Hill's Science Diet Senior Adult 6+ Large Breed Chicken & Brown Rice Recipe No Corn, Wheat or Soy Dry Dog Food, 30-lb bag
In a Nutshell
- Learning on our Weimaraner's health problems with grain-free diets.
- Excellent and pricey dog food.
- Rising fund issue with degrades.
- Surgery recently brought happiness.
- Vedio eating results are mixed.
Quick Verdict
The Hill's Science Diet Senior Adult 6+ Large Breed dog food is well-loved for its flavor and recipe composition but has had recent issues with causing diarrhea in dogs.
Quick Stats
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Digestive issues and diarrhea reported in multiple reviews.
Prevention: Consider mixing with other foods or switching to a different brand if digestive issues persist.
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Flavor (2)
Many dogs enjoy the taste of the food.
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Recipes (1)
Old Recipes provided injections.
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High-Vitamins (1)
Dogs were happy.
Cons
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Digestive Issues (4) major
Some dogs experienced diarrhea after switching to this food.
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Health Problems (1) critical
Reports of syncope and fainting in large dogs.
Tip: The user switched to a different diet and stopped experiencing issues in their dogs
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Diarrhea (1) major
User says review responses
Tip: This product seems to work.
Quality Trend: Declining
Recent batches have been reported to cause digestive issues in dogs, with multiple users mentioning diarrhea.
mixed
negative
Who Is This For?
✓ Best For
- • Dogs with specific dietary needs — This food is formulated without corn, wheat, or soy and is suitable for dogs with dietary sensitivities.
✗ Skip If
- • Owners with dogs prone to digestive issues — Multiple reviews mention diarrhea and digestive problems after switching to this food.
Durability & Care
Cleaning Methods
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
Common Questions
Is this food suitable for large breeds?
Yes, it is specifically designed for large breeds and has been praised for its flavor and recipe.
Highlighted Reviews
"We had our Weimy on a grain-free diet. Big mistake. She started having syncope episodes where she'd run to us and fall over in a faint. Our vet confirmed there were some FDA notices saying large dogs on grain-free diets were presenting heart conditions. We immediately took her off grain-free, and fo..."
"We gradually switched over from Hill's Science Diet Adult Sensitive Stomach & Skin Large Breed to the Senior Adult Large Breed and the new food gave our dog horrible diarrhea. Now I see that Chewy isn't selling anymore."
Bottom Line
This dog food could be a favorite due to its good flavors, but it’s crucial to consider the digestive issues reported. It could be more reliable if used occasionally or checked against new batches.