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Hill's Prescription Diet

k/d Dog Food

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Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Dry Dog Food with ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense, is specially formulated by nutritionists & veterinarians to help manage Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and is clinically proven to help protect vital kidney function, slowing the progression of the disease and is clinically proven to improve & lengthen quality of life. Includes a proprietary blend of prebiotics that nourishes the gut microbiome to reduce harmful waste products within the intestinal tract due to impaired kidney function. 1,2,3,4

Prescription Diet k/d Dry Dog Food contains a proprietary technology, Enhanced Appetite Trigger (E.A.T.) for dogs, which is clinically proven to stimulate appetite and increase caloric intake of dogs with kidney disease. 5,6

In addition to high levels of essential amino acids and L-carnitine, increasing caloric intake will support the dog's natural ability to maintain muscle mass daily. 6

This dry food has an irresistible taste that dogs love.

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  • Key Benefits

    Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Dry Dog Food with ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense, is specially formulated by nutritionists & veterinarians to help manage Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and is clinically proven to help protect vital kidney function, slowing the progression of the disease and is clinically proven to improve & lengthen quality of life. Includes a proprietary blend of prebiotics that nourishes the gut microbiome to reduce harmful waste products within the intestinal tract due to impaired kidney function. 1,2,3,4

    Prescription Diet k/d Dry Dog Food contains a proprietary technology, Enhanced Appetite Trigger (E.A.T.) for dogs, which is clinically proven to stimulate appetite and increase caloric intake of dogs with kidney disease. 5,6

    In addition to high levels of essential amino acids and L-carnitine, increasing caloric intake will support the dog's natural ability to maintain muscle mass daily. 6

    This dry food has an irresistible taste that dogs love.


    These characteristics make Prescription Diet k/d dry dog food, a useful nutritional aid for dogs with kidney disease:

    KEY FEATURES KEY BENEFITS
    Phosphorus & Sodium Controlled Help slow the progression of chronic kidney disease
    ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense Added A proprietary blend of prebiotics shown to nourish the gut microbiome to reduce uremic toxins
    Enhanced Appetite Trigger (E.A.T.) Technology for dogs. Added Stimulates appetite in dogs with kidney disease and increases caloric intake
    Omega-3s (EPA/DHA) from fish oil Added Helps fight kidney inflammation
    Essential Amino Acids Increased Help the dog's natural ability to maintain muscle mass daily
    L-Carnitine Increased Helps improve utilization of fat to avoid muscle breakdown for energy
    Antioxidants Added Defend cells from free radical oxidation, promoting a healthy immune system

    Indications:

    Primary Indications:

    - Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):

    • IRIS Stages 3-4
    • All IRIS stages with proteinuria

    - Acute kidney insult

    - Uraemic encephalopathy

    - Leishmaniasis with concurrent CKD

    Other Indications:

    - CKD IRIS Stages 1-2 (non-proteinuric)

    - Hepatic encephalopathy

     

     

    Not Recommended For:

    Growing puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs.

    Patients with hyperlipidemia, pancreatitis, history of pancreatitis or at risk of pancreatitis.


    Evidence-Based Clinical Nutrition:

    Feeding the nutrition of Prescription Diet k/d to dogs with early IRIS Stage 3 chronic kidney disease for 2 years versus a typical adult grocery food was associated with significant benefits including significantly delayed onset of uremic crises by approximately 5 months, living 3 times longer, and improved quality of life (72% less likely to suffer clinical signs associated with kidney disease).1,2

     

    Additional Info:

    Prescription Diet k/d has increased dietary buffering capacity. This helps counteract the tendency for metabolic acidosis, a common complication as kidney disease progresses.

    Ideal for long-term feeding of dogs with kidney disease.

    Dry and canned formulas can be mixed or fed concurrently.


    Other Products to Consider

    - For patients with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) IRIS Stages 3-4 , and all IRIS stages with proteinuria: Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food, Prescription Diet k/d Early Stage Dog Food

    - For patients with CKD and concurrent osteoarthritis: Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food

    - For patients with acute kidney insult: Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food, Prescription Diet k/d Early Stage Dog Food

    - For patients with uremic encephalopathy: Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food, Prescription Diet u/d Dog Food

    - For patients with early Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) IRIS Stages 1-2 (non-proteinuric): Prescription Diet k/d Early Stage Dog Food, Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food

    - For patients with hepatic encephalopathy: Prescription Diet l/d Dog Food, Prescription Diet u/d Dog Food

    - For patients with leishmaniasis with concurrent CKD: Prescription Diet k/d+Mobility Dog Food


    References:

    1 Jacob F, Polzin DJ, Osborne CA, et al. Clinical evaluation of dietary modification for treatment of spontaneous chronic renal failure in dogs. J Am Vet Med Assoc 2002; 220:1163-70.

    2 Jacob F, Osborne C, Polzin D. Effect of dietary modification on health-related quality of life (HRQL) in dogs with spontaneous chronic renal failure. (Abstr) Proceedings ACVIM, Minneapolis, MN 2004:828.

    3 Hall J. et al, A longitudinal study on the acceptance and effects of a therapeutic renal food in pet dogs with IRIS-Stage 1 chronic kidney disease. J Anim Physiol Anim Nutr. 2017;1–11.

    4 Ephraim E and Jewell DE, Effect of Added Dietary Betaine and Soluble Fiber on Metabolites and Fecal Microbiome in Dogs with Early Renal Disease. Metabolites 2020, 10, 0370; doi:10.3390/metabo10090370

    5 Fritsch, D & Jewell D. A food with controlled protein and phosphorus has beneficial effects for dogs with varying stages of renal disease. (Abstr.) Proceedings ACVIM, Nashville, TN 2014:1079

    6 Hill's Data on File. Clinical Report of feeding studies to validate the increased caloric intake and taste acceptance for Prescription Diet k/d Canine among dogs with renal insufficiency.


  • DAILY Feeding Guide

    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

    Weight of Dog - kgs Amount per Day - 370 g cans Amount per Day - grams
    1 0.25 + 5 g
    2 0.25 + 25 g
    4 0.5 + 30 g
    5 0.5 + 45 g
    10 1 + 60 g
    20 1 + 170 g
    30 1 + 260 g
    40 2 + 255 g
    50 2 + 335 g
    60+ 2 + 7 g per kg

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog - kgs Amount per Day - grams
    1 30
    2 45
    4 80
    5 95
    10 155
    20 265
    30 355
    40 445
    50 525
    60+ 10 g per kg

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog - kgs Amount per Day - 200 g cans Amount per Day - grams
    1 0.5 + 15 g
    2 0.5 + 15 g
    4 1 + 20 g
    5 1 + 35 g
    10 1 + 95 g
    20 2 + 145 g
    30 2 + 235 g
    40 2 + 320 g
    50 2 + 405 g
    60+ 2 + 8 g per kg

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog - kgs Amount per Day - 156 g cans Amount per Day - grams
    1 0.5 + 10 g
    2 1 + 10 g
    4 1 + 40 g
    5 1 + 55 g
    10 2 + 80 g
    20 2 + 185 g
    30 2 + 280 g
    40 2 + 365 g
    50 2 + 445 g
    60+ 2 + 9 g per kg

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog - kgs Amount per Day - 354 g cans Amount per Day - grams
    1 0.25 + 5 g
    2 0.25 + 25 g
    4 0.5 + 35 g
    5 0.5 + 50 g
    10 1 + 70 g
    20 1 + 175 g
    30 2 + 180 g
    40 2 + 270 g
    50 2 + 350 g
    60+ 2 + 7 g per kg

  • Ingredients

    High quality protein and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

    Original: Broken rice, animal fat, maize, dried whole eggs, dried beet pulp, pea protein, digest, minerals, soybean oil, fish oil (2%), flaxseed, L-carnitine, oat bran, vitamins, fructo-oligosaccharides, taurine, trace elements and beta-carotene. With a natural antioxidant (mixed tocopherols).

  • Average Nutrient & Caloric Content

    4021 kcal/kg (402 kcal/100g)

    Nutrient As Fed1
    %    		 Dry Matter2
    %    		 As Fed, Caloric Basis3
    g/100 kcal
    Moisture 8 %
    Protein 13.9 % 15.2 % 3.5 g / 100 kcal
    Fat 20.5 % 22.4 % 5.1 g / 100 kcal
    Carbohydrate / NFE 51.2 % 56 % 12.7 g / 100 kcal
    Crude Fiber 1.5 % 1.6 % 0.4 g / 100 kcal
    Ash 4.4 % 4.8 % 1.1 g / 100 kcal
    Soluble Fiber 1.6 % 1.8 % 0.4 g / 100 kcal
    Calcium 0.63 % 0.69 % 158 mg / 100 kcal
    Phosphorus 0.27 % 0.29 % 67 mg / 100 kcal
    Potassium 0.68 % 0.75 % 170 mg / 100 kcal
    Sodium 0.16 % 0.18 % 41 mg / 100 kcal
    Magnesium 0.102 % 0.111 % 25 mg / 100 kcal
    Taurine 0.12 % 0.13 % 31 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin A 8759 IU/kg 9573 IU/kg 218 IU / 100 kcal
    Vitamin C 93 ppm 101 ppm 2.31 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin D 734 IU/kg 802 IU/kg 18.3 IU / 100 kcal
    Vitamin E 584 IU/kg 638 IU/kg 14.53 IU / 100 kcal
    Thiamine 76 ppm 83 ppm 1.9 mg / 100 kcal
    Riboflavin (B2) 6.6 ppm 7.2 ppm 0.16 mg / 100 kcal
    Niacin 35 ppm 38 ppm 0.9 mg / 100 kcal
    Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) 3.2 ppm 3.5 ppm 0.08 mg / 100 kcal
    Pantothenic Acid 29.7 ppm 32.4 ppm 0.74 mg / 100 kcal
    Folic Acid 1.17 ppm 1.28 ppm 0.03 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) 0.12 ppm 0.13 ppm 3 mcg / 100 kcal
    Biotin 0.24 ppm 0.27 ppm 0.01 mg / 100 kcal
    DHA 0.229 % 0.25 % 56.9 mg / 100 kcal
    EPA 0.315 % 0.345 % 78.4 mg / 100 kcal
    EPA + DHA 0.544 % 0.595 % 0.1 g / 100 kcal
    Total Omega-3 FA 1.11 % 1.21 % 276 mg / 100 kcal
    Total Omega-6 FA 3.65 % 3.99 % 908 mg / 100 kcal
    Beta-Carotene 1.51 ppm 1.65 ppm 0.04 mg / 100 kcal
    Carnitine 530.5 ppm 579.8 ppm 13.19 mg / 100 kcal
    Glucosamine 10 ppm 11 ppm 0 mg / 100 kcal
    Chondroitin Sulfate 0 ppm 0 ppm 0 mg / 100 kcal

    References:

    1Differs from label guarantees which are either maximums or minimums.
    2The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles with differing moisture contents.
    3Nutrient intake for every 100 kilocalories consumed.

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