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Hill's PRESCRIPTION DIET

k/d + Mobility Stew for Dogs

Hill's Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility Dog Food is specially formulated by nutritionists & veterinarians to help manage chronic kidney disease (CKD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD).

The nutrition of Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility is clinically proven to help protect vital kidney function, slowing the progression of the disease and improve & lengthen quality of life.1,2 This nutrition has therapeutic levels of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil and is enriched with glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to help preserve joint cartilage and increase mobility. 3

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. 4

This canned food has tasty bite-sized chunks in gravy and is made with wholesome ingredients like chicken & vegetables that dogs love.

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  • Key Benefits

    Hill's Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility Dog Food is specially formulated by nutritionists & veterinarians to help manage chronic kidney disease (CKD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD).

    The nutrition of Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility is clinically proven to help protect vital kidney function, slowing the progression of the disease and improve & lengthen quality of life.1,2 This nutrition has therapeutic levels of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil and is enriched with glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate to help preserve joint cartilage and increase mobility. 3

    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. 4

    This canned food has tasty bite-sized chunks in gravy and is made with wholesome ingredients like chicken & vegetables that dogs love.


    These characteristics make Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility a useful nutritional aid for dogs with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and degenerative joint disease (DJD):

    KEY FEATURES KEY BENEFITS
    Phosphorus & Sodium Reduced Helps slow the progression of chronic kidney disease
    Essential Amino Acids Increased Help the dog's natural ability to maintain muscle mass daily
    Antioxidants & B-complex vitamins Added Promotes healthy immune system
    L-Carnitine Increased Helps improve utilization of fat to avoid muscle breakdown for energy
    Omega-3s (EPA/DHA) from fish oil Added Helps fight kidney and joint inflammation
    Glucosamine & chondroitin sulfate Added Provides building blocks for cartilage repair.

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    Indications:

    Primary Indications:

    - Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD):

    • with concurrent osteoarthritis
    • IRIS Stage 2 (non-proteinuric)
    • IRIS Stages 3-4
    • All IRIS stages with proteinuria

    - Acute kidney insult

    - Uremic encephalopathy

    - Leishmaniasis with concurrent CKD


    Other Indications:

    - CKD IRIS Stage 1 (non-proteinuric)

     

     

    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:

    Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility Wet Dog Food combines the nutrition of Prescription Diet k/d and j/d. This food has been specially formulated to help manage dogs suffering from chronic kidney diesase AND degenerative joint disease. The nutrition of Prescription Diet k/d has been clinically proven to improve & lengthen quality of life. 1,2,3

    For additional information on the research behind Prescription Diet k/d and j/d please refer to the separate product pages for these products.

     

     

    Additional Info:

    Prescription Diet k/d + Mobility 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 and degenerative joint disease.

    Dry and wet formulas can be mixed or fed concurrently.

    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 Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) IRIS Stage 2 (non-proteinuric), IRIS Stages 3-4, and all IRIS stages with proteinuria: Prescription Diet k/d Dog Food

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

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

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

    - For patients with leishmaniasis with concurrent CKD: Prescription Diet k/d 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 CA, Polzin DJ, et al. Effect of Dietary Modification on Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQL) in Dogs with Spontaneous Chronic Renal Failure (CRF)(abstr), J Vet Intern Med. 2004;18(3):417.

    3 Hall J, Fritsch D, Yerramilli M, et al. A longitudinal study on the acceptance and effects of a therapeutic renal food in pet dogs. J Anim Physiol Anim Nutr. 2017;1–11.


  • 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 - 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 + 180 g
    30 2 + 190 g
    40 2 + 275 g
    50 2 + 355 g
    60+ 2 + 7 g per kg

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog — kgs Amount per Day - 12.5 oz (354 g) cans
    1 1/3
    2 1/2
    4 1
    5 1
    10 1 3/4
    20 3
    30 4 1/4
    40 5 1/4
    50 6
    60+ 40 g per kg

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog — lbs (kgs) Amount per Day - 12.5 oz (354 g) cans
    5 (2,3) 5/8
    10 (4,5) 1
    15 (6,8) 1 1/3
    20 (9,1) 1 2/3
    30 (14) 2 1/4
    40 (18) 2 3/4
    50 (23) 3 1/3
    60 (27) 3 3/4
    70 (32) 4 1/3
    80 (36) 4 3/4
    100 (45) 5 2/3
    120 (54) 6 1/2

  • Ingredients

    High quality protein and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

    COMPOSITION: Meat and animal derivatives (chicken 5%), cereals, oils and fats, derivatives of vegetable origin, various sugars, seeds, vegetables (1.2%), minerals, eggs and egg derivatives. Protein sources: Chicken, pork liver, dried eggs.

  • Average Nutrient & Caloric Content

    346.5 kcal (354 g) can

    Nutrient As Fed1
    %
    Dry Matter2
    %
    As Fed, Caloric Basis3
    g/100 kcal
    Moisture 78 %
    Protein 3.5 % 15.9 % 3.6 g / 100 kcal
    Fat 5.4 % 24.7 % 5.5 g / 100 kcal
    Carbohydrate / NFE 11.3 % 51.4 % 11.5 g / 100 kcal
    Crude Fiber 0.9 % 3.9 % 0.9 g / 100 kcal
    Crude Ash 0.9 % 4.2 % 1 g / 100 kcal
    Calcium 0.17 % 0.76 % 171 mg / 100 kcal
    Phospohorus 0.07 % 0.32 % 72 mg / 100 kcal
    Potassium 0.21 % 0.97 % 217 mg / 100 kcal
    Sodium 0.04 % 0.18 % 40 mg / 100 kcal
    Magnesium 0.02 % 0.089 % 20 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin A 4638 IU/kg 21081 IU/kg 474 IU / 100 kcal
    Vitamin C 25 ppm 115 ppm 2.58 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin D 266 IU/kg 1210 IU/kg 27.2 IU / 100 kcal
    Vitamin E 187 IU/kg 849 IU/kg 19.08 IU / 100 kcal
    Omega-3-fatty acids 0.99 % 4.5 % 1012 mg / 100 kcal
    Omega-6-fatty acids 0.99 % 4.49 % 1009 mg / 100 kcal
    Beta-carotene 0.92 ppm 4.2 ppm 0.09 mg / 100 kcal