{"product_id":"hills-science-diet-puppy-dry-dog-food-chicken-meal-barley-recipe-15-5-lb","title":"Hill's Science Diet Puppy Dry Dog Food, Chicken Meal \u0026 Barley Recipe (15.5 lb)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eChicken and Brown Rice Puppy Dry Dog Food for All Breed Sizes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHill's Science Diet Puppy Dry Dog Food in Chicken \u0026amp; Brown Rice Recipe is a flavor-rich kibble carefully formulated to support five essential building blocks for healthy puppy development from weaning through the first year. With ActivBiome+ Digestion supporting the gut microbiome, DHA from fish oil for healthy brain development, balanced minerals for strong bones and teeth, and antioxidant vitamins for a developing immune system, this 15.5 lb bag gives growing puppies everything they need from one trusted daily formula. Also suitable for pregnant and nursing dogs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBenefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivBiome+ Digestion:\u003c\/strong\u003e A special blend of prebiotic fibers supports the gut microbiome and promotes healthy digestion in growing puppies throughout daily feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrain Development and Training Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e DHA at 0.062% dry matter from fish oil supports healthy brain development and cognitive function to support training readiness in puppies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLean Muscle Growth:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality chicken as the first ingredient provides the protein needed to fuel healthy muscle development throughout the puppy's first year of life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrong Bones and Teeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Calcium at 1.54% and phosphorus at 1.26% dry matter are balanced to support healthy skeletal and dental development in growing puppies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAntioxidant Immune Support:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vitamins C at 192 ppm and E at 564 IU\/kg support the healthy development of the immune system in puppies during daily feeding.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSkin and Coat Health:\u003c\/strong\u003e Omega-6 fatty acids at 4.11% dry matter alongside fish oil support healthy skin condition and a well-nourished coat throughout puppyhood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for Pregnant and Nursing Dogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Verified by AAFCO feeding tests for gestating and lactating adult female dogs alongside growing puppies up to 1 year old.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4.5 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e15.5 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e30 lb\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat, Whole Grain Corn, Whole Grain Oats, Pea Protein, Soybean Meal, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Ground Pecan Shells, Dicalcium Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Pork Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Iodized Salt, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Dried Citrus Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, Pressed Cranberries, vitamins (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), L-Threonine, DL-Methionine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, L-Tryptophan, Beta-Carotene.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable height=\"571\" style=\"width: 53.495%;\"\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\u003e27.8%\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\u003eFat\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e19%\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\u003e42.4%\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\u003e2.5%\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\u003eCalcium\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1.54%\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\u003e1.26%\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\u003e0.136%\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\u003e192 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\u003e564 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\u003eDHA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"138\" style=\"width: 44.7681%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e0.062%\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\u003e0.62%\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\u003e4.11%\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 3747 kcal\/kg | 393 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=\"620\" style=\"width: 53.495%;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight of Dog - lbs (kgs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnder 4 Months \/ Pregnancy Weeks 7-9 - cups (grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e4 to 9 Months \/ Pregnancy Weeks 5-6 - cups (grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e10 to 12 Months \/ Pregnancy Weeks 1-4 - cups (grams)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 lbs (0.9 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/2 (50 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3\/8 (40 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1\/3 (35 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 lbs (2.3 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 (105 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\/8 (90 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2\/3 (70 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 lbs (3.6 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 3\/8 (145 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 1\/8 (120 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7\/8 (90 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 lbs (4.5 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 2\/3 (175 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 3\/8 (145 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 1\/8 (120 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e20 lbs (9.1 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 3\/4 (290 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 1\/3 (245 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 3\/4 (185 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e40 lbs (18 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 2\/3 (490 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 (420 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e3 1\/4 (340 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e60 lbs (27 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 1\/3 (665 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 1\/3 (560 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e4 1\/4 (445 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e80 lbs (36 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e8 (840 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 1\/2 (680 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e5 1\/4 (550 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100 lbs (45 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 1\/3 (980 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 3\/4 (815 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e6 1\/4 (655 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"84\" style=\"width: 14.9227%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e120 lbs (54 kg)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"162\" style=\"width: 28.5868%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e10 2\/3 (1120 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"156\" style=\"width: 27.5081%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e9 (945 g)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd width=\"161\" style=\"width: 28.0475%;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 1\/4 (760 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\u003eAdjust for Optimal Weight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fine-tune daily amounts as needed to help the puppy maintain a healthy body weight throughout each growth stage, and consult a vet if the correct amount is unclear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransition Over 7 Days:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mix more of the new food with less of the old each day over a full week to keep the transition smooth and comfortable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Water Always:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep fresh drinking water available to the puppy at all times throughout the day alongside every meal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReview With Vet at Every Checkup:\u003c\/strong\u003e A puppy's nutritional needs change across each growth bracket, so reviewing daily feeding amounts at every routine vet visit helps keep portions accurate.\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 Puppies and Pregnant or Nursing Dogs Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is recommended for puppies up to 1 year old and for pregnant or nursing adult female dogs. It is not appropriate for adult dogs, Adult 7+ dogs, or obese-prone dogs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot for Large Breed Puppies:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is not designed for large breed puppies expected to weigh 70 lbs or more as adults. Large breed puppy owners should choose Hill's Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Chicken \u0026amp; Brown Rice Recipe instead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUpdate Portions Across Growth Stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Daily amounts change meaningfully between the under-4-month, 4-to-9-month, and 10-to-12-month brackets, so reviewing and updating portions at each stage is important to prevent under or overfeeding.\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\u003eDigestive Sensitivity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moving to a new food too quickly may cause temporary digestive discomfort, making the full 7-day gradual transition important before fully replacing 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\u003eStore in Original Bag:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep the food in its original bag after opening, as the bag provides a fat barrier that helps retain the best flavor and freshness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCool and Dry Environment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in a cool, dry place below 100°F (38°C) to prevent vitamin degradation and oxidation of fats that can lead to rancidity.\u003c\/li\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\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy\"\u003eshipping 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\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ1: What does ActivBiome+ Digestion do for a growing puppy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e ActivBiome+ Digestion is Hill's proprietary blend of prebiotic fibers specifically designed to support the gut microbiome and promote healthy digestion. For puppies, establishing a well-functioning digestive system from an early age is important, and the prebiotic fiber blend in this formula helps nourish the beneficial bacteria in the gut throughout the puppy's first year of daily feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ2: How does this puppy food support brain development and help with training?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e DHA at 0.062% dry matter from fish oil supports healthy brain development and cognitive function in growing puppies. Hill's specifically highlights that this formula supports both healthy brain development and training readiness, as DHA plays a structural role in neural tissue development during the puppy's first year when the brain is most actively forming and responsive to learning new behaviors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ3: Is this Hill's puppy chicken and brown rice formula suitable for all breed sizes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is designed for small and medium breed puppies and is appropriate for daily feeding up to 1 year of age. It is not recommended for large breed puppies expected to weigh 70 lbs or more as adults, as those breeds have different calcium and phosphorus needs during growth. Large breed puppy owners should use Hill's Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Chicken \u0026amp; Brown Rice Recipe, which is specifically calibrated for large breed skeletal development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ4: How long will a 15.5 lb bag of this puppy food last?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Duration depends on the puppy's weight and age bracket. For a 20 lb puppy in the 4 to 9 month bracket eating approximately 2 1\/3 cups per day, a 15.5 lb bag would last roughly 3 to 4 weeks. Smaller puppies eating less than 1 cup per day would stretch the same bag to 5 or 6 weeks, making the 15.5 lb size practical for a range of household feeding needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ5: Can I feed this puppy formula to my pregnant dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this formula is verified by AAFCO feeding tests for both growing puppies and gestating or lactating adult female dogs. The feeding chart includes pregnancy-specific columns aligned to gestation weeks, making it practical to adjust daily amounts throughout the pregnancy. The transition to this food should be completed gradually over 7 days when first introducing it during pregnancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ6: Does this puppy dry food contain whole grains and are they beneficial?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, this formula includes brown rice, whole grain wheat, whole grain corn, and whole grain oats as carbohydrate sources. These whole grains provide digestible energy and contribute to the fiber profile alongside ground pecan shells, flaxseed, beet pulp, and citrus pulp, which together support healthy digestion and steady energy release throughout the puppy's active daily routine during the first year.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eQ7: When should I transition my puppy from this formula to a Hill's adult dog food?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e This formula is recommended for puppies up to 1 year old. Once the puppy reaches approximately 12 months, transitioning to Hill's Science Diet Adult Chicken \u0026amp; Brown Rice Recipe dry dog food is the appropriate next step. 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