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Hills SP Puppy Large No Grain review

C+68 / 100 · general adult profile

Hills SP Puppy Large No Grain scores 68 out of 100, a grade C+, against our general adult profile. In short, the first listed ingredient is mixed, and protein sits at 26% 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 SP Puppy Large No Grain ranges from 46 to 78 out of 100.

BeagleB · 78
GreyhoundB · 78
Norfolk TerrierB · 78
WhippetB · 78
Chihuahua (Long Coat)B · 77
Chihuahua (Smooth Coat)B · 77
DalmatianB · 77
Chiweenie (Chihuahua x Dachshund)B · 77
Where it scores lowest
Springerdoodle (Springer x Poodle)D · 46
Newfypoo (Newfoundland x Poodle)D · 47
Huskydoodle (Husky x Poodle)D · 47
Dogue de BordeauxD · 47
Bernedoodle (Bernese x Poodle)D · 48

Analytical constituents

Energy360 kcal per 100g
Protein26%
Fat13%
Fibre3%
Ash8%
Moisture8%
Typical price£4.38 per kg
Cost per 1,000 kcal£1.22

Ingredients

Mixed, various ingredients.

Positives

Higher scoring alternatives

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

Common questions

Is Hills SP Puppy Large No Grain a good food?

Against our general adult profile it scores 68 out of 100, a grade C+. 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 SP Puppy Large No Grain?

The label declares 26% crude protein and 13% fat.

What is the first ingredient in Hills SP Puppy Large No Grain?

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

Which breeds does Hills SP Puppy Large No Grain suit best?

It scores highest for Beagle, Greyhound, Norfolk Terrier. Breed changes the weighting of each factor, so the same food can score very differently across breeds.

Score it for your own dog

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.