HILL'S SCIENCE PLAN · REVIEW
Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken
Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken scores 2.8/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 30.8% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.8/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
This food uses chicken and turkey meal as its primary protein source, which is acceptable, but it is followed immediately by maize and maize gluten meal. The estimated carbohydrate content of 32.7% DMB is high for an obligate carnivore, and the protein level of 33.5% DMB is only marginally adequate.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 2,700+ dry food products, Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Dry Cat Food with Chicken scores close to the dry food average.
Analyzed by MiauMiau's Nutritional AI · April 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 Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 2,700+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.6/5
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?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Chicken and turkey meal (chicken 17%; total poultry 26%)
- 02maize
- 03maize gluten meal
- 04broken rice
- 05animal fat
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Multiple grain-based fillers among the top ingredients
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
Dry matter basis
Dry matter basis removes water content for accurate comparison between wet and dry foods.
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Chicken and turkey meal (chicken 17%; total poultry 26%), maize, maize gluten meal, broken rice, animal fat, cellulose, vegetable oil, minerals, digest, pea bran meal, fish oil.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.8 out of 5. This food uses chicken and turkey meal as its primary protein source, which is acceptable, but it is followed immediately by maize and maize gluten meal. The estimated carbohydrate content of 32.7% DMB is high for an obligate carnivore, and the protein level of 33.5% DMB is only marginally adequate.
What is the protein content of Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken?
Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken contains 30.8% protein as listed on the label. On a dry matter basis, that's 33.48% protein. Dry matter basis is the fairest way to compare protein between wet and dry foods because it removes water content from the equation.
Is Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken grain-free?
No, Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food 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 Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 2,700+ cat food products, Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken scores close to the average dry food quality score of 2.6. MiauMiau's AI evaluates ingredient quality, protein adequacy, filler content, and additive safety to generate each score.
Is Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food 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 Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Hill's Science Plan Hairball & Perfect Coat Adult Cat Food with Chicken are: Chicken and turkey meal (chicken 17%; total poultry 26%), maize, maize gluten meal, broken rice, animal fat. The first ingredient is a named animal protein (Chicken and turkey meal (chicken 17%; total poultry 26%)), which is a positive sign of quality. The remaining top ingredients are maize, maize gluten meal, broken rice, animal fat. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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