What is the technical score of Hill's Science Diet Puppy?

Hill's Science Diet Puppy (Hill's Science Diet) scores 81.1/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (67 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (94 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 Puppy have?

On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Hill's Science Diet Puppy has 25.56% protein, 16.67% fat and 41% carbohydrates. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.

Is Hill's Science Diet Puppy a good food for dogs?

Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Hill's Science Diet Puppy is "High Standard" (score 81.1/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, natural preservatives, taurine declared. Points of concern: corn and wheat present, high ash. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

Hill's Science Diet Puppy

Name: Hill's Science Diet Puppy
Brand: Hill's Science Diet

Manufacturer: Hill's Science Diet

81.1Technical Score

The Hill's Science Diet Puppy (Hill's Science Diet) earned a technical score of 81.1/100 (rated ⭐ High Standard) under the independent My Pet Magazine methodology, which combines the IDNM nutrient density index (67 pts) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (94 pts). On a dry-matter basis, this food for dogs delivers 25.56% protein and 16.67% fat. The analysis is computed by algorithm, with no payment or interference from brands.

Is Hill's Science Diet Puppy good?

Yes, it is a good option. Hill's Science Diet Puppy is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 81.1/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 67) and ingredient purity (IPFI 94), with 25.56% protein and 16.67% fat on a dry-matter basis.

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)67 / 100

IPFI (Ingredient Purity)94 / 100

Final Score81.1

Dry-Matter Composition

Protein25.56%

Fat16.67%

Carbohydrates41%

Ash11.22%

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 Puppy (metabolizable energy when available in the dataset)
Nutrient	Value
Crude protein	23 %
Crude fat	15 %
Crude fiber	5 %
Ash (mineral matter)	10.1 %
Moisture	10 %
Metabolizable energy	3747 kcal/kg

How much to feed per day

This is a growth (puppy/kitten) food (3747 kcal/kg). A young animal's daily amount depends on its age and current weight, so we do not calculate g/day from the adult weight: follow the feeding table on the package, weigh the animal often and adjust to its body condition with your veterinarian's advice. Source: FEDIAF Nutritional Guidelines 2024 (dogs: Table VII-8b, p. 56; cats: Table VII-10, p. 57).

Ingredients

1Chicken
2Brown Rice
3Whole Grain Wheat
4Chicken Meal
5Chicken Fat
6Whole Grain Corn
7Whole Grain Oats
8Pea Protein
9Soybean Meal
10Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor

What we like

✓fresh meat first ingredient
✓natural preservatives
✓taurine declared
✓EPA/DHA declared
✓omega 3 and 6
✓fruits and vegetables

Points of concern

⚠corn and wheat present
⚠high ash

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Feeding TrialsAAFCO feeding trial declared: +5 pts (Gold level)

✓ Verified data

www.hillspet.com — ingredient list, AAFCO feeding-trial statement and kcal/kg (3747 kcal/kg, 393 kcal/cup) read 2026-09-03; www.petsmart.com — as-fed Guaranteed Analysis label mirror (protein/fat/fiber/moisture/ash) read 2026-09-03, used in place of hillspet.com's own dry-matter table due to internal inconsistency (see divergencia) · second reading: www.hillspet.com — 'Average Nutrient Content (Dry Matter Basis)' table: Protein 27.8%, Fat 19%, Crude Fiber 2.5% — conflicts with the as-fed label, see divergencia · DIVERGENCE FLAGGED: hillspet.com's own 'Average Nutrient Content (Dry Matter Basis)' table (protein 27.8%, fat 19%, crude fiber 2.5%) is mathematically inconsistent with the as-fed Guaranteed Analysis label mirrored by petsmart.com (protein 23.0%, fat 15.0%, crude fiber 5.0% max, moisture 10.0% max, ash 10.1%): dry-matter fiber (2.5%) is lower than the as-fed fiber (5.0%), which cannot happen since removing moisture can only concentrate a nutrient, never dilute it. Used the petsmart.com as-fed label reading directly instead of converting hillspet.com's dry-matter figures — flagging the manufacturer page's own table as unreliable/possibly a rendering artifact.

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Frequently asked questions about Hill's Science Diet Puppy

What is the technical score of Hill's Science Diet Puppy?: Hill's Science Diet Puppy (Hill's Science Diet) scores 81.1/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (67 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (94 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 Puppy have?: On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Hill's Science Diet Puppy has 25.56% protein, 16.67% fat and 41% carbohydrates. Converting to a dry-matter basis allows a fair comparison between foods for dogs with different moisture levels.
Is Hill's Science Diet Puppy a good food for dogs?: Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Hill's Science Diet Puppy is "High Standard" (score 81.1/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, natural preservatives, taurine declared. Points of concern: corn and wheat present, high ash. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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