Hill's Prescription Diet Feline t/d

Hill's Prescription Diet Feline t/d has been formulated by vets and nutritionists to support oral health in cats.

How it works

The food cleans your cat's teeth while they eat. The specially shaped, extra-large kibbles completely cover the tooth before breaking apart, allowing the fibres (which are specially aligned in a matrix) to wipe the surface clean. As well as removing unsightly stains, the fibres also help get rid of plaque and tartar.

 The recipe also contains marginally less calcium and protein than other foods, discouraging the build up of plaque and tartar. The recipe is fortified with anti-oxidants, which combat free radicals – molecules which can cause cell damage. This food is nutritionally complete, meaning it can fully replace every meal. It's recommended for lifelong feeding of cats with dental issues.

Key benefits

• gives your cat nutrients it needs for a healthy diet
• specially shaped kibbles clean teeth
• fights plaque
• reduces bad breath
• best results if used as only food source
• reduced protein and calcium limit plaque and tartar build up
• not recommended for cats with severe periodontal disease
• not recommended for cats currently receiving urinary acidifiers.

When to use it

If your cat is suffering from dental issues, they'll probably show signs of having a sore mouth. Look out for excessive drooling, trouble eating and pawing at their mouth. Non-behavioural signs could include brown or yellow tartar build up on the teeth, bad breath, and tooth loss. Oral health is important: not just to avoid painful toothache, but also to keep your cat's system healthy. Bacteria build-up on teeth has been shown to have a negative effect on the kidneys, heart and metabolic systems.

This food is designed for cats that often have problems with plaque, stained teeth, tartar, gingivitis and very bad breath. It's not recommended for severe periodontal disease, so it's important to speak to your vet for a proper diagnosis and treatment.

Because veterinary diets are formulated for the nutritional support of pets with specific clinical conditions, we recommend that you only use them under professional advice. For more information on feeding Hill's Prescription Diet Feline t/d to your cat, please consult your veterinary surgeon.