{"product_id":"hills-science-diet-chicken-meal-rice-small-breed-dry-dog-food","title":"Hill's Science Diet - Chicken Meal \u0026 Rice Small Breed Dry Dog Food","description":"\u003cp class=\"tldr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTL;DR:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hill's Science Diet Chicken Meal \u0026amp; Rice Small Breed is a 4.5 lb dry dog food built around chicken meal and rice, with a smaller kibble size suited to small-breed jaws. It's a senior small-breed diet with a focus on skin and coat support through omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSmall-breed dogs have faster metabolisms and smaller mouths than larger breeds, so both kibble size and nutrient density matter. This recipe pairs chicken meal as the lead protein with rice for digestible carbohydrates in a bite-sized format.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat makes this formula suited to small breeds?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChicken meal leads the recipe to support lean muscle, while rice provides gentle, easily digestible carbohydrates for daily energy. Added antioxidants and vitamin E contribute to everyday wellness, and the smaller kibble is shaped for tiny jaws.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eFormulated for small-breed senior dogs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChicken meal as the primary protein source\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes chicken and lamb protein sources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRice for gentle, digestible carbohydrates\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSmaller kibble size sized for tiny jaws\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOmega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E to support skin and coat\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eConvenient 4.5 lb bag\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHill's Science Diet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBag size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.5 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary protein\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChicken (chicken meal)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtein sources\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChicken, lamb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCarbohydrate source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLife stage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSenior\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBreed size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall breed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHealth focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSkin and coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry kibble\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dog food is intended for small-breed senior dogs whose owners want a chicken-meal-and-rice recipe in a smaller kibble. If you're a GTA owner looking for a steady, recognizable everyday diet for a small dog, it's a straightforward maintenance option from a widely available brand.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow should you feed it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the feeding guide printed on the bag, which scales portions by your dog's body weight. Transition gradually over about 7 days by mixing increasing amounts of the new food with the current diet, and keep fresh water available at all times.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat pairs well with it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor another small-breed senior option, the \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/healthy-barley-and-brown-rice-dog-food\"\u003eHill's Science Diet - Chicken Meal Barley \u0026amp; Brown Rice Small Breed Senior Dry Dog Food\u003c\/a\u003e is a close companion recipe. For a larger dog in the same household, the \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/lamb-and-brown-rice-dry-dog-food-hills\"\u003eHill's Science Diet - Large Breed Lamb Meal \u0026amp; Brown Rice Dry Dog Food\u003c\/a\u003e is built for bigger breeds, and for weight-conscious feeding there's the \u003ca href=\"\/fr\/products\/chicken-recipe-premium-dog-food-ashario\"\u003eHill's Science Diet - Perfect Weight Chicken Dry Dog Food\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRounding out mealtime, some owners also add functional chews to their dog's routine — natural single-ingredient options like buy chicken skin or buy chicken feet can complement a regular kibble diet.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"fulfillment\"\u003eAvailable for same-day pickup at our \u003cstrong\u003eNorth York, Toronto\u003c\/strong\u003e storefront, or ships Canada-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AsharioPets","offers":[{"title":"4.5 lb","offer_id":67627935236285,"sku":"065-07627","price":37.5,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/6946\/3997\/files\/Pets_Products_4_2048_x_2048_79.png?v=1790978550","url":"https:\/\/shoppa.ca\/fr\/products\/hills-science-diet-chicken-meal-rice-small-breed-dry-dog-food","provider":"Shoppa.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}