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Hill’s Science Diet Adult Turkey & Liver Casserole Recipe Cat Food

Hill's Science Diet Adult Turkey & Liver Casserole Recipe Cat Food
Company info
Company HQ
Topeka, Kansas
Parent company
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Adult
Food Form Wet Cat Food
Cost per day: $1.60
Primary proteins
  • Turkey
  • Pork Liver
  • Egg Whites

Ingredients

Water, Turkey, Pork Liver, Brown Rice, Potato Starch, Pork Plasma, Spinach, Modified Rice Starch, Egg Whites, Dextrose, Oat Fiber, Pea Fiber, Pea Flour, Carrots, Chicken Liver Flavor, Turkey Broth, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Taurine, Guar Gum, Caramel color, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Hydrochloride, Niacin Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K), Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Sodium Pyrophosphate, Disodium Phosphate, Sodium Hexametaphosphate, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Proteinate, Manganese Sulfate, Potassium Iodide), DL-Methionine.

Overall Score

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56%

Ratings

? 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 65%
? 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 26%
? 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 40%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 54%
? Our rating system evaluates each food’s manufacturing method, assigning higher ratings to manufacturing processes that promote higher nutritional value. Manufacturing Method 50%
? Based on the variety of sizes available. Size Variety 83%

Estimated Nutrient Content

To understand the nutrient content of pet food, we visualize its macronutrient composition in three ways. In the charts below, you’ll see a guaranteed analysis on an as-fed basis, a dry matter analysis, and a breakdown of the food’s macronutrients on a calorie-weighted basis.

Remember that all of these values are estimates based on the guaranteed analysis published by the company, and the food’s actual nutrient values may be slightly different.

Guaranteed Analysis

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Protein: 6.5%

Fat: 3%

Fiber: 3%

Moisture: 82%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 5.5%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 36.11%

Fat: 16.67%

Fiber: 16.67%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 30.56%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 33.7%

Fat: 37.78%

Carb: 28.52%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • Supplemented with chelated minerals for optimal nutrient absorption
  • Doesn’t contain fillers, by-products, or artificial additives
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
Cons
  • Low protein content
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • Contains artificial food dyes
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all cat food recalls related to Hill's Science Diet since 2011. If no recalls are listed, no recall events have been reported.

Hill's Science Diet - Dry dog food (06/02/2014) -+
Date: 06/02/2014
Company Name: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product Description: Dry dog food
Recall Reason: Salmonella
Hill's Science Diet - Canned dog Food (11/28/2015) -+
Date: 11/28/2015
Company Name: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product Description: Canned dog Food
Recall Reason: Labeling problems
Hill's Science Diet - Canned Dog Food (01/31/2019) -+
Date: 01/31/2019
Company Name: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product Description: Canned Dog Food
Recall Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Hill's Prescription Diet - Canned Dog Food (01/31/2019) -+
Date: 01/31/2019
Company Name: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product Description: Canned Dog Food
Recall Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Hill's Science Diet - Canned Dog Food (05/21/2019) -+
Date: 05/21/2019
Company Name: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product Description: Canned Dog Food
Recall Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D
Hill's Prescription Diet - Canned Dog Food (05/21/2019) -+
Date: 05/21/2019
Company Name: Hill's Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product Description: Canned Dog Food
Recall Reason: Potentially Elevated Levels of Vitamin D

Ingredient Review

Our review of Hill's Science Diet Adult Turkey & Liver Casserole Recipe Cat Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Water. Water is added to pet food as a blending agent, or as a thinning agent. It is typically found in wet or moist foods rather than in dry kibble.

The second ingredient is Turkey. Turkey is an easily digested meat that’s relatively low in fat. In pet food, turkey might be the primary protein source or it may be part of a blend made with different proteins.

The third ingredient is Pork Liver. Pork liver is organ meat from swine. The pork liver in pet food is a source of protein, iron, and many other nutrients.

The fourth ingredient is Brown Rice. Brown rice is a name for whole-grain rice with its outer hull removed. The brown rice in pet food can be a source of carbohydrates and fiber. Brown rice also contains omega-6 fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals

The fifth ingredient is Potato Starch. Potato starch is a grain-free, gluten-free carbohydrate. The potato starch in pet foods also contributes to texture.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Hill's Science Diet Adult Turkey & Liver Casserole Recipe Cat Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.71

Market Price avg.

$0.52

% From the Avg

+37%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$2.67

Market Price avg.

$2.15

% From the Avg

+25%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.60

Market Price avg.

$1.29

% From the Avg

+24%

Hill's Science Diet Adult Turkey & Liver Casserole Recipe Cat Food is priced above the average market price for wet cat food.

Nutritional Analysis

Adult cat foods can have a lot of variability in calorie density but generally meet requirements for the average active cat. With formulations addressing a wide variety of needs, including weight loss or gain, indoor or outdoor living, or hairball problems, individual recipes may vary greatly in calorie, fiber, and nutritional content.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Hill's Science Diet Adult Turkey & Liver Casserole Recipe Cat Food to the other 1538 wet cat food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

36.11%

All Products avg.

52.97%

% From the Avg

-32%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

16.67%

All Products avg.

17.71%

% From the Avg

-6%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

16.67%

All Products avg.

6.38%

% From the Avg

+161%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

30.56%

All Products avg.

14%

% From the Avg

+118%

Analysis Overview

Overall, this is a meat based food that’s low in protein with moderate fat and high carbohydrate content relative to other wet cat foods.

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