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Hill’s Science Diet Adult 7+ Small & Mini Senior Vitality Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Small & Mini Senior Vitality Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food
Company info
Company HQ
Topeka, Kansas us-flag
Parent company
Hill’s Pet Nutrition, Inc.
Product info
Age Range: Senior
Food Form Wet Senior Dog Food
Cost per day: $1.36
Primary proteins
  • Chicken
  • Pork Liver
  • Egg Product
  • Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver

Ingredients

Chicken Broth, Chicken, Pork Liver, Rice, Carrots, Rice Starch, Green Peas, Dextrose, Egg Product, Sugar, Soybean Oil, Chicken Liver Flavor, Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver, Potassium Alginate, Powdered Cellulose, Calcium Chloride, Flaxseed, Choline Chloride, Guar Gum, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Fish Oil, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Citrus Pulp, Dicalcium Phosphate, Monosodium Phosphate, Spinach, Calcium Lactate, Calcium Gluconate, Lipoic Acid, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Magnesium Oxide, Taurine, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), L-Carnitine, Natural Flavors.

Breed sizes

size-1 Toy
size-2 Small
size-3 Medium
size-4 Large
size-5 Giant

Overall Score

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54%

Ratings

? This rating is determined by comparing the food’s nutritional content to AAFCO standards and other foods in our database. Nutrient Value 25%
? 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 28%
? 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 25%
? This metric is based on customer ratings from various retailers. Customer Experience 81%
? 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 100%

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: 3%

Fat: 2%

Fiber: 2%

Moisture: 85%

Ash: 0%

Carb: 8%

Dry Matter Analysis

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Protein: 20%

Fat: 13.33%

Fiber: 13.33%

Ash: 8%

Carb: 53.33%

Calorie Weighted Basis

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Protein: 18.92%

Fat: 30.63%

Carb: 50.45%

Our Review

Pros
  • High moisture content
  • Made with fiber-rich flaxseed
  • Rich in species-appropriate animal protein
  • A good source of omega-3 fatty acids
Cons
  • Expensive
  • High in carbohydrates
  • Contains a small amount of plant-based proteins
  • The brand has had multiple recalls over recent years
  • Some dogs may be allergic to fish

Recall History

The following list (if present) shows all dog 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 7+ Small & Mini Senior Vitality Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food begins with a detailed look at the food’s ingredients.

The first ingredient is Chicken Broth. Chicken broth is made by boiling chicken meat, skin, and bones to obtain nutrients including fat, vitamins, and minerals. In pet food, chicken broth increases moisture and improves flavor.

The second ingredient is Chicken. Chicken is meat from the domesticated bird of the same name. In pet food, chicken is used as a primary protein source.

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 Rice. Rice is a gluten-free cereal grain. In pet food, rice is a source of easily digestible carbohydrates.

The fifth ingredient is Carrots. In pet food, carrots serve as a source of easily digested carbohydrate and fiber. Carrots contain many essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that can help support your pet’s health.

When we analyzed the ingredients in Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Small & Mini Senior Vitality Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food, we found that most of the protein is derived from meat based sources.

Price Analysis

Price per oz

Product Price

$0.52

Market Price avg.

$0.32

% From the Avg

+63%

Price per 100 kcal

Product Price

$2.27

Market Price avg.

$1.25

% From the Avg

+81%

Price per day

Product Price

$1.36

Market Price avg.

$0.75

% From the Avg

+81%

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Small & Mini Senior Vitality Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food is priced well above the average market price for wet senior dog food.

Nutritional Analysis

As opposed to formulas intended for growth (puppy) and maintenance (adult), there are no special label requirements or legal definitions for “senior” diets. Senior diets are actually only required to meet the same nutritional needs as for adult diets. This means that there can be a lot of variation and interpretation by different food companies on what makes up a senior diet. Senior diets can have varying amounts of protein, fat, carbs, phosphorus, sodium, and fiber.

The assumptions that all senior pets need low protein, low fat and carbs, low phosphorus and sodium, and high fiber across the board are incorrect. The need for higher or lower levels of these nutrients varies greatly from dog to dog. That’s why it’s very important for senior pets for their pet parents to work with their veterinarian to decide what type of diet is most appropriate. For many young senior pets, the adult diets they’ve been on may be just fine to continue.

With that in mind, we’ve compared Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Small & Mini Senior Vitality Chicken & Vegetable Stew Canned Dog Food to the other 37 wet senior dog food recipes in our database:

DM Protein

DM Protein

Product info

20%

All Products avg.

34.07%

% From the Avg

-41%

DM Fat

DM Fat

Product info

13.33%

All Products avg.

19.57%

% From the Avg

-32%

DM Fiber

DM Fiber

Product info

13.33%

All Products avg.

9.47%

% From the Avg

+41%

DM Carb

DM Carb

Product info

53.33%

All Products avg.

36.52%

% From the Avg

+46%

Analysis Overview

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

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