two columns reflect two distinct phases of a weight management program. The weight loss column specifies a reduced daily portion to actively support body weight reduction. Once the cat reaches its target weight, the weight management column provides a slightly higher portion to sustain that healthy body condition over the long term.

Q4: How many 5.5 oz cans per day should a 12 lb adult cat receive for weight loss?

Ans: An adult cat with an ideal weight of 12 lbs (5.4 kg) should receive approximately 1 1/3 cans of 5.5 oz per day during active weight loss, and 1 2/3 cans per day for ongoing weight management once the target weight is achieved. Amounts should be adjusted based on individual progress with veterinary guidance.

Q5: Is this formula appropriate for neutered or spayed adult cats?

Ans: Yes, this formula is specifically identified by the manufacturer as appropriate for neutered cats, as well as for cats that are less active or prone to obesity. Neutering alters metabolic rate and energy requirements in adult cats, and this low-calorie, low-fat formula is calibrated to address those reduced needs.

Q6: Can this formula be used alongside Hill's Science Diet Light dry cat food?

Ans: Yes, this formula can be served alongside a compatible Hill's Science Diet Light dry food. When combining both formats, the total daily caloric intake from all portions must be calculated together to maintain accurate weight management control.

Q7: How does high fiber in this formula help with weight management?

Ans: Natural fiber is incorporated into this formula to help control hunger between meals, which supports dietary compliance in adult cats on a calorie-restricted program. By promoting a feeling of fullness, fiber reduces the tendency for cats to seek additional food between scheduled feedings.

Q8: Is this formula nutritionally complete for adult cats on a weight management program?

Ans: Yes, this formula is formulated to meet the nutritional levels set by the AAFCO for the maintenance of adult cats. It provides complete and balanced nutrition, ensuring that adult cats receive all essential nutrients even while consuming a reduced caloric intake for weight management.