Hill's Prescription Diet - r/d Chicken Flavor Weight Reduction Dry Dog Food
Just like the human obesity epidemic, over 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 r/d clinical nutrition specially formulated to support dogs' weight loss. In fact, r/d is clinically proven nutrition for healthy weight loss in just 8 weeks. This dry food has an irresistible chicken flavor that dogs love.
How it works:
- Therapeutic L-carnitine levels
- Optimal blend of soluble & insoluble fiber
- Clinically proven antioxidants
How it helps:
- Helps metabolize fat and maintain lean muscle
- Helps your dog feel full & satisfied
- Supports a healthy immune system
Additional info:
Hill's Prescription Diet r/d Dry Dog Food is intended for intermittent feeding only and is not recommended for long-term feeding (over 6 months). 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.
Weight Control
| Ideal Weight of Dog — lbs (kgs) | Amount per Day - cups (grams) - Weight loss | Amount per Day - cups (grams) - Adult maintenance |
| 5 (2,3) | 1/2 (40) | 7/8 (70) |
| 10 (4,5) | 7/8 (70) | 1 1/2 (125) |
| 15 (6,8) | 1 1/4 (105) | 2 (165) |
| 20 (9,1) | 1 1/2 (125) | 2 1/2 (205) |
| 30 (14) | 2 (165) | 3 1/4 (265) |
| 40 (18) | 2 1/2 (205) | 4 (330) |
| 50 (23) | 3 (245) | 4 3/4 (390) |
| 60 (27) | 3 1/2 (290) | 5 1/2 (450) |
| 70 (32) | 3 3/4 (310) | 6 1/4 (515) |
| 80 (36) | 4 1/4 (350) | 6 3/4 (555) |
| 100 (45) | 5 (410) | 8 (660) |
| 120 (54) | 5 3/4 (475) | 9 1/4 (760) |
Ask your veterinarian for specific feeding instructions for your pet. Daily Feeding Recommendations are only a guide and a place to start. Grams are the most accurate form of measurement; cups are estimated from grams.
For best results:
- Gradually transition to this new food for 7 days or more
- Exclusively feed the recommended Prescription Diet dry and wet foods
- Keep fresh water available at all times
- Have your veterinarian monitor your pet's condition
- To prevent suffocation, keep the packaging out of the reach of pets & children