Overview
Hill’s Pet Prescription Diet Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food is a below average wet cat food. It does contain hydrolyzed chicken liver, which is a quality ingredient. It also has just enough fats. However, it contains too little protein and way too many carbohydrates.
Also, be careful if your cat has food sensitivities or allergies. Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food contains corn starch and soybean oil, which are potential allergens.
Life Stages
Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food is suitable for cats in all stages of life, according to its manufacturer.
Diets & Conditions
Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food is suitable for cats with one or more of the following conditions and dietary requirements:
Nutritional Analysis
Moisture | 82 % |
---|---|
Protein* | 34.3 % |
Fats* | 17.7 % |
Fiber* | 1.6 % |
Ash* | 5.8 % |
Carbs* | 40.6 % |
* on a dry matter basis |
Compared to other wet foods in our Cat Food Database, Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food contains:
- less protein,
- an average amount of fats,
- more fiber,
- an average amount of ash,
- and a lot more carbohydrates.
Caloric Content
Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food contains approximately 107.9 calories per 100 grams, or 30.6 calories per ounce. This is an average amount of calories compared to other wet foods in our database.
How many calories your cat needs depends on her age, size and activity level. If you want to know exactly how many calories your cat needs, please checkout our Cat Food Calculator. If you need more information on a healthy diet and weight management tips for cats, read our Complete Guide To Feline Nutrition.
Z/D Skin/Food Sensitivities Original Flavor Wet Cat Food
Protein
The protein content of this cat food is too low to sustain your cat. You can give it as an occasional treat, but this product does not meet the standards for daily sustenance.
Fats
This cat food contains barely enough fat for a healthy cat. Combine it with other options that are higher in fat content to prevent accidental weight loss.
Carbs
The amount of carbs in this food is simply too high. If your cat eats too much of this, she runs a real risk of becoming obese or even diabetic. Balance it out with other, low-carb options, or choose another food entirely.
Ingredients
Quality Ingredients | Questionable Ingredients | Allergens |
---|---|---|
hydrolyzed chicken liver | corn starch soybean oil | corn starch soybean oil |
Full list of ingredients
Hydrolyzed Chicken Liver, Corn Starch, Powdered Cellulose, Soybean Oil, Calcium Carbonate, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Thiamine Mononitrate, Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Iodized Salt, Calcium Sulfate, Cysteine, L-Lysine, Taurine, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Potassium Citrate, Beta-Carotene.