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Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food review

B80 / 100 · general adult profile

Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food scores 80 out of 100, a grade B, against our general adult profile. In short, it leads with hydrolysed chicken, and protein sits at 18% and fat at 13%.

How it scores by breed

The same food scores differently by breed, because each breed profile weights protein fit, fat ceiling, joint support, skin and coat support, filler content and ingredient transparency differently. Across 279 breed profiles, Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food ranges from 57 to 85 out of 100.

American BullyB+ · 85
American Cocker SpanielB+ · 85
Cocker SpanielB+ · 85
DalmatianB+ · 84
Lhasa ApsoB+ · 84
Cavapoo (Cavalier x Poodle)B+ · 84
Giant SchnauzerB+ · 83
Great DaneB+ · 83
Where it scores lowest
PugC · 57
BulldogC · 57
Welsh Corgi (Cardigan)C · 60
Dorgi (Dachshund x Corgi)C · 61
Welsh Corgi (Pembroke)C · 61

Analytical constituents

Energy360 kcal per 100g
Protein18%
Fat13%
Fibre3.5%
Ash5.5%
Moisture8%
Typical price£6.00 per kg
Cost per 1,000 kcal£1.67

Ingredients

Hydrolysed chicken, rice, maize, animal fat, beet pulp (first five listed).

Positives

Higher scoring alternatives

Other kibble foods for the same life stage that score better against the general adult profile.

Common questions

Is Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food a good food?

Against our general adult profile it scores 80 out of 100, a grade B. That figure reflects protein and fat fit, joint and skin support, filler content and ingredient transparency. The right answer for your own dog depends on its breed, age and any health conditions.

How much protein is in Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food?

The label declares 18% crude protein and 13% fat.

What is the first ingredient in Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food?

Hydrolysed chicken. Ingredients are listed in descending order by weight, so the first entry usually makes up the largest share.

Which breeds does Hills Rx Diet z/d Skin/Food suit best?

It scores highest for American Bully, American Cocker Spaniel, Cocker Spaniel. Breed changes the weighting of each factor, so the same food can score very differently across breeds.

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This page uses a general adult profile. PawsePal scores this food against your dog's breed, age, weight and health conditions, and tells you the portion in grams.

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Scores are produced by PawsePal's six-factor breed-specific scoring engine, built on veterinary nutrition science and aligned with WSAVA guidelines. Analytical values are taken from manufacturer labels and prices are approximate UK retail, so check the pack before you buy. This page is information, not veterinary advice.