Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Canned Dog Food, Chicken & Barley Entrée (5.8 oz x 24 cans)

Chicken and Barley Wet Dog Food for Adult Small and Mini Breeds

Product Description

Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Chicken & Barley Entrée Canned Dog Food is a precisely balanced wet food tailored to the unique nutritional needs of small and mini breed adult dogs during the prime of their life. With high-quality protein from real chicken, easy-to-digest ingredients, including antioxidant vitamins E and C to support immune health, every can keeps small adult dogs active, healthy, and satisfied. Formulated to meet AAFCO nutritional levels for adult dog maintenance, sold as a case of 24 x 5.8 oz cans.

Benefits

• Tailored for Small and Mini Breeds: Precisely balanced nutrition designed specifically for the unique energy and body size needs of small and mini breed adult dogs of 1-6 years of age.
• Lean Muscle Support: Real chicken as the primary protein helps small adult dogs build and maintain strong, healthy lean muscle throughout their active daily lives.
• Easy to Digest: Made with easy-to-digest, purposeful ingredients that support comfortable digestion and ensure the dog gets the full nutritional benefit from every meal.
• Antioxidant Immune Support: Vitamins C at 104 ppm and E at 521 IU/kg on a dry matter basis work together to provide antioxidant protection and support a healthy immune system in adult dogs.
• High Omega-6 for Coat Health: Total omega-6 fatty acids at 5.34% dry matter help nourish the skin and support a well-maintained, healthy-looking coat in small and mini-breed adult dogs.
• Pairs Well with Dry Food: This entrée is designed to complement Hill's Science Diet dry food, giving small dogs a satisfying mealtime experience with a variety of textures throughout the day.
• Wholesome Ingredients: Every ingredient in this formula meets strict standards for purity and nutrient content, making it a wholesome and nutritious option for adult small breed dogs.

Variants

5.8 oz x 24 cans

Ingredients

Water, Chicken, Pork Liver, Whole Grain Corn, Cracked Pearled Barley, Beef By-Products, Soybean Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Dried Whey, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Iodized Salt, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid), minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Magnesium Oxide, Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

Calorie Content: 155 kcal per 5.8 oz (165 g) can.

How to Use

Recommended-Usage 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

• Adjust for Body Condition: Daily feeding amounts should be fine-tuned as needed to help the dog maintain an optimal body weight, and a vet should be consulted if the correct portion is unclear.
• Transition Over 7 Days: When introducing this food for the first time, slowly increase the new food while reducing the old over 7 days to prevent digestive upset.
• Fresh Water Always: Keep fresh drinking water available to your dog at all times throughout the day, alongside every meal, to support proper hydration.
• Refrigerate After Opening: Once opened, cover any leftover food and refrigerate it right away to keep it fresh and safe for the next meal.
• Review Needs as Dog Ages: A dog's nutritional requirements can change over time, so discussing the feeding plan with a vet at every routine check-up is encouraged.
• Keep Packaging Away: Store all cans and packaging materials away from both pets and children at all times to prevent potential suffocation hazards.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Adult Dogs Ages 1 to 6 Only: This formula is designed for small and mini breed adult dogs between 1 and 6 years of age and is not appropriate for dogs at other life stages.
• Not for Puppies or Pregnant Dogs: Puppies and dogs that are pregnant or nursing should be switched to Hill's Science Diet Puppy food to meet their specific developmental nutritional needs.
• Count All Daily Food: Any treats or supplementary foods given alongside these cans should be included in the total daily calorie count to prevent unintentional overfeeding.
• Use Feeding Chart as a Reference: The daily amounts in the feeding guide are starting reference points and should be adjusted based on the individual dog's body condition and veterinary guidance over time.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Sensitivity on Transition: Switching foods too abruptly may cause temporary stomach discomfort, making the gradual 7-day food introduction especially important before fully replacing the previous diet.

Storage Information

• Refrigerate After Opening: Once opened, cover any remaining food and refrigerate it right away to keep it fresh and safe for the next meal.
• Store Unopened Cans Properly: Unopened cans should be kept in a cool, dry place away from heat and moisture until ready to serve.

Shipping & Return

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What makes this small breed wet dog food different from the regular Hill's adult chicken and barley entrée?

Ans: This formula is specifically tailored for small and mini-breed adult dogs weighing up to 30 lbs, with a precisely calibrated calorie profile of 155 kcal per 5.8 oz can. The regular adult entrée is designed for larger dogs with different energy requirements. This version ensures that small-breed dogs get the right amount of nutrition without excess calories from oversized portions.

Q2: How many cans should I feed my 10 lb small breed dog each day?

Ans: For a 10 lb adult dog, the recommended daily starting amount is 2 cans per day. This serves as a reference only and should be adjusted based on the dog's individual body condition, activity level, and any additional treats or supplementary foods given throughout the day. Consulting a vet helps confirm the right amount over time.

Q3: Can I mix this small dog chicken wet food with Hill's dry kibble?

Ans: Yes, this canned entrée works well alongside Hill's Science Diet dry food, bringing texture and variety to meals that picky small-breed dogs are likely to appreciate. When mixing wet and dry, adjust each portion to make sure total daily calories stay within the right range for your dog's weight.

Q4: Is this small breed adult wet food suitable for toy breed dogs too?

Ans: Yes, this formula is appropriate for both small and toy breed adult dogs. The feeding chart covers dogs from as light as 2 lbs up to 30 lbs, making it flexible enough to suit the full range of small and toy-sized adult dogs between 1 and 6 years of age who weigh within that range.

Q5: Does Hill's small dog chicken barley canned food support skin and coat health?

Ans: Yes, this formula contains total omega-6 fatty acids at 5.34% dry matter, which is notably high among small breed wet dog foods in the same range. This level of omega-6 helps nourish the skin and maintain a healthy, well-conditioned coat in small and mini-breed adult dogs during regular daily feeding.

Q6: At what age should I stop feeding my small-breed dog this adult formula?

Ans: This formula is recommended for adult dogs between 1 and 6 years of age. Once a small or mini breed dog reaches 7 years, transitioning to Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Small & Mini Chicken & Barley Entrée is the recommended next step, as that formula is specifically designed to support the different nutritional needs of aging small and mini breed dogs.

Q7: How should I store opened and unopened cans of this small-breed wet dog food?

Ans: Once opened, cover any remaining food and refrigerate it right away to keep it fresh and safe for the next meal. Store unopened ones in a cool, dry place away from heat and moisture until ready to serve.