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Hill's Prescription Diet

t/d Dry Cat Food

Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Cat Dry Food is clinically proven nutrition to reduce plaque, stain and tartar buildup by over 50%. This nutrition has been shown reduce occurence of gingivitis by up to 48%. Exclusive feeding of Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Cat Dry Food is shown to be more effective than toothbrushing.

The kibble contains a special matrix of fibres which act like a toothbrush to scrub the tooth to remove bacteria. The larger kibble size increases mechanical cleaning with added lactic acid for dual cleaning action. The unique kibble size, shape and texture cleans the teeth to the gum line to promote healthy gums and teeth. Hill's nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet t/d clinical nutrition to promote healthy gums and teeth and support your cat's daily health and immune system.

Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Dry Cat food is accepted nutrition for the reduction in buildup of plaque & tartar by Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC).

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  • Key Benefits

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    Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Cat Dry Food is clinically proven nutrition to reduce plaque, stain and tartar buildup by over 50%. This nutrition has been shown reduce occurence of gingivitis by up to 48%. Exclusive feeding of Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Cat Dry Food is shown to be more effective than toothbrushing.

    The kibble contains a special matrix of fibres which act like a toothbrush to scrub the tooth to remove bacteria. The larger kibble size increases mechanical cleaning with added lactic acid for dual cleaning action. The unique kibble size, shape and texture cleans the teeth to the gum line to promote healthy gums and teeth. Hill's nutritionists & veterinarians developed Prescription Diet t/d clinical nutrition to promote healthy gums and teeth and support your cat's daily health and immune system.

    Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Dry Cat food is accepted nutrition for the reduction in buildup of plaque & tartar by Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC).


    These characteristics make Hill's Prescription Diet t/d, veterinary exclusive dry cat food, a useful nutritional aid for cats with dental disease:

    KEY FEATURES KEY BENEFITS
    Fibre Increased Helps remove plaque, stain and tartar buildup. Fibre matrix resists crumbling.
    Kibble Size Larger Kibble engulfs more of the tooth surface to clean right up to the gum line.
    Antioxidants Added Defends cells from free radicals promoting a healthy immune system.
    Protein Controlled Limits a component of plaque.
    Calcium Controlled Limits the mineralisation of plaque to tartar.
    Magnesium, Phosphorus Controlled Support urinary tract health.
    Lactic Acid Added Helps reduce plaque & tartar buildup.

    * 100% Satisfaction Guarantee - if you are unsatisfied for any reason, return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.

    Indications:

    • Gingivitis, Periodontal disease
    • Oral malodor, tartar, plaque, stain management

     

     

    Not Recommended For:

    • Growing kittens, pregnant or nursing cats
    • Patients with severe periodontal disease without appropriate periodontal assessment and therapy
    • Patients with concurrent use of urinary acidifiers

    Evidence-Based Clinical Nutrition:

    Hill's Prescription Diet t/d is:

    • Clinically proven to reduce occurrence of gingivitis. 1, 2
    • Clinically proven to reduce buildup of tartar (calculus), plaque and stain. 3, 4, 5

     

     

    Additional Info:

    The proprietary fibre matrix resists crumbling and scrubs the entire supragingival tooth surface to reduce bacteria-laden plaque.

    The larger kibble size increases mechanical cleaning with added lactic acid for dual cleaning action.

    Note, for maximum benefit, Hill's Prescription Diet t/d should be exclusively fed to cats on a daily basis following dental prophylaxis.

    Great taste for improved compliance - cats love to eat it and owners love to feed it.

    Hill's Prescription Diet t/d reduces oral malodor from plaque and oral disease. It has been awarded the Veterinary Oral Health Council (VOHC)* Seal for mechanical control of tartar and plaque.

    *The VOHC Seal is a trademark of the Veterinary Oral Health Council.


    References:

    1. Logan EI et al, Dietary Control of Feline Gingivitis: Results of a Six Month Study, Proceedings of the 13th Annual Veterinary Dental Forum, Baltimore, MO, 1999, Abstract, Page 54.
    2. Theyae LFH, Vrlellng HE, Dljkshoom NA, Hill's Prescription Diet t/d: Results of a Field Study, Proceedings, Hill's European Symposium on Oral Care, Amsterdam, Pagel 60-63, 2003.
    3.Dolowy WC et al, Fluorescence of dental calculus from cats, dogs, and humans and of bacteria cultured from dental calculus, Journal of Veterinary Dentistry, 12, 105-1009, 1995.
    4. Logan E et al, Periodontal Diseases. IN: Small Animal Clinical Nutrition 5th Edition, Mark Morris Institute, pp 979-994, 2010.
    5. Data on file, Hills Pet Nutrition, Inc.

    *The VOHC Seal is a trademark of the Veterinary Oral Health Council.

  • Feeding Guide

    How to adjust feeding amounts to maintain optimal weight.

    • Provide specific feeding instructions for your patient.
    • 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.
    • Monitoring your patient's condition will assure the nutritional recommendation provides the best results.
    • Gradually transition to this new food for 7 days or more.
    • Reinforce with clients to feed Prescription Diet dry food, canned food, & treats exclusively.

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Cat - lbs (kgs) Amount per Day - cups (grams)
    6 (2,7) 2/3 (50)
    8 (3,6) 7/8 (65)
    10 (4,5) 1 (75)
    12 (5,4) 1 1/8 (85)
    14 (6,4) 1 1/4 (95)
    16 (7,3) 1 3/8 (105)
    18 (8,2) 1 1/2 (115)

    Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Prescription Diet t/d Chicken Flavor Cat Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult cats
  • Ingredients

    High quality protein and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

    Chicken By-Product Meal, Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Whole Grain Corn, Powdered Cellulose, Chicken Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, Soybean Oil, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, DL-Methionine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Riboflavin Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.

  • Average Nutrient & Caloric Content

    Balanced nutrition that exceeds AAFCO nutrition standards.

    3520 kcal/kg (269 kcal/cup†)

    Nutrient As Fed1
    %
    Dry Matter2
    %
    As Fed, Caloric Basis3
    g/100 kcal
    Protein 32.2 % 35 % 9.1 g / 100 kcal
    Fat 15.6 % 17 % 4.4 g / 100 kcal
    Carbohydrate / NFE 30.4 % 33 % 8.6 g / 100 kcal
    Crude Fiber 7.7 % 8.3 % 2.2 g / 100 kcal
    Calcium 0.92 % 1 % 261 mg / 100 kcal
    Phosphorus 0.73 % 0.79 % 206 mg / 100 kcal
    Potassium 0.7 % 0.76 % 199 mg / 100 kcal
    Sodium 0.42 % 0.46 % 120 mg / 100 kcal
    Magnesium 0.065 % 0.07 % 18 mg / 100 kcal
    Taurine 0.23 % 0.25 % 65 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin C 99 ppm 108 ppm 2.82 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin E 690 IU/kg 750 IU/kg 19.6 IU / 100 kcal
    Total Omega-3 FA 0.2 % 0.22 % 58 mg / 100 kcal
    Total Omega-6 FA 3.46 % 3.77 % 984 mg / 100 kcal

    References

    1Differs from label guarantees which are either maximums or minimums.
    2The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.
    3Nutrient intake for every 100 kilocalories consumed.


    †An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of t/d Dry Cat Food contains 76.0 grams by weight.

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