HILL'S SCIENCE DIET · REVIEW
Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken
Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken scores 2.9/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 31.8% protein targeting senior cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.9/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
First ingredient is whole chicken, but it is immediately followed by cracked pearled barley and corn protein meal, which are fillers and plant proteins, lowering protein quality. Moisture content is not provided, so dry matter protein and carbohydrate levels cannot be calculated, capping those scores; the additive profile is clean with only natural preservatives and flavors.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Hill's Science Diet Adult 7+ Hairball Control Chicken Recipe Cat Food scores close to 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 Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.2 points above the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Clean formula with no controversial additives
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
- Named animal protein as the primary ingredient
What to watch
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
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INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients Chicken
- 02Cracked Pearled Barley
- 03Corn Protein Meal
- 04Chicken Fat
- 05Powdered Cellulose
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 Chicken, Cracked Pearled Barley, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Powdered Cellulose, Pea Protein, Wheat Gluten, Whole Grain Wheat, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavor, Lactic Acid, Calcium Sulfate, Fish Oil, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Iodized Salt, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), L-Carnitine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.9 out of 5. First ingredient is whole chicken, but it is immediately followed by cracked pearled barley and corn protein meal, which are fillers and plant proteins, lowering protein quality. Moisture content is not provided, so dry matter protein and carbohydrate levels cannot be calculated, capping those scores; the additive profile is clean with only natural preservatives and flavors.
What is the protein content of Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken contains 31.8% protein as listed on the label.
Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken grain-free?
No, Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light 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 Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken scores close to the average dry food quality score of 2.7. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken is formulated for senior cats. Senior formulas are often adjusted for lower activity levels and may include joint support or kidney-friendly nutrient profiles.
What are the main ingredients in Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Light Chicken are: Ingredients Chicken, Cracked Pearled Barley, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Powdered Cellulose. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Ingredients Chicken), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are Cracked Pearled Barley, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Powdered Cellulose. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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