Hill's Science Diet Kitten Wet Cat Food, Chicken (2.8 oz x 24 pouches)

Tender Chicken Dinner Single-Serve Wet Food Pouches for Kittens

Product Description

The Hill's Science Diet Kitten Tender Chicken Dinner is a convenient single-serve pouch featuring real chicken chunks in a rich gravy that kittens tend to love at mealtime. Formulated to support the developmental needs of kittens under one year, it provides high-quality protein for growing muscles, balanced minerals for strong bones, and clinically proven antioxidant vitamins C and E for a healthy immune system. Also suitable for pregnant and nursing cats.

Benefits

• Easy-Open Single-Serve Pouch: Each pouch is easy to open and ready to feed with no measuring, scooping, or serving prep required at mealtime.
• Tender Chicken in Gravy: Real chicken chunks in a rich, decadent gravy create a soft, palatable meal that even the pickiest kittens enjoy.
• High Protein for Growth: Protein at 43.5% dry matter supports healthy lean muscle development in kittens throughout their first year of life.
• Strong Bones and Teeth: Calcium at 1.49% and phosphorus at 1.19% dry matter support healthy skeletal and dental development in growing kittens.
• Antioxidant Immune Support: Clinically proven vitamins C at 133 ppm and E at 822 IU/kg support a healthy, developing immune system in kittens.
• Pairs with Dry Kitten Food: This pouch works as a complete standalone meal or as a flavourful topper on Hill's Science Diet dry kitten food.
• For Pregnant and Nursing Cats: Formulated to meet nutritional levels for gestating and lactating adult female cats alongside growing kittens.

Variants

2.8 oz x 24 pouches

Ingredients

Water, Chicken, Pork Liver, Wheat Flour, Modified Rice Starch, Wheat Gluten, Soy Protein Isolate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Egg Whites, Oat Fiber, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Fish Oil, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, Guar Gum, minerals (Calcium Chloride, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate), Salt, Iodized Salt, 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, Magnesium Oxide, Caramel color, Beta-Carotene.

Guaranteed Analysis

Calorie Content: 901 kcal/kg.

How to Use

Recommended-Usage Chart

Disclaimer: Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.

Directions for Use

• Adjust for Optimal Weight: Fine-tune daily pouch amounts as needed to help the kitten maintain a healthy body weight at each growth stage.
• Transition Over 7 Days: Start with a small amount of this new food mixed into the current food and gradually shift the ratio over a full week until the switch is complete.
• Fresh Water Always: Keep fresh drinking water available to the kitten at all times throughout the day, alongside every pouch.
• Review with Vet: A kitten's nutritional needs shift at each growth stage, so check in with a vet at every routine visit to keep amounts accurate.

Additional Information

Precautions

• For Kittens, Pregnant & Nursing Cats: This formula is designed for kittens from weaning through one year and for gestating or lactating adult female cats.
• Not for Adult Cats: This formula is not appropriate for adult cats, Adult 7+ cats, or obese or obese-prone cats at any life stage.
• Update Portions as Kitten Grows: Daily pouch amounts change across each age bracket, so adjusting at every developmental stage helps prevent under or overfeeding.

Possible Side Effects

• Digestive Sensitivity: Switching to a new food too quickly can cause temporary digestive discomfort in some growing kittens.

Storage Information

• Refrigerate After Opening: Cover any unused portion and refrigerate it straight away to retain moisture and keep it fresh for the next meal.
• Store Unopened Pouches Properly: Keep unopened pouches in a cool, dry place away from heat and moisture until ready to serve.

Shipping & Return

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How is this kitten chicken dinner pouch different from the kitten chicken and vegetables stew pouch?

Ans: The key difference is texture and format. This pouch delivers tender baked chicken chunks in a rich, decadent gravy, while the Kitten Chicken & Vegetables Stew pouch features a hearty stew with real vegetables in broth. This pouch is also verified for pregnant and nursing cats, while the stew pouch is for growing kittens only up to one year.

Q2: Can this kitten wet food pouch be used as a topper on dry kitten kibble?

Ans: Yes, Hill's specifically highlights this pouch as a great option to serve on top of Science Diet dry kitten food. Adding it as a topper enriches the meal with extra moisture, aroma, and texture variety, which is helpful for kittens that need encouragement to eat or for owners who want to combine the convenience of dry food with the palatability of wet food daily.

Q3: Why does this kitten chicken pouch have a higher protein content than most kitten canned foods?

Ans: The 43.5% dry matter protein content is higher than most canned formats, which is typical of wet food pouches due to their ingredient composition and moisture-adjusted nutrient profile. Kittens need a lot of protein in their first year to fuel rapid muscle growth, making this elevated protein level well suited to their developmental needs.

Q4: Is this Hill's kitten chicken pouch suitable for a nursing cat?

Ans: Yes, this formula is formulated to meet AAFCO nutritional levels for both growing kittens and gestating or lactating adult female cats. The manufacturer specifically notes that nursing cats should have food available at all times, acknowledging their elevated daily energy and nutritional requirements during the lactation period following birth.

Q5: How should I store an opened pouch of this kitten chicken wet food?

Ans: Cover any unused portion and refrigerate it straight away after opening to retain moisture and keep the food fresh. Opened pouches should not be kept at room temperature for longer periods, as this can affect freshness and food safety. Always serve refrigerated food at room temperature or slightly warmed for best acceptance.

Q6: Does this kitten pouch contain taurine, and why is it important for kittens?

Ans: Yes, taurine is listed as a direct ingredient in this formula. Cats cannot synthesize sufficient taurine on their own, making dietary inclusion essential at every life stage. For kittens specifically, taurine supports healthy cardiac muscle development and normal visual development during the first year when these organ systems are actively forming and maturing.

Q7: When should I transition my kitten from this wet food pouch to a Hill's adult wet food?

Ans: Use this formula from weaning through to around one year old. When your kitten turns one, it is time to move to a Hill's Science Diet adult wet food. A gradual seven-day transition helps the digestive system adjust comfortably before fully replacing this kitten formula.