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Hill's Prescription Diet z/d Low Fat Hydrolyzed Soy Recipe Food Sensitivities Dry Dog Food

Hill's Prescription Diet z/d Low Fat Hydrolyzed Soy Recipe Food Sensitivities Dry Dog Food

By Hill's 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 75% confidence
6.2 /10
Quality
5.5
Value
5.8
Design
5.0
Function
6.0
Durability
4.5

In a Nutshell

  • Best for digestive issues and finicky eaters.
  • Major complaint is recent recipe changes affecting taste and smell.
  • Mixed results on long-term use.

Quick Verdict

This dog food has both strong advocates and critics. Many dogs experienced improvements in their health, particularly with digestive issues, but some users expressed concerns about the changing recipe and unpleasant smells.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 56%
Would Buy Again 56%
Avg Lifespan Not specified

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Digestive improvement (3)

    Significantly improved digestion in dogs with IBD.

  • Tolerable for dogs (2)

    Most dogs tolerance with the food

  • Improved mood and behavior (1)

    Dogs were happier and more energetic after switching to this food.

Cons

  • Recent formulation issues (3) major

    Changes in recipe led to unpleasant smells and reluctance to eat.

  • Not suitable for extended family (1) critical

    None of the 4 dogs in the extended family would eat it.

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent changes in recipe have led to lower quality perceptions and increased complaints about smell and taste.

Older Reviews Said:

positive

Newer Reviews Say:

negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dogs with digestive issues — Helps alleviate IBD and improves bowel movements.
  • Dogs with B12 deficiencies — Aids in managing B12 levels when combined with injections.

Skip If

  • Owners concerned about food smells — Recent batches may have unpleasant odors.
  • Dogs with sudden behavior issues — If the dog likes to eat gives smelly poop

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Not specified

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 No additional care tips mentioned by users.

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
⚠️ Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

4.3
9 reviews
5★
67%
4★
0%
3★
11%
2★
11%
1★
11%
good results (3) rate (1) food (1) shaped kibbles (1) recipe changes (3) stop (1)

Common Questions

Does this food help with digestive issues?

Yes, many users reported significant improvements in their dogs' digestive health.

Is the recipe consistent?

No, some users noted changes in the recipe over time, which affected the smell and taste.

Highlighted Reviews

— Christine 1 found helpful

"This food has been a literal godsend for my Rottie boy! He has been struggling with large and small bowel IBD. We got to the point where he lost 13 pounds abruptly and also found out he was severely b12 deficient. The internal medicine vet recommended this food and literally a total 180 within a wee..."

— Arthur

"My dog had been on this food for over 5 years. Originally it started out and was great over the years they have changed the recipe several times. How do I know? When you feed your dog this food 2 times a day for an extended period of time you can tell! The color and size of the food started to chang..."

Bottom Line

Overall, the food seems beneficial for some dogs but has fluctuating quality issues that need attention from the manufacturer.

6.2 /10
Below Average