Adult Perfect Weight & Joint Support Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food
Verified Aug 24, 2026
This is a dry kibble formulated for adult large-breed dogs that need help managing weight while also supporting their joints. It uses chicken and chicken meal as primary protein sources, with brown rice, corn, and added fibers to help control calories and promote satiety. The recipe includes L-carnitine and elevated omega-3s from fish oil, along with glucosamine and chondroitin, to support muscle maintenance, joint health, and overall well-being.
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Nutritionally, this is a strong option for adult large-breed dogs who need to lose or maintain weight and may benefit from extra joint support. It offers moderate protein, controlled fat, higher fiber, and joint-supporting nutrients, all backed by AAFCO feeding trials from a reputable manufacturer. The calorie density is on the lower side for a dry food, which can make weight control easier when portions are measured carefully.
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At a Glance
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Strengths
- Formulated for weight management with moderate protein (about 29% dry matter), relatively low fat (about 14% dry matter), and high fiber (15% dry matter) to help dogs feel full on fewer calories.
- Backed by AAFCO feeding trials for adult maintenance, which gives good confidence in the diet’s overall digestibility and nutritional adequacy.
- Good joint-support profile for large breeds, with added omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil plus glucosamine and chondroitin to support cartilage and mobility.
- Includes L-carnitine to support fat metabolism and lean muscle maintenance during weight loss, along with added antioxidants (vitamins C and E, beta-carotene) for immune support.
Considerations
- Contains chicken and soy, which are common protein allergens; not a good choice for dogs with known sensitivities to these ingredients.
- Higher fiber content is helpful for weight control but can cause softer stools or more frequent bowel movements in some dogs, especially during transition.
- Uses a mix of animal and plant proteins (chicken meal, corn protein meal, soybean meal); while nutritionally adequate, dogs with multiple ingredient sensitivities may need a simpler, limited-ingredient formula.
Full Ingredient List
Ingredients and analysis reflect manufacturer data at the time of our last update and can change without notice. Always check the actual product packaging before feeding.
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Top 5 Ingredients Explained
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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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Brown Rice
Brown rice is a whole-grain carbohydrate and fiber ingredient commonly used in dog and cat foods to provide digestible energy, dietary fiber, and modest amounts of B‑vitamins and minerals; it typically offers more nutrients and fiber than white rice. It’s generally well tolerated and can help with sensitive stomachs, but because it is high in carbohydrates (not a primary protein source) and can contain trace inorganic arsenic depending on sourcing, it should be included in balanced formulations and monitored in overweight or diabetic pets.
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Chicken
Chicken is a common animal-based protein in dog and cat foods, supplying essential amino acids, B vitamins, and energy-dense fats that support muscle maintenance, growth, and overall health; for cats it also contributes toward dietary taurine but must be present in sufficient amounts or provided via supplementation. It is prized for its digestibility and palatability, though some pets develop sensitivities or allergies to chicken, and nutritional value and safety depend on ingredient quality and processing—raw chicken carries pathogen risks and whole bones can pose choking or GI hazards.
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Corn Protein Meal
Corn protein meal is a concentrated plant-based protein ingredient commonly used to raise crude protein and energy in dry kibbles, treats and some wet diets as a cost-effective alternative to animal protein sources. It provides digestible amino acids for dogs but has an incomplete amino acid profile (notably low in lysine and lacking taurine), so it should be balanced with higher-quality animal proteins for growing animals and obligate‑carnivore cats; some pets may also be sensitive to corn and quality/sourcing can affect safety and nutrient content.
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Cellulose Powder
Cellulose powder is an insoluble, plant-derived fiber commonly used in pet foods as a bulking agent, binder and calorie-diluting texturizer to help control weight and improve stool formation; it is not digestible by dogs or cats and contributes negligible energy or vitamins. While it can aid stool consistency and manufacturing performance, cellulose is non‑fermentable so offers little prebiotic benefit, and high inclusions can reduce palatability or displace nutrients—formulations, especially for cats with lower fiber tolerance, should be balanced accordingly.
Nutritional Breakdown
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Product Details & Brand
Product Specs
AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional
adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.
What is AAFCO
Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.Brand
Hill's Science Diet is a premium pet food brand focused on life-stage and lifestyle-specific nutrition for dogs and cats, formulated with high-quality ingredients and balanced by veterinarians and nutritionists for optimal pet health.
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Manufacturer
Hill's Pet Nutrition maintains strict quality and safety standards in all of its manufacturing sites, with adherence to rigorous ingredient testing and safety validation procedures. Facilities follow current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and are regularly audited for quality, safety, and consistency. All products meet or exceed AAFCO and FDA regulatory standards for pet food.
PSC is a nonprofit that Accredits pet companies on their environmental and social impact, through third-party verification. Hill's Pet Nutrition is a PSC Accredited business. View profile
Manufacturing details are compiled from public sources and not independently verified; they may not reflect contract manufacturing or co-packing.
Recall History
No recall is listed for Hill's Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight & Joint Support Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe Dry Dog Food.
Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026
Hill's Science Diet has 2 recalls on record. View brand recalls
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Frequently Asked Questions
Has Hill's Science Diet ever been recalled?
Hill's Science Diet has 2 recalls on record. The most recent was FDA Recall: Hill’s Pet Nutrition on May 21, 2019.
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