HILL'S PRESCRIPTION DIET · REVIEW
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care scores 2.2/5 for ingredient quality. It's a dry cat food with 28.2% protein for adult cats.
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MiauMiau AI score · 2.2/5
Based on the ingredient list. The label doesn't publish protein and carb values, so those aren't rated yet.
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What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The first ingredient is brewer's rice, a refined grain, indicating low ingredient quality. While the food avoids artificial additives, the high grain and plant protein content (corn gluten, wheat, pea protein) and missing moisture data raise concerns about protein adequacy and carbohydrate levels for an obligate carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care scores below the dry 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 k/d Kidney Care vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.8 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Grain-free formula
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Brewer's rice
- 02animal fats
- 03corn gluten
- 04chicken (18%) and turkey meal
- 05pea protein
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Brewer's rice, animal fats, corn gluten, chicken (18%) and turkey meal, pea protein, wheat, dried whole egg, minerals, protein hydrolysate, dried beet pulp, rice protein concentrate, fish oil, soybean oil, L-carnitine, vitamins, taurine, trace elements and beta-carotene. With natural antioxidant (mixed tocopherols).
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.2 out of 5. The first ingredient is brewer's rice, a refined grain, indicating low ingredient quality. While the food avoids artificial additives, the high grain and plant protein content (corn gluten, wheat, pea protein) and missing moisture data raise concerns about protein adequacy and carbohydrate levels for an obligate carnivore.
What is the protein content of Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care?
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care contains 28.2% protein as listed on the label.
Is Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care grain-free?
Yes, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care is grain-free. It does not contain wheat, corn, rice, or other grain ingredients. This can be beneficial for cats with grain sensitivities, though most healthy cats tolerate grains without issues.
How does Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care scores 0.8 points below the average dry 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 k/d Kidney Care suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care 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 k/d Kidney Care?
The top 5 ingredients in Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care are: Brewer's rice, animal fats, corn gluten, chicken (18%) and turkey meal, pea protein. The primary ingredient is Brewer's rice. The remaining top ingredients are animal fats, corn gluten, chicken (18%) and turkey meal, pea protein. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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