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Hill's Science Diet

Hill's Science Diet Senior 7+ Chicken

Vet ApprovedDry Dog FoodSenior

🩺 Vet Verdict

Excellent senior formula with adjusted calories and added joint support. L-carnitine helps maintain lean muscle mass while glucosamine and chondroitin support aging joints. Trusted by veterinarians for senior dog nutrition.

Score Breakdown

Ingredient Quality
8
Nutritional Completeness
9
Transparency
8
Value for Money
7
Recall History
10

Ingredient Analysis

First 5 Ingredients

1. Chicken2. Whole Grain Wheat3. Brown Rice4. Whole Grain Sorghum5. Chicken Meal

Notable Inclusions

L-carnitineGlucosamine/chondroitinVitamin C and EControlled calories

Guaranteed Analysis

20.5%

Protein (min)

11%

Fat (min)

4%

Fiber (max)

10%

Moisture (max)

311 kcal/cup

Best For

  • Senior dogs 7+
  • Joint support needs
  • Weight management in older dogs

Not Ideal For

  • Active senior dogs needing more calories
  • Grain-sensitive dogs

Pricing

Estimated monthly cost

$50–$75

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Quick Facts

BrandHill's Science Diet
Typedry dog food
Life Stagesenior
Protein20.5% min
Fat11% min
Calories311 kcal/cup

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