Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20% | 22.22% |
| Fat | 13% | 14.44% |
| Carbohydrate | 45.5% | 50.56% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.44% |
| Crude Ash | 7.5% | 8.33% |
| Moisture | 10% | - |
When comparing foods, please consider the moisture-free Dry Matter (DM) values.
Hill's Science Diet
® Science Diet® Sensitive Stomach & Skin Small Bites Adult Dog Dry Food - Chicken & Barley
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Nutrient Analysis Table
| NUTRIENT | LABEL | DM |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 20% | 22.22% |
| Fat | 13% | 14.44% |
| Carbohydrate | 45.5% | 50.56% |
| Crude Fiber | 4% | 4.44% |
| Crude Ash | 7.5% | 8.33% |
| Moisture | 10% | - |
Use Dry Matter (DM) values for comparison.
Product Features
Ingredients
Chicken, Chicken Meal, Yellow Peas, Cracked Pearled Barley, Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Sorghum, Egg Product, Chicken Fat, SoybeanOil, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavor, Lactic Acid, Flaxseed, Pork Liver Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Iodized Salt, 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), Choline Chloride, Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene
Nutrient Profile (DM)
VetKriter™ Nutrition Guide
Functional Components
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. Overall protein quality class: A+ (95/100).
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 Dog Food Profiles 2024
Current dog 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.