HILL'S PRESCRIPTION DIET · REVIEW
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté scores 3.7/5 for ingredient quality. It's a dry cat food with 29% protein for adult cats.
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MiauMiau AI score · 3.7/5
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
This food features named whole meats (chicken, pork liver, tuna) as primary protein sources, which is a strength. However, it contains refined grains (brewers rice, modified rice starch) and guar gum, and the missing moisture data prevents accurate dry matter protein calculation, but the formula is likely low in protein and high in carbohydrates, making it suboptimal for a strict carnivore.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Pâté with Tuna Cat Food scores above 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 Tuna Pâté vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 3/5
Scores 0.7 points above the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- High-quality ingredients with named protein sources
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients Water
- 02Chicken
- 03Pork Liver
- 04Brewers Rice
- 05Tuna
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 Water, Chicken, Pork Liver, Brewers Rice, Tuna, Modified Rice Starch, Dried Whey, Chicken Fat, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Fish Oil, Egg Product, Powdered Cellulose, Guar Gum, Calcium Carbonate, Potassium Citrate, Natural Flavor, L-Arginine, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Menadione Sodium Bisulfite Complex (source of Vitamin K), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Folic Acid, Biotin), Betaine, Whole Grain Oats, L-Threonine, Taurine, Fructooligosaccharides (FOS), Choline Chloride, L-Carnitine, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Beta-Carotene.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté is an average dry food with a quality score of 3.7 out of 5. This food features named whole meats (chicken, pork liver, tuna) as primary protein sources, which is a strength. However, it contains refined grains (brewers rice, modified rice starch) and guar gum, and the missing moisture data prevents accurate dry matter protein calculation, but the formula is likely low in protein and high in carbohydrates, making it suboptimal for a strict carnivore.
What is the protein content of Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté?
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté contains 29% protein as listed on the label.
Is Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté grain-free?
No, Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté 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 k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté 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 Tuna Pâté scores 0.7 points above 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 Tuna Pâté suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté 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 Tuna Pâté?
The top 5 ingredients in Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Tuna Pâté are: Ingredients Water, Chicken, Pork Liver, Brewers Rice, Tuna. The primary ingredient is Ingredients Water. The remaining top ingredients are Chicken, Pork Liver, Brewers Rice, Tuna. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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