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Hill's Prescription Diet

Derm Defense Dog Food

 

 

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Formulated with Histaguard Complex, a proprietary blend of bioactives and phytonutrients to reduce signs of environmental allergies by disrupting the internal allergy response and creating a barrier against future episodes.

With continuouse feeding helps normalise immune response to allergens with natural sources of polyphenols.

Supports skin health with vitamin A, zinc and Omega-3s and 6s

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  • Key Benefits

    Formulated with Histaguard Complex, a proprietary blend of bioactives and phytonutrients to reduce signs of environmental allergies by disrupting the internal allergy response and creating a barrier against future episodes.

    With continuouse feeding helps normalise immune response to allergens with natural sources of polyphenols.

    Supports skin health with vitamin A, zinc and Omega-3s and 6s


    These characteristics make Prescription Diet Derm Defense useful as a nutritional aid for dogs with suspected non-food related skin conditions:

    KEY FEATURES KEY BENEFITS
    Omega-3s and 6s High levels Help break the cycle of inflammation and strengthen skin barrier
    Complex of bioactives and phytonutrients Added Helps reduce reaction to environmental allergens
    Clinically proven antioxidants, including vitamin E Added Defend cells from free radical oxidation, promoting a healthy immune system.

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    100% Satisfaction Guarantee We're confident your pet will enjoy Hill's™ Prescription Diet™ foods. We're so confident that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee.*

    * 100% Satisfaction Guarantee - if you are unsatisfied for any reason, return the unused portion to the place of purchase for a full refund or replacement.

    Indications:

    - Atopic dermatitis (environmental allergy)

    - Flea allergy dermatitis (FAD)

    - Otitis externa (chronic)

    - Pruritic dermatitis

    - Supports skin health in cases of secondary infections, other dermatoses

    - Mild to moderate stages of heart disease, including asymptomatic

    - Advanced stages of heart disease

    - Heartworm disease

     

     

    Not Recommended For:

    Growing puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs

    Dogs with hyperlipidemia, pancreatitis, history of pancreatitis or at risk of pancreatitis


     

    Additional Info:

    Hill's Prescription Diet Derm Defense provides complete balanced nutrition for adult dogs and is suitable for long term feeding. Formulated with HistaGuard Complex, a proprietary blend of bioactives and phytonutrients to help reduce signs of environmental allergies, support skin health and protect skin barrier from environmental allergens.

    S+OXSHIELD: Formulated to promote a urinary environment that reduces the risk of developing struvite & calcium oxalate crystals


    Other Products to Consider

    - For dogs with atopic dermatitis (environmental allergy), flea allergy dermatitis (FAD), or to support skin health in cases of secondary infections or other dermatoses: Hill's Prescription Diet Derm Defense Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet d/d Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet j/d Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic+Mobility Dog Food

    - For dogs with adverse food reactions or that require an elimination diet trial: Hill's Prescription Diet z/d Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet d/d Dog Food

    - For dogs with otitis externa (chronic) or pruritic dermatitis: Hill's Prescription Diet Derm Defense Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet z/d Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet d/d Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet j/d Dog Food, Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic+Mobility Dog Food


  • 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 & pouches 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 + 10 g
    2 0.5 + 10 g
    4 0.5 + 45 g
    5 1 + 20 g
    10 1 + 90 g
    20 1 + 205 g
    30 2 + 225 g
    40 2 + 315 g
    50 2 + 400 g
    60+ 2 + 80 g per 10 kgs

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog — kgs Amount per Day - grams
    1 30
    2 50
    4 85
    5 100
    10 170
    20 280
    30 385
    40 475
    50 560
    60+ 101 per 10 kgs

    Adult maintenance

    Weight of Dog - kgs Amount per Day - 354 g cans Amount per Day - grams
    2.5 0.5 + 20 g
    5 0.5 + 60 g
    10 1 + 90 g
    20 1 + 205 g
    30 2 + 225 g
    40 2 + 315 g
    50+ 2 + 8 g per kg

    Prescription Diet Derm Defense Canine is a complete dietetic pet food for support of skin function in cases of dermatosis and excessive loss of hair in adult dogs. This dietetic pet food contains high level of essential fatty acids.

  • Ingredients

    High quality protein and thoughtfully sourced ingredients.

    COMPOSITION: Cereals, meat and animal derivatives (chicken 6%), vegetable protein extracts, oils and fats, eggs and egg derivatives, seeds, derivatives of vegetable origin, minerals.

  • Average Nutrient & Caloric Content

    3748 kcal/kg (375 kcal/cup)

    Nutrient As Fed1
    %    		 Dry Matter2
    %    		 As Fed, Caloric Basis3
    g/100 kcal
    Moisture 8 %
    Protein 20.8 % 22.8 % 5.6 g / 100 kcal
    Fat 15.3 % 16.8 % 4.1 g / 100 kcal
    Carbohydrate / NFE 49 % 53.5 % 13.1 g / 100 kcal
    Crude Fiber 1.5 % 1.6 % 0.4 g / 100 kcal
    Crude Ash 4.8 % 5.3 % 1.3 g / 100 kcal
    Total dietary Fiber 6.2 % 6.7 % 1.6 g / 100 kcal
    Calcium 0.67 % 0.73 % 179 mg / 100 kcal
    Phospohorus 0.53 % 0.58 % 142 mg / 100 kcal
    Potassium 0.77 % 0.84 % 205 mg / 100 kcal
    Sodium 0.26 % 0.28 % 69 mg / 100 kcal
    Magnesium 0.078 % 0.085 % 21 mg / 100 kcal
    Taurine 0.15 % 0.16 % 39 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin A 9293 IU/kg 10156 IU/kg 248 IU / 100 kcal
    Vitamin C 103 ppm 112 ppm 2.75 mg / 100 kcal
    Vitamin D 728 IU/kg 796 IU/kg 19.4 IU / 100 kcal
    Vitamin E 780 IU/kg 853 IU/kg 20.82 IU / 100 kcal
    Linoleic acid 3.81 % 4.17 % 1017 mg / 100 kcal
    DHA 0.207 % 0.226 % 55.2 mg / 100 kcal
    EPA 0.3 % 0.328 % 80.2 mg / 100 kcal
    Omega-3-fatty acids 1.59 % 1.74 % 425 mg / 100 kcal
    Omega-6-fatty acids 3.91 % 4.28 % 1044 mg / 100 kcal
    Essential fatty acids 5.51 % 6.02 % 1470 mg / 100 kcal
    Beta-carotene 1.68 ppm 1.83 ppm 0.04 mg / 100 kcal

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