Hill's Prescription Diet J/D Small Bites Dry Dog Food Hill's Science Diet Adult Oral Care Chicken, Brown Rice & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food
Hill's Prescription Diet J/D Small Bites Dry Dog Food scores higher on KibbleLab, 8.8 to 8.7. Compare ingredients, guaranteed analysis, and AAFCO nutritional adequacy, side by side.
Hill's Prescription Diet J/D Small Bites Dry Dog Food and Hill's Science Diet Adult Oral Care Chicken, Brown Rice & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food compared
| Attribute |
Verified Jul 19, 2026 |
Verified Aug 2, 2026 |
|---|---|---|
KibbleLab scoreThe KibbleLab expert rating, 0 to 10, based on published veterinary science. No one can pay for a higher score. |
8.8 / 10 | 8.7 / 10 |
| Guaranteed analysis (as fed) | ||
ProteinGuaranteed analysis gives label minimums and maximums, not measured values, shown as fed. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Fat | Not listed | Not listed |
| Fiber | 4.10% | 10.10% |
| Calcium | 0.70% | 0.88% |
| Phosphorus | 0.60% | 0.70% |
| Omega-3 | 3.60% | 0.84% |
| Omega-6 | Not listed | 3.74% |
| Taurine | 0.11% | Not listed |
MoistureHigher moisture means a wetter food; it dilutes the other percentages above. |
Not listed | Not listed |
| Calories | 3670 kcal/kg | 3426 kcal/kg |
| Calorie density | Moderate | Moderate |
| Ingredients | ||
Full ingredient listEvery ingredient on each label, in order of weight. |
Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Corn, Flaxseed, Chicken Meal, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor, Fish Oil, Powdered Cellulose, Lactic Acid, Pork Liver Flavor, Potassium Chloride, L-Lysine, Calcium Carbonate, Choline Chloride, Iodized Salt, 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), L-Threonine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, L-Tryptophan, Glucosamine Hydrochloride, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, L-Carnitine, Natural Flavors, Chondroitin Sulfate, Beta-Carotene. Show full list Show less |
Chicken, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Corn, Corn Protein Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Cracked Pearled Barley, Chicken Fat, Chicken Meal, Chicken Liver Flavor, Soybean Mill Run, Flaxseed, Soybean Oil, Natural Flavor, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Carbonate, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Iodized Salt, Choline Chloride, Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Dicalcium Phosphate, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene. Show full list Show less |
| Limited ingredient | No | No |
| Health focus | Joint care, Immune support, Urinary care, Antioxidant support | Dental care, Breath support |
| Format & suitability | ||
| Food type | Dry | Dry |
| Texture | Kibble | Kibble |
| Processing | Not listed | Not listed |
| Life stage | Adult | Adult |
| Breed size | All Breed Sizes | All Breed Sizes |
| 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 | Yes |
| Life stages | Adult Maintenance | Adult Maintenance |
SubstantiationHow adequacy was established. Feeding trials are the higher bar; formulation means the recipe is calculated to meet the profile. |
Feeding Trials | Feeding Trials |
| 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 | Yes |
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 | Yes |
| 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.
- Whole Grain Wheat
- Whole Grain Corn
- Chicken
- Corn Protein Meal
- Chicken Fat
- Chicken Liver Flavor
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Common Questions
Which food scores higher on KibbleLab?
Hill's Prescription Diet J/D Small Bites Dry Dog Food scores higher, 8.8 to 8.7 out of 10. Scores reflect published veterinary science, and no one can pay for a higher score.
Do these two foods share ingredients?
Yes. They share these top ingredients: Whole Grain Wheat, Whole Grain Corn, Chicken, Corn Protein Meal, Chicken Fat, Chicken Liver Flavor.
Are both foods AAFCO complete and balanced?
Yes, both foods are labeled AAFCO complete and balanced.
See the full profiles: Hill's Prescription Diet J/D Small Bites Dry Dog Food and Hill's Science Diet Adult Oral Care Chicken, Brown Rice & Barley Recipe Dry Dog Food .
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This is a neutral, factual comparison, not a ranking or an endorsement of either product. A food's guaranteed analysis gives legal minimums and maximums for a few nutrients, not measured values. No one can pay for placement or a higher score.
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