{"product_id":"hills-science-diet-kitten-dry-cat-food-chicken-recipe-15-5-lb","title":"Hill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Cat Food, Chicken Recipe (15.5 lb)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eLarge Bag Kitten Kibble with ActivBiome+ for Multi-Cat Households\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Cat Food in Chicken Recipe in the 15.5 lb bag is designed for households feeding multiple kittens, a pregnant or nursing cat, alongside her litter. The same precisely balanced formula that supports five essential building blocks for lifelong kitten health is delivered in a bulk-friendly size, with real chicken as the first ingredient, ActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit technology supporting digestion, immune system function, and organ health, and a wholesome blend of brown rice, cracked pearled barley, whole grain oats, flaxseed, beet pulp, citrus pulp, ground pecan shells, and pressed cranberries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivBiome+ Multi-Benefit Technology:\u003c\/strong\u003e A special blend of prebiotic fibers and antioxidants supports digestion, immune system function, and organ health in growing kittens throughout every stage of their first year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrain and Eye Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e DHA from fish oil promotes healthy brain and eye development in kittens during the developmental months of their first year of life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMuscle Development from Real Chicken:\u003c\/strong\u003e Real chicken as the first ingredient provides high-quality protein to support the lean muscle development that growing kittens require throughout their active first year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBone and Teeth Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Balanced calcium at 1.44% and phosphorus at 1.2% dry matter support healthy skeletal and dental development as kittens grow through each developmental stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImmune System Development:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamin C at 122 ppm and vitamin E at 591 IU\/kg work together to support healthy immune system development in growing kittens throughout daily feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and Coat Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omega-6 fatty acids at 4.47% dry matter alongside fish oil support healthy skin condition and coat development throughout the kitten's first year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Pregnant and Nursing Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verified by AAFCO feeding tests for gestating and lactating adult female cats, this formula meets the nutritional requirements of pregnant and nursing cats alongside growing kittens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3.5 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15.5 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken, Brown Rice, Wheat Gluten, Chicken Fat, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Meal, Whole Grain Oats, Egg Product, Chicken Liver Flavor, Ground Pecan Shells, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, L-Lysine, Calcium Sulfate, Dried Citrus Pulp, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, DL-Methionine, Pressed Cranberries, Cysteine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Magnesium Oxide, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"528\" style=\"width: 57.418%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Matter %\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProtein\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e38%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e22.9%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCarbohydrate \/ NFE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e29%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCrude Fiber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.8%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCalcium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.44%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhosphorus\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.2%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePotassium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.9%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSodium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.5%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnesium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.143%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e122 ppm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVitamin E\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e591 IU\/kg\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Omega-3 FA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.61%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"170\" style=\"width: 55.0162%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTotal Omega-6 FA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.47%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalorie Content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4076 kcal\/kg | 555 kcal per cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRecommended-Usage Chart\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"451\" style=\"width: 59.0228%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight of Cat - lbs (kgs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnder 4 Months - cups (grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 to 6 Months - cups (grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e7 to 12 Months \u0026amp; Pregnancy - cups (grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 lb (0.5 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/4 (35 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 lbs (0.9 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/3 (45 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 lbs (1.4 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/2 (70 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3\/8 (50 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 lbs (1.8 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5\/8 (85 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/2 (70 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 lbs (2.7 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3\/4 (100 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2\/3 (90 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/2 (70 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 lbs (3.6 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\/8 (120 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2\/3 (90 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 lbs (4.5 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 cup (135 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3\/4 (100 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 lbs (5.4 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\/8 (120 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e14 lbs (6.4 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 cup (135 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"110\" style=\"width: 19.4175%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16 lbs (7.3 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"137\" style=\"width: 24.2718%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"127\" style=\"width: 22.4739%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"190\" style=\"width: 33.0816%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 1\/8 cups (155 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Product information and usage guidelines are provided by the manufacturer. Always use products as directed on the label and consult your veterinarian before use if you have any concerns regarding your pet's health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed According to Each Kitten's Weight and Age: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen feeding multiple kittens at different growth stages, use the feeding chart to find the right daily amount for each kitten based on their current weight and age, and adjust portions as they grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntroduce Gradually Over 7 Days: \u003c\/strong\u003eWhen switching any kitten or pregnant cat to this food for the first time, slowly increase the new food while reducing the old over a full week for a smooth and comfortable transition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Water at All Times: \u003c\/strong\u003eAlways keep fresh drinking water available to every kitten or pregnant cat on this formula throughout the day to support proper hydration alongside dry food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReassess Portions at Every Vet Checkup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kittens move through age brackets quickly, and a nursing cat's needs also shift after her kittens are weaned, so checking in with a veterinarian at each routine visit ensures feeding amounts stay appropriate for each animal's changing life stage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Kittens from Weaning to 1 Year and Pregnant or Nursing Cats:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is recommended for kittens from weaning until 1 year old and for gestating or lactating adult female cats. It is not appropriate for general adult cat feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Long-Term Adult Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feeding this kitten formula to adult cats on a long-term basis is not recommended unless a veterinarian confirms that those cats have higher-than-normal energy requirements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust Portions Individually for Each Kitten:\u003c\/strong\u003e In a multi-kitten household, each kitten may be at a different weight or age bracket, so daily amounts should be set individually per kitten using the feeding chart rather than applying a single amount to all cats.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemporary Digestive Discomfort on Transition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moving any kitten or pregnant cat to a new food too quickly without a gradual transition may cause temporary digestive upset, making the 7-day introduction period important before fully switching from the previous diet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Packaging Away:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store the bag and all packaging safely out of reach of both pets and children at all times to prevent potential suffocation hazards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003e shipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed\u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003e refund policy\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: Is the 15.5 lb bag of this kitten food a practical choice for a household with three or more kittens?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the 15.5 lb bag is well-suited to households feeding three or more kittens simultaneously, where daily food consumption is high enough to work through a large bag before freshness becomes a concern. At typical consumption rates for kittens aged 7 to 12 months, a household with three 6 lb kittens would use approximately 1.5 cups per day, meaning the 15.5 lb bag would last roughly five to six weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: Can a nursing mother cat and her weaned kittens all eat from the same 15.5 lb bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this formula is verified by AAFCO feeding tests for both growing kittens and gestating or lactating adult female cats, making it appropriate to feed from the same bag to a nursing mother and her weaned litter simultaneously. The 15.5 lb size is particularly practical in this scenario since the mother's daily intake is higher during lactation, meaning the household goes through the food at an increased pace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Does this large bag of kitten food contain any artificial preservatives?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e No artificial preservatives are listed in the ingredients. Mixed Tocopherols are included as a natural preservative to maintain the freshness of the fat content in the kibble. This is a naturally-derived antioxidant preservative, not an artificial additive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: Is the formula in the 15.5 lb bag identical to the 3.5 lb and 6 lb bags of this kitten food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, all three bag sizes contain the exact same formula, ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and caloric content. The only difference is the size itself, with no impact on nutritional profile, ingredient quality, or the developmental support provided to growing kittens and pregnant or nursing cats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: How should I manage feeding multiple kittens of different ages and weights from one bag?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns: \u003c\/strong\u003eUse the feeding chart on the bag to determine the right daily amount for each kitten based on their individual weight and age bracket. Daily portions vary significantly between stages, so households with kittens at different growth points, such as some under 4 months and others in the 7 to 12 month bracket, should consult a veterinarian for guidance on managing portions across a mixed-age litter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: When should I stop buying this 15.5 lb kitten bag and switch to an adult formula?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once all kittens in the household reach approximately 1 year of age, transitioning to a Hill's Science Diet adult dry formula is recommended. In a multi-kitten household where kittens reach 1 year at different times, it is practical to transition all kittens to the adult formula together once the oldest has reached that point, completing the switch gradually over 7 days to avoid digestive disruption.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HardyPaw","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46630808715427,"sku":"9392","price":60.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0720\/7790\/1987\/files\/hills-science-diet-kitten-dry-cat-food-chicken-recipe-15-5-lb-991.webp?v=1778524021","url":"https:\/\/mymaxpet.com\/products\/hills-science-diet-kitten-dry-cat-food-chicken-recipe-15-5-lb","provider":"My Max Pet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}