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? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 52%
? Each recipe is evaluated based on a 5-point ingredient rating system that measures ingredients’ nutritional value, safety, and more. Quality of Ingredients 64%
? We scan the FDA’s database and rate each brand by the number of recalls in its history. Brands with fewer recalls receive higher ratings. Recall History 29%
? By comparing the prices of foods in our database, we determine if a food is above or below market average price. Lower-priced foods receive higher ratings. Price 54%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 75%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 47%
Hill's Science Diet makes a diverse range of foods for various ages, sizes, and lifestyles
All recipes are free of artificial colors, flavors, and preservatives
Cons
Some recipes contain plant-based protein
Lower than average protein content
The brand has been previously recalled
Price is above market average
Brand Overview
Hill’s Science Diet is a line of pet foods for dogs and cats. The brand offers options for all life stages, and focuses on supporting specific needs such as joint health, digestive sensitivities, and more. Hill’s Science Diet is available in a variety of flavors, with wet and dry options available.
How Much Does Hill's Science Diet Cat Food Cost
We’ve compared Hill's Science Diet cat food price to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.
Hill's Science Diet Dry Cat Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per lb
$5.28
$4.85
+9%
Price per 100 kcal
$0.45
$0.36
+24%
Price per day
$0.27
$0.22
+23%
Hill's Science Diet Dry Cat Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.
Hill's Science Diet Wet Cat Food Price Comparison
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
Price per oz
$0.63
$0.57
+11%
Price per 100 kcal
$2.15
$2.09
+3%
Price per day
$1.29
$1.25
+3%
Hill's Science Diet Wet Cat Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.
Hill's Science Diet Dry Kitten Food is priced above the average market price for cat food.
Hill's Science Diet Nutrient Profile Comparison
We’ve compared Hill's Science Diet cat food recipes nutrient profile to the other 197 cat food brands in our database.
Dry Cat Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
34.42%
38.63%
-11%
DM Fat
15.87%
16.64%
-5%
DM Fiber
8.52%
5.22%
+63%
DM Carb
41.20%
38.21%
+8%
Wet Cat Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
37.08%
53.21%
-30%
DM Fat
17.34%
17.63%
-2%
DM Fiber
14.01%
6.56%
+114%
DM Carb
31.57%
14.04%
+125%
Wet Senior Cat Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
37.95%
44.39%
-15%
DM Fat
14.72%
19.25%
-24%
DM Fiber
12.28%
9.30%
+32%
DM Carb
35.04%
20.67%
+70%
Dry Senior Cat Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
30.88%
35.40%
-13%
DM Fat
17.08%
15.92%
+7%
DM Fiber
7.46%
6.55%
+14%
DM Carb
44.57%
40.66%
+10%
Wet Kitten Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
49.14%
50.77%
-3%
DM Fat
21.15%
24.53%
-14%
DM Fiber
10.25%
6.79%
+51%
DM Carb
19.45%
10.56%
+84%
Dry Kitten Food
Brand Avg
Market Avg
% From the Avg
DM Protein
35.56%
40.93%
-13%
DM Fat
19.75%
20.41%
-3%
DM Fiber
3.40%
4.05%
-16%
DM Carb
41.29%
32.98%
+25%
Recall History
The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Hill's Science Diet Cat Food Review since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.
Hill's Science Diet - Dry dog food (06/02/2014) -+
December 2016 - The lawsuit claims that prescription pet food overcharge consumers for a product that is not a drug and that prescription pet food is a “deceptive scheme”.
Four months later, lawyers representing the pet food manufacturers; Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Mars Petcare, Nestle Purina had requested the court dismiss the case based on FDA’s enforcement discretion to permit the sale of these products.
These companies are claiming that the FDA allows them to be ‘deceptive’, allows them to sell a pet food as a drug when it is not a drug, and to overcharge consumers as they see fit. And they are right. The court ruled that all claims argued in this lawsuit were not proven.
September 2018 - Consumers who purchased certain Hill’s Prescription Diet or Hill’s Science Diet canned dog food between Sept. 1, 2018 and May 31, 2019 are eligible to claim up to $20 without a separate proof of purchase (such as a receipt) or their full purchase price with proof of purchase thanks to a $12.5 million class action settlement.
The recall involved 54 lots, approximately 675,000 cases of canned dog food, that contained potentially toxic levels of vitamin D. The Court granted final approval to this settlement July 30, 2021.
Explore All Reviews of Hill's Science Diet Cat Food Recipes
Hill's Science Diet has been recalled 6 times in the years 2014, 2015, and 2019.
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This page isn’t correct. It has 33% carbs. This evaluation is wrong and this is a poor quality cat food.