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Key Benefits
Prescription Diet® t/d® Canine pet food is specially formulated by nutritionists & veterinarians to help support the dental health of dogs and is clinically proven nutrition to reduce plaque, stain, & tartar buildup.
Fiber
Kibble SizeIncreased Fiber matrix resists crumbling. Kibble engulfs tooth and fibers clean the tooths surface. Antioxidants Added Defend cells from free radical oxidation, promoting a healthy immune system. Protein Reduced Limits a component of plaque. Calcium Reduced Limits the mineralization of plaque to tartar. These characteristics make Prescription Diet t/d Canine veterinary exclusive pet food useful as a nutritional aid for dogs with dental disease:
100% Satisfaction Guarantee We're confident your pet will enjoy Hill's® Prescription Diet® foods. We're so confident that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee.*
* 100% Satisfaction Guarantee - if you are unsatisfied for any reason, return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.
Additional Info:
- The proprietary fiber matrix resists crumbling and scrubs the entire supragingival tooth surface to reduce bacteria-laden plaque.
- The kibble size increases mechanical cleaning action in small dogs. Teeth are cleansed without mineral abrasives or active chemical ingredients. Note: For maximum benefit, t/d Canine Small Bites should be exclusively fed to dogs under 20 lbs body weight on a daily basis following dental prophylaxis.
- Proven palatability for improved compliance - dogs love to eat it and owners love to feed it.
- t/d Canine reduces oral malodor from plaque and oral disease. It has been awarded the VOHC Seal for mechanical control of tartar and plaque.
References:
1 Finney O, Logan EI, Simone AJ, et al., Effects of diet on esisting plaque, calculus, and gingivitis in dogs, 10th Annual Veterinary Dental Forum, Conference Proceedings, 1996: 143-146.
2 Data on file, Hills Pet Nutrition, Inc.
*Only Hill's®; dental foods (Prescription Diet®; t/d®; and Science Diet®; Oral Care) have been awarded the VOHC Seal for the control of plaque and tartar in both canine and feline formulas. The VOHC Seal is a trademark owned by the Veterinary Oral Health Council
Additional Info:
- The proprietary fiber matrix resists crumbling and scrubs the entire supragingival tooth surface to reduce bacteria-laden plaque.
- The kibble size increases mechanical cleaning action in small dogs. Teeth are cleansed without mineral abrasives or active chemical ingredients. Note: For maximum benefit, t/d Canine Small Bites should be exclusively fed to dogs under 20 lbs body weight on a daily basis following dental prophylaxis.
- Proven palatability for improved compliance - dogs love to eat it and owners love to feed it.
- t/d Canine reduces oral malodor from plaque and oral disease. It has been awarded the VOHC Seal for mechanical control of tartar and plaque.
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Feeding Guide
How to adjust feeding amounts to maintain optimal weight.
Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight. Monitoring your patient's condition will assure the nutritional recommendation provides the best results.
- Gradually transition to the new food over a 7 day period.
- Note: For maximum benefit, t/d Canine Small Bites should be exclusively fed to dogs under 20 lbs body weight on a daily basis following dental prophylaxis.
- Recommended for dogs weighing less than 10 kg (22 lb).
Adult maintenance
Weight of Dog — lbs (kgs) Amount per Day - cups (grams) 2 (0,9) 3/8 (25) 4 (1,8) 3/4 (55) 6 (2,7) 1 (70) 8 (3,6) 1 1/4 (90) 10 (4,5) 1 3/8 (100) 15 (6,8) 1 7/8 (135) 20 (9,1) 2 1/3 (165) -
Ingredients
High quality protein and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.
Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken By-Product Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Chicken Fat, Soybean Mill Run, Egg Product, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Soybean Oil, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, Iodized Salt, L-Lysine, vitamins (Vitamin ESupplement, 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), Choline Chloride, DL-Methionine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Dicalcium Phosphate, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
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Average Nutrient & Caloric Content
Balanced nutrition that exceeds AAFCO nutrition standards.
3468 kcal/kg (246 kcal/cup†)
Nutrient As Fed1
%Dry Matter2
%As Fed, Caloric Basis3
g/100 kcalProtein 16.7 % 18.3 % 4.8 g / 100 kcal Fat 15.1 % 16.5 % 4.4 g / 100 kcal Carbohydrate / NFE 45.7 % 49.9 % 13.2 g / 100 kcal Crude Fiber 9.9 % 10.8 % 2.9 g / 100 kcal Calcium 0.58 % 0.63 % 167 mg / 100 kcal Phosphorus 0.42 % 0.45 % 120 mg / 100 kcal Potassium 0.69 % 0.76 % 200 mg / 100 kcal Sodium 0.23 % 0.25 % 66 mg / 100 kcal Magnesium 0.074 % 0.081 % 21 mg / 100 kcal Vitamin C 174 ppm 190 ppm 5.01 mg / 100 kcal Vitamin E 683 IU/kg 746 IU/kg 19.7 IU / 100 kcal Total Omega-3 FA 0.22 % 0.24 % 64 mg / 100 kcal Total Omega-6 FA 3.5 % 3.83 % 1010 mg / 100 kcal References
1The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.
†An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of t/d Small Bites Chicken Flavor Dry Dog Food contains 2.5 oz. by weight.