Science Diet Canine MAINT SM BITE 5#

Science Diet®
Adult Small Bites
Hill's® Science Diet® Adult Small Bites dog food provides precisely balanced nutrition
for a visible difference in dogs who prefer a smaller kibble. It provides tested nutrition to
improve skin & coat health within 30 days and contains clinically proven antioxidants to
maintain overall health and a strong immune system. It is made from high quality ingredients
which are easy to digest ensuring optimal nutrient absorption to keep your dog fit and healthy.
Key Benefits
Recommended For:
Adult dogs 1 - 6 years of age.
Not Recommended For:
Puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs, or mature adult dogs.
During pregnancy or nursing, dogs should be switched to: Science Diet® Puppy Healthy Development Original, Science
Diet® Puppy Small Bites, Science Diet® Puppy Lamb Meal & Rice Recipe, Science Diet® Ideal Balance™ Puppy or
Science Diet® Healthy Advantage™ Puppy
Other Products to Consider
Hill's® Science Diet® is available in a wide variety of dry foods and treats for your dog's unique needs, and canned foods, with
many delicious flavors your dog will love.
Feeding Guide
Daily Feeding Guide:
Helpful Tips
l These amounts are a starting point only. Your pet may need less or more food to maintain proper weight. Adjust
as needed. If you are unsure, ask your veterinarian.
l Feeding this food for the first time? Mix increasing amounts of your pet's new food with decreasing amounts of the old food
over a 7-day period.
l When using with Science Diet® canned food, decrease the amount of dry food to avoid overfeeding.
l Keep fresh water available at all times!
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Benefit Source How It Works
Healthy immune function Vitamin C + E Optimal levels of clinically proven antioxidants for a healthy
immune system.
Lean muscle maintenance High quality lean proteins Protein is the building block for lean muscle and helps maintain
ideal body condition.
Easy to digest High quality ingredients Ensures optimal nutrient absorption to keep your dog fit and
healthy.
Healthy heart and vital organs Taurine and Phosphorus Added taurine to help maintain heart health. Controlled
phosphorus to maintain kidney health.
l We recommend that you take your pet to the veterinarian at least twice a year for regular health check-ups.
l Your pet's nutritional needs change with each lifestage. Continue to give him the same precise and balanced nutrition by
transitioning your dog to one of the Hill's® Science Diet® Mature Adult pet foods once he reaches 7 years of age.
l Science Diet is available in a wide variety of dry foods and treats for your dog's unique needs, and canned foods, with
many delicious flavors your dog will love.
l To prevent suffocation, keep this plastic bag out of the reach of pets and children.
Adult maintenance
Average Nutrient And Caloric Contents
Dry 3705 kcal/kg (365 kcal/per cup²)
References
1The nutrient in the product after moisture is removed. It is used to make direct comparisons of nutrient profiles of products with
differing moisture contents.
² An eight fluid oz. measuring cup of Adult Small Bites contains 3 oz. by weight.
Ingredients
Weight of Dog Amount per Day
5 lb (2,3 kg) 1/2 cup (50 g) - 5/8 cup (60 g)
10 lb (4,5 kg) 3/4 cup (75 g) - 1 1/8 cups (110 g)
20 lb (9,1 kg) 1 1/3 cups (130 g) - 1 3/4 cups (175 g)
40 lb (18 kg) 2 1/4 cups (225 g) - 3 cups (295 g)
60 lb (27 kg) 3 cups (295 g) - 4 1/4 cups (420 g)
80 lb (36 kg) 3 3/4 cups (370 g) - 5 1/4 cups (520 g)
100 lb (45 kg) 4 1/3 cups (430 g) - 6 cups (595 g)
Nutrient
Dry Matter1
%
Protein 25.3
Fat 16.2
Carbohydrate (NFE) 51.7
Crude Fiber 2.0
Calcium 0.74
Phosphorus 0.70
Sodium 0.24
Potassium 0.70
Magnesium 0.122
Taurine 0.11
Vitamin C 129 mg/kg
Vitamin E 667 IU/kg
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Gluten Meal, Animal Fat (preserved with mixed tocopherols and citric acid), Brewers Rice, Chicken Liver Flavor, Lactic Acid,