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c/d Multicare Chicken Flavor Wet Dog Food
Hill's Prescription Diet

c/d Multicare Chicken Flavor Wet Dog Food

Verified Aug 29, 2026

Dog · Wet Adult All Breed Sizes

This is a veterinary therapeutic wet diet formulated for adult dogs to help manage urinary health, particularly in pets prone to certain types of urinary stones. It provides moderate protein and fat from beef by-products, chicken, and pork liver, with rice and corn as the main carbohydrate sources. The formula is carefully balanced in minerals and includes omega-3s, L-carnitine, and added antioxidants as part of its overall nutritional profile.

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Prescription Meets WSAVA criteria AAFCO Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited No recalls

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Vet-directed diet

This is a therapeutic diet, formulated for a specific medical condition under veterinary direction. KibbleLab does not assign it a general wellness score, because a therapeutic diet's nutrient targets are set clinically, not by maintenance standards. Your veterinarian selects the right therapeutic diet for your pet.


At a Glance

Marketed Benefits
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Urinary Care
Diet & Compliance
Meets WSAVA criteria Prescription
Suitable For
Adult All Breed Sizes
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Nutritional Perspective

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Strengths

  • Formulated and tested via AAFCO feeding trials for maintenance of adult dogs, which gives extra confidence in its real-world nutritional performance.
  • Mineral levels (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, sodium) are controlled and appropriate for a urinary-support diet, helping manage the risk of certain stone types when used as directed by a vet.
  • Uses multiple animal protein sources (beef by-products, chicken, pork liver) that provide essential amino acids and important nutrients like taurine.
  • Includes omega-3 fatty acids, L-carnitine, and antioxidants such as vitamin E and beta-carotene, which support overall health as part of the complete formula.

Considerations

  • This is a prescription therapeutic diet and should only be used under veterinary supervision, especially if your dog has other health conditions.
  • Contains common allergen sources including beef, chicken, soy, and fish, so it’s not ideal for dogs with known sensitivities to these ingredients.
  • The formula is designed for adult maintenance and is not appropriate for growing puppies or pregnant/lactating dogs.
Scored using the rubric of an NAVC Certified Pet Nutrition Coach (PNCC). This is informational, not veterinary advice.

Full Ingredient List

Water, Beef By-Products, Chicken, Rice, Whole Grain Corn, Pork Liver, Soybean Oil, Powdered Cellulose, Soybean Mill Run, Fish Oil, Calcium Sulfate, Potassium Citrate, Potassium Chloride, Choline Chloride, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Niacin Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Flaxseed, Iodized Salt, Dicalcium Phosphate, Calcium Carbonate, Taurine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganese Sulfate, Calcium Iodate), L-Carnitine, Beta-Carotene.

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.

Ingredient filtering helps identify compatible options but is not a substitute for a veterinary elimination diet.

Top 5 Ingredients Explained

01
Water
Water is an essential nutrient and the primary solvent and moisture component in pet foods, especially wet and canned diets, and is also used in processing and to adjust texture and palatability. It is vital for digestion, nutrient transport, temperature regulation and waste removal in dogs and cats; pets must have constant access to clean water as dehydration can quickly lead to serious health issues and requirements increase with activity, heat, or illness, while moisture in wet food can help meet part of their daily needs.
02
Beef By-Product
Beef by-product is used as a concentrated protein and nutrient source in pet foods and typically includes organ meats, trimmings, and other edible parts aside from skeletal muscle, supplying protein, B vitamins (including B12), vitamin A, iron, zinc and certain fats and connective tissue components. It can be highly palatable and nutrient-dense for dogs and cats, but composition and quality vary with the source and processing, so selecting products from reputable manufacturers helps ensure safety, consistent nutrient content and mitigates risks for pets with specific allergies or sensitivities.
03
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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04
Rice
Rice is a common carbohydrate source and binder in dog and cat foods, supplying readily digestible energy and often used in formulations for sensitive stomachs or hypoallergenic diets. White rice is gentle and easy to digest while brown rice provides more fiber and micronutrients, but rice is low in essential amino acids, has a relatively high glycemic index, and can accumulate trace arsenic, so it should not be relied on as a primary protein and portions should be considered for diabetic or weight‑management pets.
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05
Whole Grain Corn
Whole grain corn is commonly used as a carbohydrate and energy source in pet foods, providing digestible starch, dietary fiber, some protein, and B vitamins and minerals while retaining more nutrients than refined corn. It is generally economical and well-tolerated by most dogs and many cats, but because cats are obligate carnivores animal-based proteins are nutritionally more important, and pets with grain sensitivities, certain metabolic conditions, or requirements for low-carbohydrate diets may need alternatives; proper sourcing and processing also reduce mycotoxin risk and improve digestibility.

Nutritional Breakdown

How to read As Fed versus Dry Matter As fed shows the numbers straight off the label, water included. Dry matter removes the water so you can compare a wet food and a dry food fairly.
Dry Matter Basis
Protein (typical)
24.30%
Low AAFCO min: 18% High
Fat (typical)
16.60%
Low AAFCO min: 5.5% High
Crude Fiber (typical)
3.10%
Low Typical: 3–5% High
448
kcal / 13 oz can
448
kcal / 370 G
High
Calorie density category
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Product Details & Brand

Product Specs

Lifestage Adult
Breed size All Breed Sizes
Texture Ground
Processing method Canned
Food type Wet

AAFCO Nutritional Adequacy
What is AAFCO Association of American Feed Control Officials. It sets the nutritional adequacy standards US pet foods are measured against.

Complete & balanced Yes
AAFCO life stages Adult Maintenance
Substantiation Feeding Trials
Animal feeding tests using AAFCO procedures substantiate that Hill's Prescription Diet c/d Multicare Chicken Flavor Dog Food provides complete and balanced nutrition for maintenance of adult dogs.

Brand

Hill's Prescription Diet offers clinically formulated therapeutic nutrition designed to help manage specific health conditions in pets such as kidney disease, urinary issues, skin sensitivities, digestive problems, and weight management. Sold primarily through veterinarians, it's backed by research from Hill's Pet Nutrition Center and veterinary nutritionists.

Price tier $$$$$
WSAVA Meets criteria

WSAVA publishes criteria for evaluating a manufacturer (qualified nutritionists, feeding trials, published research); it does not certify or endorse brands.

Manufacturer

Company name Hill's Pet Nutrition
Parent company Colgate-Palmolive Company
Founded 1907
Headquarters Topeka, Kansas, USA
Manufacturing type In House
Manufacturing country United States
Manufacturing region Kansas
Manufacturing oversight

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.

Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited business seal
Pet Sustainability Coalition Accredited

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 recalls on record

No recall is listed for Hill's Prescription Diet c/d Multicare Chicken Flavor Wet Dog Food.

Source: FDA animal food recall listings back to January 2019 · Checked daily, last on Aug 31, 2026

Hill's Prescription Diet has 1 recall on record. View brand recalls

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Frequently Asked Questions

Has Hill's Prescription Diet ever been recalled?

Hill's Prescription Diet has 1 recall on record. The most recent was FDA Recall: Hill’s Pet Nutrition on May 21, 2019.

How does KibbleLab rate foods?

Our scores are based on ingredient composition, nutritional profile, AAFCO compliance, and health considerations. We don't penalize by-products, grains, or synthetic preservatives. Brands cannot pay for higher scores.

Is KibbleLab a substitute for veterinary advice?

No. KibbleLab provides data-driven food analysis, not medical advice. Always consult your veterinarian before making dietary changes, especially for pets with health conditions.

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