PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

Hill's Prescription Diet c/d Multicare + Metabolic is a complete dietetic dry food formulated for the reduction of struvite stone recurrence, dissolution of struvite stones, reduction of calcium oxalate stone formation, and reduction of excessive body weight in adult dogs. The formula features a high protein content (25.6%) with controlled mineral levels including low calcium (0.74%), low phosphorus (0.53%), low sodium (0.23%), and very low magnesium (0.07%) to help lower the concentration of building blocks of bladder stones. With a moderate fat content of 10.8% and high crude fibre (13.2%) for satiety, the diet contains urine alkalising substances including potassium citrate (8 g/kg) and calcium carbonate (10 g/kg) to promote a desirable urine pH environment. The synergistic blend of ingredients supports the dog's metabolism for visible weight loss while maintaining urinary health. Enriched with Vitamin E (675 mg/kg), Vitamin A (9,566 IU/kg), and beta-carotene (2 mg/kg).

INGREDIENTS

Composition: Vegetable protein extracts, cereals, derivatives of vegetable origin, oils and fats, vegetables, meat and animal derivatives, minerals, seeds, molluscs and crustaceans. Urine alkalising substances: Potassium citrate (8 g/kg), calcium carbonate (10 g/kg).

Nutritional Additives (per kg): Vitamin A: 9,566 IU | Vitamin D3: 715 IU | Vitamin E: 675 mg | Beta-carotene: 2 mg | Iron (3b103): 82.4 mg | Iodine (3b202): 1.3 mg | Copper (3b405): 8.1 mg | Manganese (3b502): 8.5 mg | Zinc (3b603): 171 mg | Selenium (3b801): 0.2 mg | With natural antioxidant

Analytical Constituents: Protein: 25.6% | Fat: 10.8% | Crude Fibre: 13.2% | Crude Ash: 5.1% | Calcium: 0.74% | Phosphorus: 0.53% | Sodium: 0.23% | Potassium: 0.75% | Magnesium: 0.07% | Chlorides: 0.59% | Sulphur: 0.51% | Hydroxyproline: 0.01%

SUITABILITY

Suitable For:

Adult dogs requiring reduction of struvite stone recurrence

Dogs requiring dissolution of struvite stones

Dogs requiring reduction of calcium oxalate stone formation

Overweight adult dogs with concurrent urinary health conditions requiring weight management

Not Suitable For:

Growing puppies

Pregnant or nursing dogs (gestation/lactation)

Dogs with concurrent use of urinary acidifiers

Dogs with non-struvite or non-calcium oxalate crystalluria

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

Frequency: Divide daily amount into 2 or more meals per day Transition: Introduce gradually over 7 days or more, mixing increasing amounts of new food with decreasing amounts of old food Water: Ensure fresh water is always available at all times. Increased water intake is beneficial for urinary health. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Use before "Best Before" date. Recommended time of use: reduction of struvite stone recurrence: initially up to 6 months; dissolution of struvite stones: 5 to 12 weeks; reduction of oxalate stones formation: up to 6 months. It is recommended that advice from a veterinarian be sought before use or before extending the period of use.