-
Key Benefits
These characteristics make Prescription Diet j/d wet dog food, a useful nutritional aid for dogs with a osteoarthritis
KEY FEATURES KEY BENEFITS Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) High Omega-3 Eicosapentaenoic acid works to interrupt the degradation of cartilage. Glucosamine, Chondroitin Added Provides building blocks for joint cartilage repair. L-Carnitine High Helps dogs burn fat while maintaining lean muscle mass. Antioxidants Added Defend cells from free radical oxidation, promoting a healthy immune system. Indications:
Primary Indications:
- Osteoarthritis
- Mild to moderate stages of heart disease, including asymptomatic
- Advanced stages of heart disease, including ascites or oedema from heart failure
- Heartworm disease
- Primary hypertension
Other Indications:
- Atopic dermatitis (environmental allergy)
- Flea allergy dermatitis (FAD)
- Otitis externa (chronic)
- Pruritic dermatitis
- Supports skin health in cases of secondary infections or other dermatoses
- Neoplasia, most forms
Evidence-Based Clinical Nutrition:
Improves mobility in as little as 21 days. 3-4
Prescription Diet j/d Dog Food is clinically proven nutrition to reduce pain in dogs with osteoarthritis.2-4
In a university study, 82% of dogs fed j/d Dog Food experienced improvement in weight bearing ability measured by peak vertical force (force plate gait analysis.) 2
Prescription Diet j/d Dog Food is clinically proven nutrition to help dogs with osteoarthritis walk and run better, play better and climb stairs more easily. 1-4
Additional Info:
Prescription Diet j/d Wet Dog Food has therapeutic levels of omega-3s and is enriched with glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to help preserve joint cartilage.
Feeding the food at optimal levels and added L-carnitine helps maintain a healthy weight and avoid extra stress on joints.
S+OXSHIELD: Formulated to promote a urinary environment that reduces the risk of developing struvite & calcium oxalate crystals
Other Products to Consider
- For patients with osteoarthritis and obesity, or obese-prone: Prescription Diet Metabolic+Mobility Dog Food
- For patients with osteoarthritis and concurrent chronic kidney disease (CKD): Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food
- For patients with mild to moderate stages of heart disease, including asymptomatic, advanced stages of heart disease, or heartworm disease: Prescription Diet Derm Defense Dog Food
- For patients with ascites or oedema associated with heart disease (heart failure) or primary hypertension: Prescription Diet Derm Defense Dog Food
- For patients with atopic dermatitis (environmental allergy), flea allergy dermatitis (FAD), or requiring skin health support in cases of secondary infections or other dermatoses: Prescription Diet Derm Complete Dog Food, Prescription Diet Derm Defense Dog Food, Prescription Diet d/d Dog Food, Prescription Diet Metabolic+Mobility Dog Food
- For patients with otitis externa (chronic) or pruritic dermatitis: Prescription Diet Derm Complete Dog Food, Prescription Diet Derm Defense Dog Food, Prescription Diet z/d Dog Food, Prescription Diet d/d Dog Food, Prescription Diet Metabolic+Mobility Dog Food
- For patients with neoplasia (most forms): Prescription Diet a/d Dog/Cat Food, Prescription Diet i/d Dog Food
References:
1. Roush et al, Multicenter veterinary practice assessment of the effects of omega-3 fatty acids on osteoatrthritis in dogs. JAVMA 2010; 236:59-66. DMS 10000033620
2. Roush et al, Evaluation of the effects of dietary supplementation with fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on weight bearing in dogs with osteoarthritis. JAVMA 2010; 236:67-73 DMS 10000033622
3. Fritsch et al, Dose - Titration Effects of Fish Oil in Osteoarthritic Dogs. JVIM 2010; 24: 1020-1026. DMS 10000027931
4. Fritsch et al, A multicenter study of the effect of dietary supplementation with fish oil omega-3 fatty acids on carprofen dosage in dogs with osteoarthritis. JAVMA 2010; 236:535-539. DMS 10000027932
5. Vandeweerd JM, et al. Systematic review of efficacy of nutraceuticals to alleviate clinical signs of osteoarthritis J Vet Intern Med 2012;26:448-456.
-
Feeding Guide
How to adjust feeding amounts to maintain optimal weight.
Provide specific feeding instructions for your patient.
Adjust feeding amounts as necessary to maintain optimal weight.
Reinforce with clients to feed Prescription Diet dry food, canned food, & Hill's treats exclusively.
This is only a guide. Grams are the most accurate form of measurement. Monitoring your patient's condition will assure the nutritional recommendation provides the best results.
Gradually transition to this new food for 7 days or more.
Adult maintenance Mixed Feeding Guide
Weight of Dog — kgs Amount per Day - 370 g cans Amount per Day - grams 1 0.25 + -5 g 2 0.25 + 20 g 4 0.5 + 20 g 5 0.5 + 35 g 10 1 + 40 g 20 1 + 160 g 30 1 + 260 g 40 1 + 360 g 50 2 + 310 g 60+ 2 + 7 g per kg Adult maintenance
Weight of Dog — kgs Amount per Day - 13 oz (370 g) cans 1 1/4 2 3/8 4 2/3 5 3/4 10 1 1/4 20 2 1/4 30 3 40 3 2/3 50 4 1/4 60+ 30 g per kg -
Ingredients
-
Average Nutrient & Caloric Content
491 kcal (370 g) can
Nutrient As Fed1
%Dry Matter2
%As Fed, Caloric Basis3
g/100 kcalMoisture 68 % Protein 6.3 % 19.5 % 4.7 g / 100 kcal Fat 5.9 % 18.3 % 4.4 g / 100 kcal Carbohydrate / NFE 17.3 % 53.6 % 13 g / 100 kcal Crude Fiber 1.2 % 3.8 % 0.9 g / 100 kcal Ash 1.6 % 4.9 % 1.2 g / 100 kcal Calcium 0.24 % 0.73 % 177 mg / 100 kcal Phosphorus 0.18 % 0.56 % 136 mg / 100 kcal Potassium 0.26 % 0.81 % 196 mg / 100 kcal Sodium 0.08 % 0.25 % 61 mg / 100 kcal Magnesium 0.032 % 0.099 % 24 mg / 100 kcal Vitamin A 15879 IU/kg 49190 IU/kg 1197 IU / 100 kcal Vitamin C 48 ppm 148 ppm 3.59 mg / 100 kcal Vitamin D 540 IU/kg 1672 IU/kg 40.7 IU / 100 kcal Vitamin E 233 IU/kg 721 IU/kg 17.54 IU / 100 kcal Total Omega-3 FA 1.19 % 3.69 % 898 mg / 100 kcal Total Omega-6 FA 0.87 % 2.7 % 656 mg / 100 kcal Beta-Carotene 1.64 ppm 5.09 ppm 0.12 mg / 100 kcal