Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food Nutro Small Breed Weight Management Superfood Plate Chicken, Lamb & Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food
Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.7 to 8.4. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food and Nutro Small Breed Weight Management Superfood Plate Chicken, Lamb & Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
Verified Jul 20, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. |
8.7 / 10 | 8.4 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
Not listed | 28.00% |
| Fat | Not listed | 12.50% |
| Fiber | 2.10% | 4.00% |
| Calcium | 0.95% | 1.80% |
| Phosphorus | 0.75% | 1.00% |
| Omega-3 | 0.52% | 0.30% |
| Omega-6 | 3.66% | 2.45% |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
Not listed | 10.00% |
| Calories | 3607 kcal/kg | 3473 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Chicken, Cracked Pearled Barley, Brown Rice, Brewers Rice, Whole Grain Oats, Whole Grain Corn, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor, Pork Liver Flavor, Ground Pecan Shells, Soybean Oil, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Dried Citrus Pulp, Iodized Salt, Choline Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, Dicalcium Phosphate, Fish Oil, Pressed Cranberries, Pumpkin, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Chicken Meal (source of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate), Whole Grain Barley, Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain Oatmeal, Lamb Meal, Brewers Rice, Salmon Meal, Whole Grain Sorghum, Dried Plain Beet Pulp, Natural Flavors, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Whole Flaxseed, Salt, DL-Methionine, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, Citric Acid (preservative), Mixed Tocopherols (preservative), Whole Chia Seed, Dried Coconut, Dried Egg Product, Dried Tomato Pomace, Dried Kale, Dried Pumpkin, Dried Spinach, Dried Blueberries, Dried Apples, Dried Carrots, Vitamin E Supplement, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Sodium Selenite, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Manganese Sulfate, Copper Sulfate, D-Calcium Pantothenate, Biotin, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Vitamin B12 Supplement, Vitamin A Supplement, Niacin Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement (Vitamin B2), Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Potassium Iodide, Manganous Oxide, Folic Acid, Rosemary Extract. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Digestive health, Probiotic support, Bowel health, Sensitive stomach | Immune support, Joint care, Weight management |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | Large | Small |
| AAFCO nutritional adequacy | ||
Complete & balancedWhether the manufacturer's label claims the food meets AAFCO nutrient profiles for a life stage. Not an independent test. |
Yes | Not indicated |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | Not listed |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Feeding Trials | Not listed |
| Maker standards | ||
WSAVA guidelinesThe World Small Animal Veterinary Association publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer: qualified nutritionists on staff, feeding trials, and published research. It does not certify or endorse brands. |
Yes | No |
PSC accreditedThe Pet Sustainability Coalition is a nonprofit that accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact through third-party verification. It reflects sustainability practices, not food quality. |
Yes | No |
| Recalls & where to buy | ||
Recalls on recordKibbleLab began logging recalls in July 2026, so earlier recalls may not appear. |
None | None |
| Where to buy | ||
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Shared ingredients
Both foods list these among their top ingredients, by label weight.
- Chicken
- Barley
- Brown Rice
- Brewer's Rice
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.7 to 8.4 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Chicken, Barley, Brown Rice, Brewer's Rice.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Digestion Large Breed Chicken & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food is labeled complete and balanced; Nutro Small Breed Weight Management Superfood Plate Chicken, Lamb & Salmon Recipe Dry Dog Food does not list an AAFCO status.
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