Description
Hill's® Prescription Diet® Metabolic Canine Weight Management Chicken Flavor Just like the human epidemic, almost 50% of the pet population is overweight. Even a little extra weight can impact the pet's quality of life and relationship with family because that extra weight can reduce play time, impact mobility and affect the lifelong general health of your dog.
Hill's nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet® Metabolic clinical nutrition specially formulated to support your dog's weight management. In fact, 88% of pets lost weight at home in 2 months with the nutrition of Metabolic.
Key Benefits How It Helps Naturally works with your pet's unique metabolism Helps avoid weight regain after weight loss Helps your pet feel full & satisfied between meals Supports vitality & holistic health How It Works A synergistic blend of ingredients Unique fiber blend from fruits and vegetables Powerful antioxidants Additional Info Hill's® Prescription Diet® Metabolic Canine is a complete and balanced food that provides all the nutrition your dog needs. Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how our Prescription Diet® foods can help your dog to continue to enjoy a happy and active life.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Water, Pork Liver, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken, Powdered Cellulose, Rice, Pork by-Products, Dried Tomato Pomace, Flaxseed, Egg Whites, Coconut Oil, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Carrots, Lipoic Acid, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Leucine, Iodized Salt, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Taurine, minerals (Manganese Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate) , L-Carnitine, Beta-Carotene
Directions
Feeding Guide
Daily Feeding Guide:
Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian.
For best results & safety practices:
Cover and refrigerate unused portion.
Gradually transition to your pet's new food over a 7 day period.
Exclusively feed the recommended Prescription Diet dry food, wet food and treats.
Keep fresh water available at all times.
Have your veterinarian monitor your pet's condition.
Weight Control - using 13 oz (370 g) can
Ideal Weight of Dog |
Weight Loss |
Weight Control |
5 lb (2,3 kg) |
3/8 can |
5/8 can |
10 lb (4,5 kg) |
2/3 can |
1 can |
15 lb (6,8 kg) |
1 can |
1 1/2 can |
20 lb (9,1 kg) |
1 1/4 can |
1 3/4 can |
30 lb (14 kg) |
1 1/2 can |
2 1/2 can |
40 lb (18 kg) |
2 can |
3 can |
50 lb (23 kg) |
2 1/4 can |
3 1/2 can |
60 lb (27 kg) |
2 1/2 can |
4 can |
70 lb (32 kg) |
3 can |
4 2/3 can |
80 lb (36 kg) |
3 1/4 can |
5 can |
100 lb (45 kg) |
3 3/4 can |
6 can |
Use only as directed by your veterinarian.
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Prescription Diet® Metabolic Canine provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs.
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Average Nutrient and Caloric Content Canned 861 kcal/kg (319 kcal/13 oz (370 g) can)
Nutrient |
Dry Matter1
% |
Protein |
28.1 |
Fat |
13.3 |
Carbohydrate (NFE) |
37.5 |
Crude Fiber |
15.6 |
Calcium |
0.78 |
Phosphorus |
0.6 |
Sodium |
0.39 |
Potassium |
0.82 |
Magnesium |
0.094 |
Carnitine |
352 ppm |
Vitamin C |
121 mg/kg |
Vitamin E |
566 IU/kg |
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