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

Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites (Hill's Science Diet) scores 79.3/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (67 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (89 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 Small Bites have?

On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites 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 Small Bites a good food for dogs?

Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites is "High Standard" (score 79.3/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, natural preservatives, taurine declared. Points of concern: corn and wheat present, soy protein. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites

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

Manufacturer: Hill's Science Diet

79.3Technical Score

The Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites (Hill's Science Diet) earned a technical score of 79.3/100 (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 (89 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 Small Bites good?

Yes, it is a good option. Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites is in the "High Standard" band of our review, with a technical score of 79.3/100. The score combines nutritional density (IDNM 67) and ingredient purity (IPFI 89), with 25.56% protein and 16.67% fat on a dry-matter basis.

Nutritional Analysis

IDNM (Nutrient Density)67 / 100

IPFI (Ingredient Purity)89 / 100

Final Score79.3

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 Small Bites (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

Points of concern

⚠corn and wheat present
⚠soy protein

✓ Verified data

www.petsmart.com — guaranteed analysis (as fed) read 2026-09-03 · second reading: www.hillspet.com — average nutrient content (dry matter), ingredients, calorie content read 2026-09-03 · DIVERGENCE FLAGGED: hillspet.com (dry matter) shows Protein 27.8%, Fat 19%, Fiber 2.5%; converting at petsmart's declared 10% moisture would give ~25/17.1/2.25% as-fed, which diverges from the as-fed values actually published at petsmart.com (23/15/5.0%) — kept the retailer's as-fed reading per the confidence-4 rule.

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Frequently asked questions about Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites

What is the technical score of Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites?: Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites (Hill's Science Diet) scores 79.3/100 under the My Pet Magazine methodology — a weighted average of the IDNM nutrient density index (67 points) and the IPFI ingredient purity index (89 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 Small Bites have?: On a dry-matter basis (removing the effect of moisture), Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites 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 Small Bites a good food for dogs?: Under the My Pet Magazine classification, Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites is "High Standard" (score 79.3/100). Strengths: fresh meat first ingredient, natural preservatives, taurine declared. Points of concern: corn and wheat present, soy protein. Talk to a veterinarian before changing the diet of your dog.

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