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Hill's Prescription Diet Canine j/d Joint Care - Chicken
Hill's j/d joint care dog food is a complete veterinary diet specially formulated to support joint metabolism and improve mobility in dogs with osteoarthritis and joint issues. This clinically proven formula helps your dog walk, run and jump more easily in as little as 21 days, featuring high levels of omega-3 fatty acids, natural cartilage nutrients, and antioxidants to support healthy joints and active living.
Joint and mobility problems are common in dogs and can be caused by injuries, natural wear and tear, overloading, or genetic predisposition. When your dog struggles to climb stairs, jump in the car, or enjoy their daily walks, proper nutrition can make a real difference. This prescription diet provides targeted support through enriched omega-3 fatty acids including EPA, glucosamine, chondroitin sulphate, and clinically proven antioxidants that work together to support joint metabolism and help your dog move more comfortably.
Key Benefits
- Clinically Proven Mobility Improvement - Nutrition proven to help your dog walk, run and jump more easily in as little as 21 days, giving them back the freedom to enjoy activities they love.
- Maintains Joint Cartilage - Enriched with natural cartilage nutrients including glucosamine from crustacean hydrolysate and chondroitin sulphate (322mg/kg) from pork cartilage to help maintain healthy joint cartilage and support natural joint metabolism.
- High Omega-3 Content - Contains high levels of EPA and other omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil and linseeds that support optimum joint function and help reduce inflammation associated with osteoarthritis.
- Maintains Lean Muscle - High-quality protein including 10% chicken provides valuable animal proteins to support building and maintaining muscle mass, essential for dogs with joint issues who need strong muscles to support their joints.
- Supports Immune System - Features clinically proven antioxidants including vitamins E (600mg/kg) and C, beta-carotene, and natural mixed tocopherols that help protect cells from oxidative stress and strengthen natural defences.
- Added L-Carnitine - Helps support healthy metabolism and maintain ideal body weight, reducing stress on painful joints and improving overall mobility.
Ingredients
Primary Protein Sources: Chicken and turkey meal (10% chicken), soya bean meal, dried whole egg, protein hydrolysate - high-quality proteins for muscle maintenance
Carbohydrate Sources: Maize, wheat, brewer's rice - easily digestible energy sources
Key Active Ingredients:
- Fish oil - rich source of EPA and omega-3 fatty acids for joint health
- Linseeds - additional omega-3 fatty acids
- Crustacean hydrolysate - natural source of glucosamine
- Pork cartilage - source of chondroitin sulphate (322mg/kg)
- L-carnitine - supports metabolism and weight management
- Beta-carotene - powerful antioxidant
Complete Ingredients: Maize, wheat, brewer's rice, linseeds, soya bean meal, pea bran meal, chicken and turkey meal, protein hydrolysate, animal fats, fish oil, minerals, dried whole egg, vitamins, L-carnitine, crustacean hydrolysate (source of glucosamine), trace elements, pork cartilage (source of chondroitin sulphate), beta-carotene
Additives per kg: Vitamin A (9,757 IU), vitamin D3 (799 IU), vitamin E (600mg), vitamin C (90mg), beta-carotene (1.5mg), iron (73.3mg), iodine (1.1mg), copper (7.2mg), manganese (7.6mg), zinc (152mg), selenium (0.2mg), chondroitin sulphate (322mg). With natural antioxidants (mixed tocopherols).
| Nutritional Analysis | |
|---|---|
| Protein | 17.6 % |
| Fat | 14.7 % |
| Fibre | 5.3 % |
| Ash | 4.4 % |
| Calcium | 0.61 % |
| Phosphorus | 0.48 % |
| Magnesium | 0.15 % |
| Beta-Carotene | 1.5 mg/kg |
| Chondroitin Sulfate and Glucosamine | 323.0 mg/kg |
| Glucosamine | 608.0 mg/kg |
| Potassium | 0.71 % |
| L-Carnitine | 305.0 mg/kg |
| Sodium | 0.23 % |
| Omega-3 Fats | 3.3 % |
| Vitamin A | 9180.0 IE/kg |
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 90.0 mg/kg |
| Vitamin D3 | 705.0 IE/kg |
| Vitamin E (Tocopherol) | 600.0 mg/kg |
| DHA Fatty Acid | 0.39 mg |
Feeding Guide
This is a complete dietetic food for adult dogs. Always provide fresh drinking water alongside meals. These are recommendations only - your dog may need more or less food to maintain proper weight.
Feeding Tips:
- Adjust portions based on your dog's individual weight, activity level, and metabolism
- Dogs with joint issues should maintain ideal body weight to reduce joint stress
- Split daily amount into 2 meals for better digestion
- Consult feeding guide on packaging for specific weight-based recommendations
- Seek your vet's advice if you are unsure or if feeding to a puppy or very young dog
Transitioning to This Food: With your vet's approval, mix increasing amounts of Hill's j/d with decreasing amounts of old food over a 7-day period to help your dog's digestive system adjust smoothly.
| Dog's Weight | Serving in g/day |
|---|---|
| 2.5 kg | 50 - 70 g |
| 5 kg | 85 - 120 g |
| 10 kg | 145 - 205 g |
| 20 kg | 245 - 340 g |
| 30 kg | 335 - 460 g |
| 40 kg | 415 - 570 g |
| 50 kg+ | 11 g per kg bodyweight |
Mixed feeding
| Bodyweight | 370g Can | Dry food (g) |
|---|---|---|
| 2.5 kg | 1/4 | 30 g |
| 5 kg | 1/2 | 35 g |
| 10 kg | 1 | 40 g |
| 20 kg | 1 | 155 g |
| 30 kg | 2 | 125 g |
| 40 kg | 2 | 220 g |
| 50 kg+ | 2 | 7 g per kg bodyweight |
Important: This is a complete and balanced food that provides all the nutrition dogs need. Supplements are not necessary and can reduce the effectiveness of this food.
100% Flavour Guarantee: Hill's Prescription Diet products are made exclusively using high-quality ingredients with excellent flavour. Hill's is confident your dog will love it and offers a 100% flavour guarantee.
Who Should Use This Food
Suitable For: Adult dogs requiring joint support
Recommended For:
- Dogs with osteoarthritis
- Dogs with mild to moderate stages of heart disease (including asymptomatic)
- Dogs with advanced stages of heart disease (including ascites or oedema from heart failure)
- Dogs with heartworm disease
- Dogs with primary hypertension
Not Suitable For: Growing puppies, pregnant or nursing dogs
Important: Please seek your vet's advice before using this food or extending the feeding period. Regular vet check-ups are recommended while your dog is on this diet.
Understanding Joint Health in Dogs
Joint problems are common in dogs, especially as they grow older, gain weight, or stay very active. When the cartilage in their joints wears down, it leads to stiffness, pain, and reduced movement. This is known as osteoarthritis, a condition that can greatly affect a dog’s daily life.
Feeding the right nutrition early and consistently makes a huge difference. Hill’s dog food formulas like the hills jd dog food and hills jd mobility dog food are specially designed to support joint health with clinically proven ingredients. Omega-3 fatty acids help reduce inflammation, glucosamine and chondroitin protect cartilage, and antioxidants keep joints strong and healthy. With the right diet, your dog can move more freely and enjoy a better quality of life.
Why Choose Alifant ?
At Alifant , we understand how difficult it is to see your dog struggle with joint pain. That’s why we stock trusted Hill’s dog food UK veterinary diets like the Hill’s Prescription Diet j/d Joint Care. Recommended by vets across the UK, this diet helps dogs move more comfortably — with visible results in just 21 days.
We’re proud to bring you premium, vet-approved products that make a real difference in your dog’s life. With our fast UK delivery and 100% satisfaction guarantee, your pet can enjoy more playtime, longer walks, and a happier, pain-free life.
Order today from Alifant.com and help your furry friend rediscover the joy of movement.






