DESCRIPTION
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
Item Number: 5197491
Brand: Hill's Prescription Diet
Food Type: Dry
Health Consideration: Weight Management
Weight: 17.6 lb
Cups Per Bag: 98.04
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
Ingredients:
Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Soybean Meal, Corn Gluten Meal, Dried Beet Pulp, Dried Tomato Pomace, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Chicken Fat, Flaxseed, Coconut Oil, Lactic Acid, DL-Methionine, L-Lysine, Carrots, Potassium Chloride, Iodized Salt, Lipoic Acid, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Choline Chloride, minerals (Manganese Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, L-Carnitine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene
Guaranteed Analysis:
Protein: Min. 24.0 %
Fat: Min. 9.0 %
Crude Fiber: Max. 15.0 %
Calcium: Min. 0.60 %
Phosphorous: Min. 0.55 %
Vitamin C: Min. 115 mg/kg
Vitamin E: Min. 540 IU/kg
Caloric Content: 3157
FEEDING INSTRUCTIONS
Weight Control Ideal Weight of Dog Weight Loss Weight Control
5 lb (2,3 kg) 1/2 cup (40 g) 3/4 cup (60 g)
10 lb (4,5 kg) 7/8 cup (70 g) 1 1/3 cups (110 g)
15 lb (6,8 kg) 1 1/8 cups (90 g) 1 7/8 cups (155 g)
20 lb (9,1 kg) 1 1/3 cups (110 g) 2 1/4 cups (185 g)
30 lb (14 kg) 2 cups (165 g) 3 cups (245 g)
40 lb (18 kg) 2 1/3 cups (190 g) 3 3/4 cups (310 g)
50 lb (23 kg) 2 3/4 cups (225 g) 4 1/2 cups (370 g)
60 lb (27 kg) 3 1/4 cups (265 g) 5 1/4 cups (430 g)
70 lb (32 kg) 3 2/3 cups (300 g) 5 3/4 cups (470 g)
80 lb (36 kg) 4 cups (330 g) 6 1/3 cups (520 g)
100 lb (45 kg) 4 2/3 cups (385 g) 7 1/2 cups (615 g)
Transition Instructions: Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian. For best results & safety practices: Gradually transition to your pets new food over a 7 day period. Exclusively feed the recommended Prescription Diet dry food, wet food, & treats. Keep fresh water available at all times. Split the recommended daily amount into smaller portions and feed throughout the day. Have your veterinarian monitor your pet's condition. To prevent suffocation, keep this plastic bag out of the reach of pets and children.
Important Notice:
A prescription from a veterinarian must be obtained in order to purchase this food. Visit your vet to learn more information about switching your pet to a prescription-based diet and how to make the change. Check your local store for availability prior to purchase.
