The first year of a pet's "career"–spent as a puppy or kitten–sets the stage for lifelong health, with generally at least 80 percent of a puppy's growth and 90 percent of a kitten's growth1 taking place in their first twelve months.
With a mission to help enrich and lengthen the special relationships between people and their pets, Hill's Pet Nutrition is making paw-fessional development easy through the Hill's Pet Nutrition Inaugural Intern Class of Pup-terns and Kit-terns, now open for applications.
Laying the Foundation for a Healthy, Happy Life
The next chapter in a puppy or kitten's life is one of the most important. Nutrition, along with regular veterinary care, training, enrichment and endless love are all an important part of laying a healthy foundation.
The new Hill's Science Diet Puppy and Hill's Science Diet Kitten product lines are specially formulated with five essential building blocks for lifelong health, including:
- New breakthrough blend of prebiotic fibers (ActivBiome+) to support the gut microbiome and digestive system
- Antioxidant blend of Vitamins C & E to support developing immune systems
- DHA from fish oil for brain development to support training
- High-quality protein for building lean muscles
- Balanced minerals to support growing bones and teeth
The gut microbiome affects almost every organ in a pet's body, so it's no wonder 83 percent of pet parents consider their pet's digestive health to be extremely or very important.2
Backed by extensive research conducted at Hill's Global Pet Nutrition Center, Hill's ActivBiome+ ingredient technology harnesses carefully selected prebiotic fibers support the gut microbiome and promote optimal digestive function.
"Innovation and science are at the heart of all we do at Hill's Pet Nutrition. That's why we've invested in extensive research to help develop our newest ActivBiome+ Technology--innovation for puppies and kittens to help nurture a healthy and resilient gut microbiome," said Dr. Karen Shenoy, chief veterinary officer of Hill's Pet Nutrition US. "The gut microbiome is a complex ecosystem, and scientists are discovering many ways that it impacts overall health in addition to digestion, including immune health and organ function. We are proud to introduce this upgrade to help pet parents of puppies and kittens set their new family members up for lifelong health."
The new innovation comes in dry and wet forms, featuring various flavors:
- Puppy:
- Hill's Science Diet Puppy Dry Food, available in Chicken & Brown Rice as well as Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipes
- Hill's Science Diet Puppy Large Breed Dry Food, available in Chicken & Brown Rice as well as Recipe Lamb Meal & Brown Rice Recipes
- Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small & Mini Dry Food Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe
- Hill's Science Diet Puppy Wet Food, available in Chicken & Barley Entrée as well as Chicken & Rice Stew
- Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small & Mini Wet Food Beef & Barley Entrée
- Kitten:
- Hill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Food, available in Chicken as well as Ocean Fish & Brown Rice Recipes
- Hill's Science Diet Kitten Dry Food Indoor Chicken Recipe
- Hill's Science Diet Kitten Wet Food Liver & Chicken Entrée
- Hill's Science Diet Kitten Wet Food: Healthy Cuisine Roasted Chicken & Rice Medley
To learn more on providing the best nutrition for new furry friends, visit www.hillspet.com for resources around Puppy Food and Kitten Food.
