Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Chicken & Vegetable Stew Wet Dog Food
- Veterinary Diet
- Veterinary Diet
- Can
- 24
A vet-directed kidney support stew in a 24-can pack, worth stocking once a vet has actually recommended this diet for your dog.
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How it ranks among the 50 veterinary diets we track
4.3★ across 136 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
136 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care ships as 24 individual cans of chicken and vegetable stew, formulated as a veterinary diet for dogs with reduced kidney function. It's meant to be fed under a vet's direction rather than chosen as an everyday food.
This is part of Hill's Prescription Diet line, generally sold and used under veterinary guidance rather than as a food a healthy dog would switch to on its own. The stew includes carrot and Hill's ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense prebiotic blend. The listing does not state phosphorus or protein targets, so anyone managing a kidney diagnosis should confirm specifics with a vet rather than assume a match to a prescribed nutrient profile.
- 24 x 5.5 oz cans of chicken and vegetable stew
- ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense prebiotic blend
- Formulated as a veterinary kidney support diet
- Made by Hill's Pet Nutrition
Who it's for
Dogs that have been diagnosed with chronic kidney disease or declining kidney function, fed under a veterinarian's direction. It is not intended as a general maintenance diet for otherwise healthy dogs.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Stew texture may suit dogs with reduced appetite
- Includes ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense prebiotics
- 24-can pack means less frequent reordering
- No protein or phosphorus numbers listed
- Prescription diets typically cost more per can
- Small 5.5 oz cans mean more cans for larger dogs
Performance notes
The stew format and added prebiotic blend target dogs whose kidney disease has reduced their appetite or digestive tolerance, where a softer, more palatable wet food can help maintain intake. Because it is a prescription-style diet, the formulation is built around veterinary nutrition rather than typical retail dog food marketing.
Specifications
| Brand | Hill's |
|---|---|
| Model | 3396 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 8.25 pounds |
| Dog Breed Size | Large |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 132 |
| Included Components | adult-dog-food |
| Other details | |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Container Type | Can |
| Number Of Items | 24 |
| Manufacturer | Hill's Pet Nutrition |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 3396 |
| Model Number | 3396 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Kidney Care |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Target Species | Dog |
| Product Benefits | Supports kidney health and improves overall well-being. |
| Upc | 052742339610 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '136', 'stars': '4.3'} |
| Additional Features | ActivBiome+ Kidney Defense prebiotics |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Supporting kidney function in dogs with kidney issues or reduced kidney function |
| Allergen Information | Chicken Meat |
| Item Form | Wet Food |
| Asin | B015GT0RMU |
| Special Ingredients | Carrot |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,807 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) #28 in Veterinary Diet Dog Food |
| Flavor | Chicken & Vegetable Stew |
| Item Type Name | k/d Kidney Care Wet Dog Food |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in veterinary diets.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill's Prescription Diet k/d Kidney Care Chicken & Vegetable Stew Wet Dog FoodThis product | 4.3 / 5 | 136 | 3.8 / 5 |
| Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Purina UR Urinary Ox/St Canine Formula Dog Food Dry KibblePro Plan Veterinary Diets | 4.6 / 5 | 453 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Royal Canin Veterinary Diet Canine Hepatic Adult Dry Dog FoodROYAL | 4.7 / 5 | 538 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets HA Hydrolyzed Protein Dog Food Dry Vegetarian FormulaPurina | 4.4 / 5 | 221 | 4.0 / 5 |
| Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet W+U Weight Management + Urinary Care Dry Dog FoodBlue | 4.6 / 5 | 179 | 3.9 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hill's 3396
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Do I need a vet's recommendation to feed Hill's k/d Kidney Care?
It is a Prescription Diet product intended for dogs with reduced kidney function, so it should be introduced under veterinary guidance rather than as a routine food swap.
How many cans are in this Hill's k/d pack?
The listing includes 24 cans of 5.5 oz each, totaling about 8.25 pounds.
What flavor is this Hill's Prescription Diet k/d food?
It's a chicken and vegetable stew, model 3396 in Hill's kidney care line.