Hill's Science Diet Senior 7+ Canned Dog Food, Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables (12.8 oz x 12 cans)

Chicken and Vegetable Stew Wet Dog Food for Dogs 7 Years+

Product Description

Give your senior dog a meal worth getting excited about with Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables. Tender real chicken pieces are mixed with wholesome brown rice, carrots, green peas, and nutrient-rich spinach in a rich, hearty gravy. Built for dogs aged 7 and older, this formula covers all the bases of senior nutrition, including higher protein at 4% minimum, gentle fiber for easy digestion, balanced minerals to support heart and kidney health, and solid hydration in every spoonful.

Benefits

• Real Chicken First: This stew leads with real chicken as its first ingredient, giving aging dogs a lean, high-quality protein source that is both easy to digest and highly appealing at mealtime.
• Higher Protein Profile: This chicken stew comes in at a minimum crude protein content of 4.0% on an as-fed basis, putting it noticeably ahead of the beef stew variant in terms of protein content per serving.
• Heart and Kidney Care: Thoughtfully balanced minerals alongside controlled phosphorus levels are built into this formula specifically to protect the aging heart and kidneys of senior dogs.
• Kidney-Supportive Hydration: Being a wet food, this stew adds useful moisture to your dog's daily meals, helping aging kidneys work more efficiently and supporting overall urinary tract health.
• Smooth Senior Digestion: This recipe includes gentle fiber sources that promote healthy bowel regularity and comfortable digestion, which is especially valuable for senior dogs whose digestive systems tend to be more sensitive with age.
• Taurine for Cardiac Health: Taurine is included to actively support healthy cardiac muscle function in aging dogs, adding an extra layer of heart health protection in every serving.
• L-Carnitine Support: L-Carnitine is included to help the body convert fat into energy, supporting healthy body weight management and metabolic function in less active senior dogs.

Variants

12.8 oz

Ingredients

Water, Chicken, Pork Liver, Brown Rice, Carrots, Rice Starch, Wheat Flour, Potato Starch, Dried Beet Pulp, Pork Plasma, Potatoes, Dextrose, Green Peas, Spinach, Chicken Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor, Calcium Carbonate, Flaxseed, Soybean Oil, Potassium Chloride, Guar Gum, Choline Chloride, Sodium Pyrophosphate, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid), Minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Potassium Iodide), L-Carnitine, L-Lysine, Taurine, Caramel Color.

Guaranteed Analysis

How to Use

Recommended Feeding 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

• Warm Refrigerated Portions Slightly: If serving a stored portion from the refrigerator, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to enhance the aroma and make it more appealing to your dog.
• Use as a Complete Meal or Topper: This stew stands on its own as a fully balanced daily meal or can be ladled over a compatible Science Diet dry kibble for added flavor and moisture.
• Seven-Day Transition Period: Changing your dog's food should always be done gradually; blend increasing amounts of this stew with decreasing amounts of the current food over a full week.
• Cover and Refrigerate: After every serving, seal the remaining stew and refrigerate it immediately; consume within 7 days of opening and discard any portions past that point.
• Fresh Water at Every Meal: Always place a full, clean water bowl near your senior dog's feeding spot to complement the hydration this stew provides and support kidney health.
• Monitor Nutritional Needs Over Time: As dogs age further into their senior years, their caloric and nutrient requirements can shift; review feeding plans with your vet at each checkup.

Additional Information

Precautions

• Not for Dogs Under 7 Years: This formula is nutritionally configured for the life-stage needs of dogs aged 7 and above and is not appropriate for younger adult dogs or puppies.
• Pregnant and Nursing Dogs Need Puppy Food: Dogs during pregnancy or nursing require considerably higher caloric and protein intake and must be switched to a dedicated puppy formula.
• Mash Chunks for Small Breeds: Some very small breed dogs may find the stew's chunk size difficult to manage; consider cutting or mashing pieces before serving if needed.
• Check Packaging: Before opening any can, check that the seal is fully intact and the can is free from damage; a compromised can should be discarded without use.
  

Possible Side Effects

• Transition-Related Digestive Upset: Moving to any new food too quickly may bring on temporary soft stools or mild stomach discomfort, which is why sticking to the 7-day transition plan is always a good idea.
• Gravy Preference Variability: It is not uncommon for some dogs to pick out the chunks and skip the gravy, so if this becomes a consistent pattern, check in with your vet about finding a better feeding approach.
  

Storage Information

• Room Temperature for Unopened Cans: Keep all sealed cans in a dry, cool area at a stable room temperature between 50°F and 100°F, away from direct sunlight or any heat sources.
• Refrigerate Promptly After Opening: Once opened, cover the remaining stew and store it in the refrigerator at or below 40°F; it remains safe and fresh for up to 7 days after opening.
• Avoid Freezing at All Times: Placing this canned stew in the freezer is not advised; freezing damages the texture of the chicken and vegetable pieces and reduces the overall nutritional integrity.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How does Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables differ from the Beef & Vegetables variant?

Ans: This chicken stew contains a higher minimum crude protein level of 4.0% compared to 3.5% in the beef variant, and it features chicken as the primary protein source rather than beef. It also provides 305 calories per can versus 319 calories in the beef version, making it a slightly lower-calorie stew option for senior dogs.

Q2: How many calories does each 12.8 oz can of this senior chicken stew provide?

Ans: Each 12.8 oz can of Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables contains 305 calories. This lower caloric value compared to the beef stew variant makes it a slightly better option for senior dogs that are less active or prone to weight gain in their later years.

Q3: Does this formula include L-Carnitine, and what benefit does it provide for senior dogs?

Ans: Yes, L-Carnitine is included in this formula. It plays an important role in helping the body convert fat into usable energy, which supports healthy weight management and metabolic function. This is especially beneficial for senior dogs with reduced activity levels that may be at greater risk of unhealthy weight gain over time.

Q4: Is Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Savory Stew with Chicken & Vegetables appropriate for dogs with reduced appetite?

Ans: Yes, many senior dog owners report that the flavorful chicken and gravy combination in this stew helped reignite interest in mealtimes for dogs that had become selective eaters. The warm, aromatic gravy format and soft, tender chicken chunks are particularly appealing to older dogs that may have reduced appetite or dental sensitivity.

Q5: Can this chicken and vegetable stew be served to senior dogs that are on a dry food diet?

Ans: Yes, this stew works very effectively as a flavorful topper ladled over a compatible Science Diet Senior 7+ dry kibble. Mixing wet and dry food enhances palatability and adds beneficial daily moisture to your senior dog's diet, which supports kidney function, digestive health, and hydration alongside every meal.

Q6: Does this formula contain glucosamine or chondroitin for senior joint support?

Ans: Glucosamine and chondroitin are not added to this formula, although the protein ingredients may contribute small natural amounts. Pet owners whose senior dogs need more focused joint support should speak with their vet about the right supplements or a formula built specifically to address joint health.

Q7: Is this senior chicken stew a complete and balanced food or intended only as a supplement?

Ans: This formula is a complete and balanced food formulated to meet the nutritional levels set by the AAFCO for Dog Food Nutrient Profiles for the maintenance of adult dogs. It can be fed as a standalone daily meal or combined with compatible Science Diet dry food as part of a varied and nutritionally complete senior feeding routine.