Hill's Science Diet Adult 1-5 Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat or Soy Dry Dog Food
In a Nutshell
- Excellent for canine heart health
- Can be too large for small dogs
- Mixing with treats can solve spicy kibble dissatisfaction
- Packages need some inspection
Quick Verdict
This dog food has had very positive feedback overall, however a couple of reviewers have shared that their dogs had issues with the size of the kibble and ideas for cheese on top as a solution and even made their dog's skin improved overtime.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Healthy Grains (2)
Contains good grains beneficial for heart health
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Mixing Ease (2)
Easy to mix with treats or small dehydrated liver pieces
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Digestibility (1)
Good for sensitive stomachs
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Size Variety (2)
Kibble size is good for picky eaters and training
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Weight Management (1)
Helps in bulking up underweight dogs
Cons
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Kibble Size (2) major
Pieces are too large for some dogs.
Tip: Breaking kibble or using a different formula
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Packaging Issues (1) minor
Packaging can be destroyed during shipping.
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Gastro Issues (1) major
Can cause stomach issues if mixed with other foods.
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Large breed dogs — Good for their size and heart health
- • Picky eaters — Easy to mix with treats
✗ Skip If
- • Small dogs — Kibble size may be too large
- • Dogs with sensitive stomachs — May cause digestive issues
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Does this kibble have proper grains for heart health?
Yes, it does mesh very well with treat mix inspired supplies-grain options.
Highlighted Reviews
"Never find in stores but Chewy always has it, thanks! Very easy to put a crushed-up treat or small dehydrated liver pieces on top of the kibble. Read that it's good for dogs to have 'some grains' daily for their Heart Health so we are thrilled it has good grains for our dog's heart. Our 75 pound res..."
"I thought this was the same recipe he has been eating, and while we graduated from puppy to adult when he turned 1 last month, I was still feeding the original chicken & brown rice formula. Researching labels, I noticed "Large Breed" meant over 50 lbs - or maybe I assumed - and Dagger is right aroun..."
Bottom Line
This kibble has received positive feedback and interest from the larger outside userbase for healthy ingredients and mixtures, but expect a couple of pups having issues with the kibble size and packaging, offering to please share your experience and any suggestions you may have to help others love this kibble if you agree.