How do I choose the ideal Science Diet® food for my pet?
Science Diet foods are specifically formulated to meet the energy and nutrition needs of pets of all lifestyles and life stages. Use our online product selector to help determine which Science Diet food is best for your pet's needs. We recommend you visit with your veterinarian regarding this question. Your veterinarian is the best resource regarding your pet's health and is the most qualified person to supervise the nutritional management of multiple health issues for your pet.
What are the ingredients in the Science Diet® brand pet food my pet eats?
Frequently Asked QuestionsAll of Science Diet foods and their ingredients are listed in our online Science Diet® product selector. You can also find a list of all product ingredients on the package.
Where can I buy Science Diet® brand pet food?
Frequently Asked QuestionsScience Diet brand pet foods are available at most veterinary clinics and hospitals, pet specialty stores, feed stores and some pet grooming facilities. We can help locate a veterinarian or find a retailer near you. Science Diet foods are also available online from authorized pet stores.
What is the difference between Prescription Diet® and Science Diet® brand pet foods?
Frequently Asked QuestionsPrescription Diet® brand pet foods are formulated to address specific medical conditions that can develop in pets. Science Diet® brand pet foods are formulated to meet the needs of healthy pets during various life stages. Prescription Diet foods are only available through your pet's veterinarian, while Science Diet foods are available through your veterinarian and at pet specialty stores, feed stores and some pet grooming facilities.
How many calories are in Science Diet® brand pet foods?
Frequently Asked QuestionsCalories vary from one product to another because each is designed for specific life stages and lifestyles. The calorie content for each of our foods is included in our online Science Diet® product selector.
How can I buy Science Diet® brand pet food and have it delivered to my home?
Frequently Asked QuestionsIn the continental United States, we offer a home delivery service for small quantities of Science Diet® foods; simply call Hill's Home Delivery at 1-800-530-4437. Prescription Diet® brand pet foods are sold only through veterinarians. Prescription Diet® pet foods are only available through your pet's veterinarian, while Science Diet® pet foods are available through your veterinarian and at pet specialty stores, feed stores and some pet grooming facilities.
How are Hill's® Science Diet® and Prescription Diet® canned foods preserved?
Frequently Asked QuestionsThere are no preservatives added to Hill's canned products. The canning process naturally preserves the food. This is similar to when we might can green beans or tomatoes.
Can I give my dog a treat although he is eating Prescription Diet® pet food?
Prescription Diet Canine Treats are a low-calorie, restricted mineral treat for dogs being fed Prescription Diet foods. You can provide up to 10 percent of your dog's daily energy needs by feeding Prescription Diet Canine Treats and still maintain the appropriate nutritional profile to aid in managing the underlying condition.
Where can I buy Hill's® Prescription Diet® brand pet food?
Frequently Asked QuestionsPrescription Diet brand pet foods are available at most veterinary clinics and hospitals. If you need to locate a veterinarian in your area, we can help.
Why is Prescription Diet® brand pet food sold only from veterinarians?
Frequently Asked QuestionsPrescription Diet brand pet foods are specially formulated to address certain health conditions that can develop in pets. Veterinarians are trained medical experts who care about their patients. For this reason, it's important to us that a veterinarian remains involved in your pet's continual care and nutritional management. If a pet's medical condition develops or changes over time, veterinarians can address the condition and any concerns.
Is There Any Science Behind Pet Therapy?
Furry Friends - Frequently Asked Questions on Furry Friends ...Anyone who has ever owned a pet knows of the tremendous love and acceptance pets bring. Pets don't care how we look or even how we act; they love us unconditionally. For people who are in difficult life situations, pets can be of special benefit. Petting a dog, for instance, has been shown to lower blood pressure. Animals can often reach people when human relationships may be difficult.
How do I choose the right pet food for my animal?
FAQs | Tri-Natural Products Inc.Many factors can influence your choice of which pet food to purchase. Your pet's age, activity level, size, and possible medical conditions are a few factors that will help determine what type of food will be best for your animal. Veterinarians, breeders, pet store employees, and personal friends are people who can supply valuable information and recommendations on which pet food to feed your furry friend, but what should truly influence your decision is the actual pet food label.
Is your homemade food more expensive than regular pet food?
Frequently Asked QuestionsOur food has no fillers, so you feed a lot less than traditional pet food. As a result the price per feeding is actually quite affordable. Check out this article for more info. Also keep in mind that all of our prices include free shipping. You need to make sure the transition is gradual. When you introduce the Sojos diet, feed your pet a meal with mostly the old food and a little bit of the new mixture (Sojos mix, meat, and water – preferably soaked overnight).
How Do We Choose The Type of Food That We Sample?
Frequently Asked Questions - Frequently Asked Questions for ...We contribute to a food sampling programme that has been agreed with the Health Protection Agency.The programme requires that food samples from various types of food business in the District are tested on a regular basis. Working in partnership with other local authorities gives more statistically significant results and helps to focus resources on food that may pose a risk to public health.
Should I choose a specific or a generic food for my pet?
Food, dog, cat, puppies, kitten, 1st ChoiceIn the interests of promoting your pet's health, it is recommended you choose a formula that meets your pet's specific needs, based on the following criteria : Physical condition: growing, maintenance, overweight, pet with allergies, working dog, pregnant cat, cat with a tendency to get hairballs, etc.
What do I need to add to my pet food mix?
Frequently Asked QuestionsFirst you'll need to add water and meat. We recommend USDA beef, chicken or turkey (ground or whole from the grocery store or butcher, or frozen meat patties sold in your local pet store). Always use safe handling methods when dealing with raw meat.
How long can I expect my bag of pet food mix to last?
Frequently Asked QuestionsIt depends on the size of your pet, but generally speaking, an average sized cat will go through one 4 lb bag of Sojos European-Style in 2 months. As for dogs, typically a 10 lb. bag of Sojos European-Style will last about 5 weeks for a 50 lb. adult dog and an 8 lb. bag of Europa or an 8 lb. bag of Monzie's will last about a month. As a rule of thumb, Sojos European-Style Dog and Cat Food Mixes and Monzie's contain approximately 3.8 cups per pound and Europa contains about 4 cups per pound.
How would melamine get into pet food?
Definitive Guide to the Dog Food RecallIt appears that melamine was introduced through wheat gluten from a specific supplier from China. The FDA announced, during their press conference of March 30, 2007, that their investigation had not identified any violations at either of the Emporia, Kansas or the Pennsauken, New Jersey facilities of Menu Foods. The FDA also announced that they did not find melamine in any of non-recall impacted samples of finished product or raw materials.
I have heard of adding olive leaf in pet food, how? Why?
Olive Leaf FAQ Immune AntioxidantThis comes up more than you would expect, pets fight infections too, like viral based diseases like feline leukemia and feline AIDS. Thanks to the work of pet psychic Amelia Kincade and the experimenting of pet owners everywhere we have many customers adding olive leaf powder and/or liquid extract to pet food and olive leaf powder to pet wash topically.
