Hills Science Diet Perfect Weight Adult Dog Food
Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food is a complete and balanced weight management formula developed for adult dogs that are less active, neutered or prone to gaining excess weight. Made with high-quality chicken as the first ingredient, this delicious dry dog food provides clinically proven nutrition to help dogs reach and maintain a healthy body weight.
This high-protein, high-fibre recipe is enriched with L-carnitine and coconut oil to help support a healthy metabolism and promote the use of fat as energy. Hill’s clinically proven weight management technology can provide visible weight-loss results within 10 weeks when fed according to the recommended weight-loss guidelines.
With controlled calories and nutrients to support lean muscle mass, Hill’s Science Diet Perfect Weight is suitable for ongoing daily feeding after your dog reaches their target weight. It provides long-term weight support without compromising on taste or essential nutrition.
Available Sizes
ADS Pet Store stocks the 5.44kg and 11.34kg bags. Hill’s also produces this recipe in a 1.81kg bag.
Average Nutrient Content
| Nutrient | Dry Matter |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28.8% |
| Fat | 11.2% |
| Carbohydrate / NFE | 42.9% |
| Crude Fibre | 10.3% |
| Calcium | 0.93% |
| Phosphorus | 0.75% |
| Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.75% |
| Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 2.18% |
| L-Carnitine | 432.6ppm |
| Glucosamine | 583ppm |
| Chondroitin Sulfate | 1390ppm |
Calorie Content
3189kcal/kg or approximately 298kcal per cup. Cup measures refer to a standard 8 fl oz US measuring cup (approximately 240 mL), which holds about 95 g of this food. Grams are the more accurate measure, so use the gram amounts in the feeding guide where you can — an Australian metric cup is 250 mL, so it is not equivalent.
Daily Feeding Guide
The following amounts are a starting guide only. Daily feeding amounts should be adjusted as necessary to help your dog achieve and maintain their optimal body weight.
| Ideal Dog Weight | Weight Loss per Day | Weight Management per Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2.3kg | 35g | 60g |
| 4.5kg | 70g | 95g |
| 9.1kg | 115g | 165g |
| 14kg | 155g | 220g |
| 18kg | 185g | 280g |
| 23kg | 235g | 310g |
| 27kg | 255g | 375g |
| 36kg | 325g | 445g |
| 45kg | 375g | 540g |
| 54kg | 435g | 610g |
Feeding and Transition Tips
- Adjust the daily feeding amount as necessary to maintain your dog’s optimal weight.
- For weight-loss programs, regular weight checks with your veterinarian are recommended.
- When changing foods, gradually mix increasing amounts of the new food with decreasing amounts of the previous food over seven days.
- Always provide access to clean, fresh drinking water.
- Your dog’s nutritional needs may change with age, activity level and health condition.
- Consult your veterinarian if you are unsure which feeding amount is suitable for your dog.
- Keep the packaging out of reach of pets and children to help prevent suffocation.
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for the maintenance of adult dogs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hill's Science Diet Perfect Weight a prescription diet?
No. Science Diet is Hill's everyday, non-prescription range, so you can buy Perfect Weight without a veterinary authority. Hill's Prescription Diet products (such as Metabolic) are a separate therapeutic range for diagnosed conditions and do require vet involvement.How quickly will my dog lose weight on Perfect Weight?
Hill's states that clinically proven weight-loss results can be seen within 10 weeks when the food is fed according to the recommended weight-loss amounts. Results depend on feeding accurately and on your dog's activity level, so weigh portions rather than estimating.Should I feed the "weight loss" or "weight management" amount?
Use the weight-loss column while your dog is actively slimming down, then move to the weight-management column once they reach their target. Both columns are based on your dog's ideal weight, not their current weight — this is the most common feeding mistake with weight-control foods.Can I keep feeding it after my dog reaches a healthy weight?
Yes. Perfect Weight is a complete and balanced adult maintenance food, so it is suitable for long-term daily feeding at the weight-management amount. Many owners stay on it to prevent the weight creeping back.What does the L-carnitine and coconut oil do?
L-carnitine (432.6 ppm in this recipe) helps the body use stored fat as an energy source, and coconut oil contributes readily used fats. Together with controlled calories and a high fibre level of around 10.3% dry matter, they help dogs lose fat while the protein level supports lean muscle.Which pack sizes does ADS Pet Store stock?
We stock the 5.44kg and 11.34kg bags. Choose the size you can use within about six weeks of opening so the kibble stays fresh.Is Perfect Weight suitable for puppies?
No. It is formulated for adult dogs. Growing puppies need a puppy formula, and calorie-restricted foods are not appropriate during growth.Is this food grain free?
No. The recipe includes brown rice and other cereal ingredients. If you specifically need a grain-free weight-control option, browse our grain-free dry dog food range instead.How do I switch my dog onto it?
Mix increasing amounts of Perfect Weight with decreasing amounts of the current food over about seven days. Cutting treats and table scraps matters just as much as the change of food — treats should stay under roughly 10% of daily calories or the calorie deficit disappears.Can I get it delivered in Melbourne?
Yes. ADS Pet Store ships Australia-wide and offers local Melbourne delivery plus Click & Collect from our Moorabbin store.Shop related dog food at ADS Pet Store
Compare the rest of the range in our Hill's Science Diet dog food collection, or browse all dog food and wet dog food at ADS Pet Store for Melbourne delivery or Moorabbin Click & Collect.
Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Chicken & Brown Rice Dry Dog Food is a complete and balanced weight management formula developed for adult dogs that are less active, neutered or prone to gaining excess weight. Made with high-quality chicken as the first ingredient, this delicious dry dog food provides clinically proven nutrition to help dogs reach and maintain a healthy body weight.
This high-protein, high-fibre recipe is enriched with L-carnitine and coconut oil to help support a healthy metabolism and promote the use of fat as energy. Hill’s clinically proven weight management technology can provide visible weight-loss results within 10 weeks when fed according to the recommended weight-loss guidelines.
With controlled calories and nutrients to support lean muscle mass, Hill’s Science Diet Perfect Weight is suitable for ongoing daily feeding after your dog reaches their target weight. It provides long-term weight support without compromising on taste or essential nutrition.
Available Sizes
ADS Pet Store stocks the 5.44kg and 11.34kg bags. Hill’s also produces this recipe in a 1.81kg bag.
Average Nutrient Content
| Nutrient | Dry Matter |
|---|---|
| Protein | 28.8% |
| Fat | 11.2% |
| Carbohydrate / NFE | 42.9% |
| Crude Fibre | 10.3% |
| Calcium | 0.93% |
| Phosphorus | 0.75% |
| Total Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 0.75% |
| Total Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 2.18% |
| L-Carnitine | 432.6ppm |
| Glucosamine | 583ppm |
| Chondroitin Sulfate | 1390ppm |
Calorie Content
3189kcal/kg or approximately 298kcal per cup. Cup measures refer to a standard 8 fl oz US measuring cup (approximately 240 mL), which holds about 95 g of this food. Grams are the more accurate measure, so use the gram amounts in the feeding guide where you can — an Australian metric cup is 250 mL, so it is not equivalent.
Daily Feeding Guide
The following amounts are a starting guide only. Daily feeding amounts should be adjusted as necessary to help your dog achieve and maintain their optimal body weight.
| Ideal Dog Weight | Weight Loss per Day | Weight Management per Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2.3kg | 35g | 60g |
| 4.5kg | 70g | 95g |
| 9.1kg | 115g | 165g |
| 14kg | 155g | 220g |
| 18kg | 185g | 280g |
| 23kg | 235g | 310g |
| 27kg | 255g | 375g |
| 36kg | 325g | 445g |
| 45kg | 375g | 540g |
| 54kg | 435g | 610g |
Feeding and Transition Tips
- Adjust the daily feeding amount as necessary to maintain your dog’s optimal weight.
- For weight-loss programs, regular weight checks with your veterinarian are recommended.
- When changing foods, gradually mix increasing amounts of the new food with decreasing amounts of the previous food over seven days.
- Always provide access to clean, fresh drinking water.
- Your dog’s nutritional needs may change with age, activity level and health condition.
- Consult your veterinarian if you are unsure which feeding amount is suitable for your dog.
- Keep the packaging out of reach of pets and children to help prevent suffocation.
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dog Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for the maintenance of adult dogs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Hill's Science Diet Perfect Weight a prescription diet?
No. Science Diet is Hill's everyday, non-prescription range, so you can buy Perfect Weight without a veterinary authority. Hill's Prescription Diet products (such as Metabolic) are a separate therapeutic range for diagnosed conditions and do require vet involvement.How quickly will my dog lose weight on Perfect Weight?
Hill's states that clinically proven weight-loss results can be seen within 10 weeks when the food is fed according to the recommended weight-loss amounts. Results depend on feeding accurately and on your dog's activity level, so weigh portions rather than estimating.Should I feed the "weight loss" or "weight management" amount?
Use the weight-loss column while your dog is actively slimming down, then move to the weight-management column once they reach their target. Both columns are based on your dog's ideal weight, not their current weight — this is the most common feeding mistake with weight-control foods.Can I keep feeding it after my dog reaches a healthy weight?
Yes. Perfect Weight is a complete and balanced adult maintenance food, so it is suitable for long-term daily feeding at the weight-management amount. Many owners stay on it to prevent the weight creeping back.What does the L-carnitine and coconut oil do?
L-carnitine (432.6 ppm in this recipe) helps the body use stored fat as an energy source, and coconut oil contributes readily used fats. Together with controlled calories and a high fibre level of around 10.3% dry matter, they help dogs lose fat while the protein level supports lean muscle.Which pack sizes does ADS Pet Store stock?
We stock the 5.44kg and 11.34kg bags. Choose the size you can use within about six weeks of opening so the kibble stays fresh.Is Perfect Weight suitable for puppies?
No. It is formulated for adult dogs. Growing puppies need a puppy formula, and calorie-restricted foods are not appropriate during growth.Is this food grain free?
No. The recipe includes brown rice and other cereal ingredients. If you specifically need a grain-free weight-control option, browse our grain-free dry dog food range instead.How do I switch my dog onto it?
Mix increasing amounts of Perfect Weight with decreasing amounts of the current food over about seven days. Cutting treats and table scraps matters just as much as the change of food — treats should stay under roughly 10% of daily calories or the calorie deficit disappears.Can I get it delivered in Melbourne?
Yes. ADS Pet Store ships Australia-wide and offers local Melbourne delivery plus Click & Collect from our Moorabbin store.Shop related dog food at ADS Pet Store
Compare the rest of the range in our Hill's Science Diet dog food collection, or browse all dog food and wet dog food at ADS Pet Store for Melbourne delivery or Moorabbin Click & Collect.