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Hill's Science Diet

Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Senior Hairball Control Senior Dry Cat Food

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25 ingredients31.8% protein (dry matter)3,713 kcal/kg★ 4.6 · 165 reviews Where to buy ↓

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Ingredients

25 ingredients

9 beneficial · 1 under research review · 8 contextual · 23 standard

41 classified, including what's inside premixes and blends

Nutritional adequacy

✓ Complete & Balanced

Feeding trials substantiate that this product meets AAFCO nutrient profiles (Adult), brand statement

Brand transparency

4 of 5 disclosed

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Ingredients

25 ingredients (broken into components where relevant) · tap any for its research notes

What do these mean? ▾

Beneficial. Linked to benefits in published research. Tiers show evidence strength.

Restricted or banned. Restricted or banned by a regulator in at least one country.

Under research review. Being studied or re-evaluated by researchers or regulators.

Contextual. Not flagged, but there is a note worth reading.

Standard. Everyday components like vitamins and minerals.

Not yet classified. Not in our dictionary yet. Always still listed.

Counts include what's inside compound entries like vitamin premixes, so they can add up to more than the label's ingredient count.

1ChickenNamed single-species whole meat▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Whole meat from a named animal species. Both the species and the form are identified, which supports traceability and allergy checking. Published nutrition references associate named whole meats with high protein quality.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006 · Amino acid bioavailability studies

2Cracked Pearled BarleyBarley▾

● Contextual noteA whole grain carbohydrate and fibre source. Provides beta-glucans, a type of soluble fibre associated with gut health benefits.Sources: Veterinary nutrition references

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9Dried Beet PulpBeet pulp▾

● Beneficial (supported)A well-studied moderately fermentable fibre source associated with stool quality benefits in dogs.Sources: NRC 2006 · Fahey et al. 1990

10Chicken Liver FlavorNamed organ meats▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Organ meat from a named animal species, with both the species and the organ identified. Published nutrition references describe named organ meats (e.g. chicken liver, beef heart) as nutrient-dense, naturally rich in vitamins A and B12, iron, copper, and folate. Where the label names only the organ (e.g. "liver"), the animal species is not identified.Sources: NRC 2006 · Nutritional composition data

This product lists 2 separate wheat derivatives (wheat, wheat gluten). When listed separately, each appears lower on the ingredient list than they would if combined as a single entry.

Nutrient analysis

dry matter, the manufacturer's basis · compared to AAFCO adult cat maintenance minimums

✓Feeding trials substantiate that this product meets AAFCO nutrient profiles (Adult)"Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Hairball Control Chicken Recipe Cat Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult cats" (brand statement)

Protein31.8%AAFCO min 26% DM

Fat19.4%AAFCO min 9% DM

Fibre9%no AAFCO reference

3,713 kcal/kg≈ 1,554 kJ / 100g energy densityBrand states 3,713 kcal/kg

Also declared on the label

Phosphorus0.68% dry matterbrand statedSodium0.36% dry matterbrand statedPotassium0.74% dry matterbrand statedMagnesium0.083% dry matterbrand statedOmega-3 (total)0.53% dry matterbrand stated

This manufacturer publishes its analysis on a dry-matter basis (with moisture removed), so the values above are shown on that basis and moisture is not stated. AAFCO minimums are also dry-matter figures, so they compare directly; the comparison is shown for context only. Consult your vet for diet decisions.

Brand transparency

Hill's Science Diet · what the manufacturer discloses, not a rating

Part of Colgate-Palmolive (Hill's Pet Nutrition) · 3 brands on Pawdit

Recall historyon record2019: Global voluntary recall of canned dog food due to excess Vitamin D from supplier error. FDA warning letter. $12.5M settlement. 0 APOG consumer reports.

AS5812 accreditationAustralia's voluntary pet food manufacturing standardnot confirmed

PFIAA membershipPet Food Industry Association of Australiaconfirmed

Quality certificationsconfirmedAAFCO · FDA cGMP

Parent companydisclosedColgate-Palmolive (Hill's Pet Nutrition)

A factual disclosure checklist from public records and the brand's own statements. Items we haven't verified show as not confirmed: a data gap, not a judgment. Are you Hill's Science Diet? Claim your brand to confirm or correct this record.

Customer reviews

4.6

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Corn / corn gluten meal

● Contextual noteA digestible carbohydrate and protein source for most dogs. Commonly characterised as filler in consumer discussions, but veterinary nutrition research supports its nutritional value.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

4Chicken Fat▾

● Standard ingredientA named animal fat source providing energy and essential fatty acids.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

5Powdered CelluloseCellulose / powdered cellulose▾

● Under research reviewA plant-derived insoluble fibre. Provides bulk but limited nutritional value. Acceptable in small amounts; when present as a primary fibre source (top 10 ingredients), it may indicate a high proportion of nutritionally inert filler.Sources: NRC 2006 Nutrient Requirements · Nutritional composition data

6Pea ProteinPea protein / pea starch / pea fibre▾

● Contextual noteFractionated legume derivatives that can be used to increase the protein reading on a guaranteed analysis without providing a complete amino acid profile. More relevant than whole peas to the FDA's DCM investigation (2018-2022, no causal link established).Sources: FDA DCM Investigation 2018-2022

7Wheat GlutenWheat / wheat gluten▾

● Contextual noteA protein and carbohydrate source. Wheat gluten is a high-quality plant protein. Note: true gluten intolerance is uncommon in dogs compared to humans.Sources: AAFCO 2024 · NRC 2006

8Whole Grain WheatWheat / wheat gluten▾

● Standard ingredientA naturally occurring organic acid used as a preservative or pH regulator.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

12Calcium SulfateCalcium salts▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium (mineral) supplement.Sources: NRC 2006

13Fish OilEPA + DHA (marine-source omega-3)▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Marine-source omega-3 fatty acids associated with anti-inflammatory, skin/coat health, joint support, cognitive function, and cardiac and renal support in multiple peer-reviewed studies.Sources: Bauer 2011 JAVMA · NRC 2006 · Multiple RCTs in dogs for skin/joint conditionsPosition on the ingredient list suggests a moderate to small inclusion level.

14Potassium ChloridePotassium salts▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added potassium (mineral) supplement.Sources: NRC 2006

15Choline Chloride▾

● Standard ingredientCholine chloride: a standard added nutrient for normal cell and nerve function.

16Dicalcium PhosphateCalcium phosphates▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium and phosphorus (mineral) supplement.

17Calcium CarbonateCalcium salts▾

● Standard ingredientA standard added calcium (mineral) supplement.Sources: NRC 2006

18Iodized SaltSalt▾

● Contextual noteAn essential mineral present in all pet food. Flag only when appearing high on the ingredient list.Sources: NRC 2006

19vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement)12 components▾

● Standard ingredientA generic term for a vitamin premix. Where the label lists the specific vitamins in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual vitamins are not disclosed.Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

The label breaks this entry into components, each classified on its own:

20TaurineTaurine (supplemental)▾

● Beneficial (well-established)Taurine is an essential amino acid for cats. Deficiency can cause serious health consequences including dilated cardiomyopathy, central retinal degeneration, and reproductive failure.Sources: Pion et al. 1987 · NRC 2006 · Freeman et al. 2018Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

21minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite)6 components▾

● Standard ingredientA generic term for a mineral premix. Where the label lists the specific mineral compounds in brackets, each is shown and classified below; otherwise the individual minerals are not disclosed. European-style labels declare added trace minerals as numbered additives with doses (e.g. "E4 (copper): 10 mg").Sources: AAFCO ingredient definitions

The label breaks this entry into components, each classified on its own:

22L-Carnitine▾

● Beneficial (emerging)L-carnitine is associated with fat metabolism support in some studies, particularly in weight management contexts.Sources: Gross et al. 2000Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

23Mixed Tocopherols for freshnessMixed tocopherols (natural preservative)▾

● Beneficial (emerging)This product uses mixed tocopherols (natural vitamin E) as a preservative, which is an alternative to synthetic preservation systems.Sources: NRC 2006Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.

24Natural FlavorsNatural flavours▾

● Contextual noteA broad AAFCO-defined category that may contain multiple unspecified compounds. Relevant for allergy-prone pets since potential allergens may not be individually listed.Sources: AAFCO 2024

25Beta-Carotene▾

● Beneficial (emerging)Cats cannot convert beta-carotene to vitamin A and must obtain preformed vitamin A from animal sources.Sources: Chew et al. 2000 (Journal of Nutrition)Position on the ingredient list suggests a small inclusion level.