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Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini

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Hill's Science Diet Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini Chicken & Brown Rice
74.7Technical Score

The Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini (Hill's Science Diet) earned a technical score of 74.7/100 (rated ✅ Solid) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (65 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (78 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 22.22% protein and 13.89% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini good?

So-so. Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini is in the "Solid" band (technical score 74.7/100), below our High Standard band. Compare it with the alternatives on this page. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 65) and ingredient purity (IPFI 78), with 22.22% protein and 13.89% fat on a dry-matter basis. At 3699 kcal/kg, FEDIAF maintenance needs work out to 144–167 g per day for an adult dog weighing 10 kg (full table below).

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)65 / 100
IPFI (Ingredient Purity)78 / 100
Final Score74.7

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein22.22%
Fat13.89%

Composition and Energy

Values as declared in the manufacturer guaranteed analysis (as-fed basis — as printed on the bag).

Nutritional composition of Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
NutrientValue
Crude protein20 %
Crude fat12.5 %
Crude fiber4 %
Moisture10 %
Metabolizable energy3699 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

Estimated daily serving (g/day) based on the metabolizable energy of this food (3699 kcal/kg) and the maintenance energy requirement (MER) of an adult dog per FEDIAF 2024, from the lowest value (low-activity dog; neutered or indoor cat) to the moderate one (moderately active dog; active cat). It is a starting point: adjust to your pet's body condition and your veterinarian's advice. The calculation ignores age, neutering (in dogs) and individual clinical conditions.

Recommended daily serving in grams per day of Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini by the weight of the dog
Weight of the dogEnergy requirementRecommended serving
5 kg318–368 kcal/day86–99 g/day
10 kg534–619 kcal/day144–167 g/day
20 kg898–1040 kcal/day243–281 g/day
30 kg1218–1410 kcal/day329–381 g/day
40 kg1511–1750 kcal/day408–473 g/day

Formula: maintenance energy (kcal/day) = coefficient × weight(kg)^exponent. Dogs: coefficient 95 (low activity) to 110 (moderate activity), exponent 0.75 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-7, p. 55). Cats: coefficient 75 (neutered or indoor) to 100 (active), exponent 0.67 (FEDIAF 2024, Table VII-9, p. 57). Portion (g/day) = energy requirement ÷ (food kcal/kg ÷ 1000). Source: FEDIAF, Nutritional Guidelines for Complete and Complementary Pet Food for Cats and Dogs, July 2024.

Ingredients

  1. 1Chicken Meal
  2. 2Brewers Rice
  3. 3Whole Grain Wheat
  4. 4Soybean Meal
  5. 5Whole Grain Sorghum
  6. 6Chicken Fat
  7. 7Cracked Pearled Barley
  8. 8Whole Grain Corn
  9. 9Chicken Liver Flavor
  10. 10Pork Liver Flavor

What we like

  • ✓natural preservatives
  • ✓taurine declared
  • ✓L-carnitine
  • ✓fruits and vegetables

Points of concern

  • ⚠corn and wheat present
  • ⚠soy protein
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Feeding TrialsAAFCO feeding trial declared: +5 pts (Gold level)
✓ Verified data

www.petsmart.com — guaranteed analysis and ingredient list mirrored from the Hill's label, read 2026-09-03 · replaces a dry-matter conversion

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Frequently asked questions about Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini

What is the technical score of Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini?
Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini (Hill's Science Diet) scores 74.7/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (65 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (78 points), by the formula (IDNM × 0.55) + (IPFI × 0.45). The analysis is 100% algorithmic, with no interference from brands.
How much protein does Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini have?
On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini has 22.22% protein and 13.89% fat. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
Is Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini a good food for dogs?
Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Hill's Science Diet Adult Small & Mini is "Solid" (score 74.7/100). Strengths: natural preservatives, taurine declared, L-carnitine. Points of concern: corn and wheat present, soy protein. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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