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Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian. For best results & safety practices:
Weight Control
| Ideal Weight of Dog — lbs (kgs) | Amount per Day - cups (grams) - Weight loss | Amount per Day - cups (grams) - Adult maintenance |
| 5 (2,3) | 1/2 (40) | 7/8 (70) |
| 10 (4,5) | 7/8 (70) | 1 1/2 (125) |
| 15 (6,8) | 1 1/4 (105) | 2 (165) |
| 20 (9,1) | 1 1/2 (125) | 2 1/2 (205) |
| 30 (14) | 2 (165) | 3 1/4 (265) |
| 40 (18) | 2 1/2 (205) | 4 (330) |
| 50 (23) | 3 (245) | 4 3/4 (390) |
| 60 (27) | 3 1/2 (290) | 5 1/2 (450) |
| 70 (32) | 3 3/4 (310) | 6 1/4 (515) |
| 80 (36) | 4 1/4 (350) | 6 3/4 (555) |
| 100 (45) | 5 (410) | 8 (660) |
| 120 (54) | 5 3/4 (475) | 9 1/4 (760) |
Just like the human obesity epidemic, over 50% of the pet population is overweight. 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 r/d clinical nutrition specially formulated to support dogs' weight loss. In fact, r/d is clinically proven nutrition for healthy weight loss in just 8 weeks. This dry food has an irresistible chicken flavour that dogs love.
Hill's Prescription Diet r/d Dry Dog Food is intended for intermittent feeding only and is not recommended for long-term feeding (over 6 months). Please consult your veterinarian for further information on how our Prescription Diet foods can help your dog to continue to enjoy a happy and active life.
| Nutrient | Dry Matter1 % |
| Protein | 33.9 % |
| Fat | 8.6 % |
| Carbohydrate / NFE | 37.2 % |
| Crude Fiber | 14.6 % |
| Calcium | 0.83 % |
| Phosphorus | 0.56 % |
| Potassium | 0.91 % |
| Sodium | 0.3 % |
| Magnesium | 0.109 % |
| Vitamin C | 192 ppm |
| Vitamin E | 681 IU/kg |
| Total Omega-3 FA | 0.35 % |
| Total Omega-6 FA | 2.63 % |
Mix increasing amounts of your pet's new food with decreasing amounts of old food over a 7-day period.
We lead the way in several scientific fields to create the quality nutrition your pet deserves
After years of research, experts at Hill’s have determined the gut microbiome supports not only your pet’s digestive health but their overall health as well.
Whether it’s helping a pet burn fat rather than store it or helping older pets feel young again, it’s our consistent scientific approach that creates nutrition unlike any other pet food brand out there.
Prebiotics are what noursishes gut bacteria — and may influence the overall health and wellbeing of your pet. After years of research, experts at Hill’s have determined the gut microbiome affects not only your pet’s digestive health but their overall health as well.
Read why Hill's is the #1 U.S. veterinarian recommended* brand.
When it comes to your pet, your veterinarian is your best source of information and care. It’s their unbiased feedback that helps us maintain and refine our pet food formulas. Hill’s is U.S. veterinarians’ #1 recommended* brand. (*CM Research 2023, USA study)
Over 70% of dogs lost weight within 10 weeks when fed this nutrition
Supports energy level, joint health, and beautiful coat in large breed mature dogs
This weight management and mobility support dog food was created with Hill’s unique understanding of the biology of overweight dogs.
Advanced nutrition shown to support joint health and improve mobility
Delicious clinical nutrition to help protect vital kidney function and increase mobility in dogs
Clinical nutrition designed to nourish and support dogs with serious illness such as cancer
Delicious clinically proven nutrition that helps protect vital kidney function and increase appetite
Nutritional support that encourages eating for pets recovering from surgery, illness or injury
Hill’s Science Diet provides science-led nutrition to support pets’ ever-changing needs. Our portfolio also includes specialized nutrition for pets’ weight, skin, stomach and more.