Hills clinically-proven A/D prescription diet for dogs and cats has been formulated by veterinarians to aid recovery from certain debilitating conditions, including loss of appetite and surgical convalescence. The diet, available from VioVet, can also aid feline recovery from hepatic lipidosis, a common liver disease believed to be influenced by obesity. Hills prescription diet is not suitable for dogs or cats with fluid-retention related complaints, or for those intolerant of high fat intake or suffering from pancreatitis.
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- Feeding Guide
- Hills Prescription Diet a/d key benefits
- Ingredients
- Additional information
- Recommended for
- Not recommended for
Feeding Guide
These ranges are a starting point only, because pets' needs vary. The amount to be fed and the length of feeding will vary depending on the medical condition of the patient. Adjust the feeding amount to maintain optimal body weight and divide into 3-6 equal portions, fed throughout the day.
| Schedule1 | Schedule 2 | Schedule 3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body Weight kg | Cage rest | Surgery, sepsis, cancer, trauma, fever | Severe burn, injury, head trauma |
| 1 | 1/3 | 1/2 | 2/3 |
| 2 | 2/3 | 3/4 | 1 |
| 3 | 1 | 1 1/4 | 1 1/2 |
| 4 | 1 1/4 | 1 1/3 | 1 3/4 |
| 5 | 1 1/3 | 1 2/3 | 2 1/4 |
| 7.5 | 1 3/4 | 2 1/4 | 3 |
| 10 | 2 1/4 | 2 2/3 | 3 2/3 |
| 12.5 | 2 2/3 | 3 1/4 | 4 1/4 |
| 15 | 3 | 3 2/3 | 5 |
| 20 | 3 3/4 | 4 1/2 | 6 |
| 25 | 4 1/2 | 5 1/3 | 7 1/4 |
| 30 | 5 1/4 | 6 1/4 | 8 1/4 |
| 35 | 5 3/4 | 7 | 9 1/4 |
| 40 | 6 1/3 | 7 2/3 | 10 1/4 |
| 45 | 7 | 8 1/3 | 11 1/4 |
| 50 | 7 1/2 | 9 | 12 |
| 55 | 8 | 9 2/3 | 13 |
| 60 | 8 2/3 | 10 1/3 | 13 3/4 |
Hills Prescription Diet a/d key benefits
| KEY FEATURES | KEY BENEFITS | |
|---|---|---|
| Protein Branched-chain amino acids Arginine Fat Omega-3 fatty acids | Increased | Supports wound healing. Helps preserve lean body mass. Helps maintain body defences. Primary energy source for nutritional restoration. Soothes inflamed tissues. |
| Glutamine | Increased | Supports small intestinal health. |
| Zinc | Increased | Supports convalescence and natural defences. |
| Potassium | Increased | Combats depletion. |
| Palatability | High | Aids acceptance by inappetant patients. |
| Consistency | Soft and thixotropic (stirring makes it more liquid) | Gives flexibility in feeding, i.e. by bowl, spoon, syringe or tube. |
Additional information
- For greatest acceptance, ensure food is between room and body temperature (20 - 40 degrees C); do not feed straight from the refrigerator.
- When syringe-feeding, thoroughly stir the contents of the can before filling the syringe.
- Discard any unused portion after 36 hours.
- In patients with reduced gastrointestinal function, a 3 day transitional feeding strategy may be necessary:
Day 1 - a third of recommended total intake twice that amount of water;
Day 2 - two- thirds of recommended total intake half that amount of water;
Day 3 - full recommended intake, undiluted. - For tube feeding blend with 1-2 parts water.
Recommended for
- Recovery (including anorexia, debility, surgical convalescence and tube feeding).
- Hepatic lipidosis (without encephalopathy or primary liver disorders).
Not recommended for
- Patients where the primary objective is to avoid fluid retention, or prevent the accumulation of nitrogenous by-products, phosphorus or sodium
- Patients intolerant of high fat intake eg. with hyperlipidaemic pancreatitis, or with a history of, or at risk of, pancreatitis
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Summary of Customer Ratings & Reviews for Hills Prescription Diet Dog & Cat Food » A/D Food
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1 out of 1 (100%) customers would recommend this product.
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life saving
12th May 2013- VioVet Customer Since: July 2009
- From: Shropshire, United Kingdom
Although not good for my 19yr old with all his ailments, when he is ill and will not eat, open a can of this and I know he will start eating again. Always keep some at home or when we travel
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