HILL'S SCIENCE DIET · REVIEW
Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken
Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken scores 2.0/5 for ingredient quality — a dry food cat food with 36.8% protein targeting adult cats.
Below Average
MiauMiau AI score · 2.0/5
AI ANALYSIS
What MiauMiau's AI actually sees
The formula starts with water and pork liver as the top ingredients, which is acceptable, but 'pork by-products' appear in position 3, dragging down protein source quality significantly. Additionally, wheat flour, corn starch, and corn protein meal are prominent fillers before any substantial animal protein, and the presence of caramel color and carrageenan adds unnecessary adverse additives for a cat.
According to MiauMiau's analysis of over 5,000+ dry food products, Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken Entrée Cat Food 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 Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken vs. the category
Compared to the average dry food across 5,000+ products in our database.
Category avg: 2.7/5
Scores 0.7 points below the average dry food
OUR ASSESSMENT
What we like vs. what to watch
What we like
- Nutritionally complete — suitable as a sole diet
What to watch
- Ingredient quality is below average
- Protein content falls short of optimal levels
- Contains notable filler ingredients
- Contains some controversial additives
- Contains added sugars
- Uses vague 'derivatives' instead of named ingredients
WHO IT'S FOR
Is this right for your cat?
Best for
INGREDIENTS
What's actually in the bag
Top ingredients
- 01Ingredients Water
- 02Pork Liver
- 03Pork By-Products
- 04Chicken
- 05Rice
Ingredients are listed by weight. The first ingredients make up the majority of the formula.
Concerns
- Contains added sugars
- Uses unnamed animal derivatives instead of specific protein sources
NUTRITION
The numbers
Guaranteed analysis
FULL LABEL
Every ingredient
Ingredients Water, Pork Liver, Pork By-Products, Chicken, Rice, Wheat Flour, Powdered Cellulose, Corn Starch, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Dicalcium Phosphate, Flaxseed, Fish Oil, Locust Bean Gum, Guar Gum, Calcium Carbonate, Brewers Dried Yeast, Natural Flavor, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, Caramel color, Carrageenan, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Ascorbic Acid (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin D3 Supplement, Folic Acid), Taurine, DL-Methionine, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, minerals (Zinc Oxide, Ferrous Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), Beta-Carotene.
FAQ
Questions worth answering
Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken good for cats?
According to MiauMiau's AI analysis, Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken is a below-average dry food with a quality score of 2.0 out of 5. The formula starts with water and pork liver as the top ingredients, which is acceptable, but 'pork by-products' appear in position 3, dragging down protein source quality significantly. Additionally, wheat flour, corn starch, and corn protein meal are prominent fillers before any substantial animal protein, and the presence of caramel color and carrageenan adds unnecessary adverse additives for a cat.
What is the protein content of Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken contains 36.8% protein as listed on the label.
Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken grain-free?
No, Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & 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 Light Liver & Chicken compare to other dry food?
According to MiauMiau's database of over 5,000+ cat food products, Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken scores 0.7 points below 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 Light Liver & Chicken suitable for kittens or senior cats?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & 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 Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken?
The top 5 ingredients in Hill's Science Diet Adult Light Liver & Chicken are: Ingredients Water, Pork Liver, Pork By-Products, Chicken, Rice. The primary ingredient is Ingredients Water. The remaining top ingredients are Pork Liver, Pork By-Products, Chicken, Rice. Ingredient order indicates proportion by weight, so the first ingredients make up the bulk of the formula.
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