Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33% | 35.87% |
| Fat | 19% | 20.65% |
| Carbohydrate | 25.5% | 27.72% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.35% |
| Crude Ash | 10.5% | 11.41% |
| Moisture | 8% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Hill's Science Diet
Kitten Dry Cat Food - Chicken Recipe
86.0
Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 33% | 35.87% |
| Fat | 19% | 20.65% |
| Carbohydrate | 25.5% | 27.72% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.35% |
| Crude Ash | 10.5% | 11.41% |
| Moisture | 8% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Product Features
Ingredients
Chicken, 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
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Key Nutrition Highlights
Offers content at a level that can meet basic protein needs.
Helps meet energy needs while providing a balanced nutritional profile.
Functional Components
Useful Notes
Presents a high mineral content profile. May be due to bone-containing ingredients.
Who Might This Product Be Suitable For?
Note: This information is advisory, not a prescription. Consult your veterinarian for special nutritional needs.
Protein Quality Index
This index evaluates protein source quality, clarity, and bioavailability rather than the crude protein percentage on the label. A lower result may indicate greater reliance on cereals, by-products, or plant concentrates, so it should be read together with the overall VetKriter score and the product's intended use.
Academic Assessment
The main protein source of this food is animal meat (chicken). Animal protein is a high-quality, highly bioavailable source for cats and dogs. However, some negative factors were detected in the ingredient profile. Overall protein quality class: A+ (90/100).
Recommended Guides
All ArticlesScientific Sources and Standards
The VetKriter™ scoring system has been developed based on nutrition standards set by the following international authorities and academic literature:
AAFCO Cat Food Profiles 2024
Current cat nutrition profiles established by the Association of American Feed Control Officials.
FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2023
Nutritional guidelines from the European Pet Food Industry Federation.
NRC 2006 Nutrient Requirements
Gold standard nutrient requirements for dogs and cats established by the National Research Council.
WSAVA Global Nutrition Guidelines
Global nutrition guidelines from the World Small Animal Veterinary Association.
Not Medical Advice
These analyses and VetKriter™ scores are a decision support system based on scientific algorithms and label data. No result replaces a physical veterinary examination or laboratory analysis. Always consult your veterinarian for treatment and nutrition planning of sick animals.