HILL'S PRESCRIPTION DIET · REVIEW
Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken
Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken scores 2.4/5 for ingredient quality — a wet food cat food with 43.9% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.4/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
First ingredient is turkey giblets (a by-product) rather than a whole meat, and corn flour appears in the top five, indicating moderate filler content. Missing moisture data prevents accurate dry matter assessment, but the presence of guar gum and flavor additives further limits the score.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ wet food products, Hill's Prescription Diet a/d with Chicken Wet Dog/Cat Food scores below the wet food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · June 2026
This analysis is generated from ingredient and compositional data. It is not veterinary advice. Always consult your veterinarian for health decisions.
Score breakdown
HOW IT COMPARES
Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken vs. the category
Compared to the average wet food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.6 points below the average wet food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients Turkey giblets
- 02water
- 03pork liver
- 04chicken
- 05corn flour
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients Turkey giblets, water, pork liver, chicken, corn flour, spray dried pork stock, fish oil, calcium carbonate, chicken liver flavor, natural flavor, sodium tripolyphosphate, potassium chloride, dicalcium phosphate, guar gum, taurine, vitamins (vitamin E supplement, ascorbic acid (source of vitamin C), thiamine mononitrate, niacin supplement, calcium pantothenate, vitamin B12 supplement, pyridoxine hydrochloride, biotin, riboflavin supplement, folic acid), potassium citrate, choline chloride, magnesium oxide, minerals (ferrous sulfate, zinc oxide, copper sulfate, manganese sulfate, calcium iodate), beta-carotene.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken is a below-average wet food with a quality score of 2.4 out of 5. First ingredient is turkey giblets (a by-product) rather than a whole meat, and corn flour appears in the top five, indicating moderate filler content. Missing moisture data prevents accurate dry matter assessment, but the presence of guar gum and flavor additives further limits the score.
What is the protein content of Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken?
Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken contains 43.9% protein as listed on the label.
Is Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken grain-free?
No, Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken is not grain-free and contains grain-based ingredients. For most cats, grains are perfectly safe and provide a source of energy. However, cats with diagnosed grain allergies may need a grain-free alternative.
How does Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken compare to other wet food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken scores 0.6 points below the average wet food quality score of 3.0. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken is formulated for adult cats. If you have a kitten or a senior cat, look for formulas specifically designed for their life stage.
What are the main ingredients in Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Hill's Prescription Diet a/d Recovery with Chicken are: Ingredients Turkey giblets, water, pork liver, chicken, corn flour. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients Turkey giblets), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are water, pork liver, chicken, corn flour. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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