ACANA vs Hill's Science Diet
ACANA and Hill's Science Diet are compared using the VetKriter scientific scoring system. ACANA has 122 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 81.2, while Hill's Science Diet has 88 products with an average VetKriter™ score of 74.4.
ACANA leads with a 6.8 point higher average VetKriter™ score.
Higher Score
ACANA
122 Products
VS
Hill's Science Diet
88 Products
74.4
Average VetKriter™
Protein
14.6%
Fat
7.8%
VetKriter™ Min–Max
57.20 – 89.90
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ACANA Top Products
| # | Product | VetKriter™ | Protein |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Highest Protein, Grasslands Dry Cat Food | 96 | 36.0% |
| 2 | Highest Protein, Kitten Recipe Dry Cat Food | 96 | 38.0% |
| 3 | Highest Protein, Meadowlands Dry Cat Food | 96 | 36.0% |
| 4 | Highest Protein, Indoor Cat Recipe Dry Cat Food | 95 | 38.0% |
| 5 | ACANA Premium Pâté, Chicken & Tuna Kitten Recipe Wet Cat Food | 95 | 10.0% |
| 6 | Chunks in Broth Beef & Tuna Recipe Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 7 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Tuna Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 9.0% |
| 8 | Chunks in Broth Lamb & Kidney Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 8.5% |
| 9 | Chunks in Broth Salmon & Chicken Recipe 3oz Wet Cat Food | 94 | 10.0% |
| 10 | Chunks in Broth Chicken & Salmon Recipe for Kittens | 94 | 11.0% |
Hill's Science Diet Top Products
Frequently Asked Questions
According to VetKriter analysis, ACANA has an average VetKriter™ score of 81.2 (122 products), while Hill's Science Diet has 74.4 (88 products). Individual products should be compared based on your pet's specific needs.
ACANA products average 26.5% crude protein, while Hill's Science Diet averages 14.6%. Both values should be evaluated in the context of the overall nutritional profile.
Both ACANA and Hill's Science Diet contain products evaluated by VetKriter using AAFCO, FEDIAF, and NRC standards. We recommend consulting your veterinarian to find the most suitable food for your pet.
For kittens and puppies, ACANA leads: ACANA averages 86.7 VetKriter™ score across 13 formulas, while Hill's Science Diet averages 82.3 across 14.
For senior pets, ACANA leads: ACANA averages 82.9 VetKriter™ score across 3 formulas, while Hill's Science Diet averages 72 across 23.
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Scientific Analysis by
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VetKriter™ · AAFCO / FEDIAF / NRC 2026