{"product_id":"hills-prescription-diet-metabolic-weight-management-chicken-flavor-dry-cat-food","title":"Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic Weight Management Chicken Flavor Dry Cat Food - US 7310","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/hardypaw.com\/cdn\/shop\/files\/rx-map.webp\" alt=\"Rx Map\" border=\"0\" data-original=\"https:\/\/shopify-images-bucket.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com\/rx-map.jpg\" data-files=\"rx-map.jpg\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClinically Proven Metabolic Weight Management Food for Overweight Adult Cats\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHill's Prescription Diet Metabolic Weight Management Chicken Flavor Dry Cat Food is clinically proven prescription nutrition designed to help overweight cats lose weight and maintain it by naturally waking up their metabolism. Rather than simply cutting calories, it triggers the cat's own fat-burning ability to stop weight from coming back. A proprietary fiber blend helps cats stay satisfied between meals, keeping hunger and food-seeking behavior in check. In a clinical study, 88% of pets lost weight at home in just 2 months. This formula also creates a urinary environment that cuts down the risk of struvite and calcium oxalate crystal formation, covering both weight management and urinary health in one food.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClinically Proven:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e In clinical studies, 88% of cats fed Metabolic nutrition lost weight at home within 2 months, making it one of the most evidence-supported feline weight loss diets available.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eActivates Metabolism: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInstead of just cutting calories, this formula wakes up your cat's natural fat-burning metabolism, helping them shed weight more effectively and naturally.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents Weight Regain: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Metabolic formula works alongside the cat's metabolism to break the common cycle of weight coming back after initial loss, supporting healthy long-term weight maintenance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps Cats Feeling Full Between Meals:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e A unique blend of dietary fibers helps promote satiety and reduces food-seeking behavior and hunger between feedings, making the weight loss process more comfortable.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Urinary Crystal Prevention:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This formula features S+OXSHIELD technology, which supports a urinary environment that lowers the risk of both struvite and calcium oxalate crystal formation at the same time.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps Cats Playful and Active:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e By stimulating fat metabolism and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/senior-cat-food\" title=\"Senior cat food: best wet \u0026amp; dry food for older cats | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Senior cat food: best wet \u0026amp; dry food for older cats | hardypaw\"\u003esupporting lean muscle\u003c\/a\u003e, this food helps maintain energy, playfulness, and activity levels even during active weight loss.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComplete and Balanced for Lifelong Feeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This food is AAFCO substantiated for adult cat maintenance and provides complete, balanced daily nutrition across both the weight loss and maintenance phases.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUS Veterinarians' No. 1 Recommended Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Hill's Prescription Diet is recommended by more US veterinarians than any other therapeutic pet food brand, backed by decades of nutritional science and clinical research.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eChicken By-Product Meal, Brewers Rice, Corn Gluten Meal, Powdered Cellulose, Dried Tomato Pomace, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Chicken Liver Flavor, Coconut Oil, Pork Fat, Lactic Acid, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Sulfate, L-Lysine, Choline Chloride, Carrots, DL-Methionine, Vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Calcium Pantothenate, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Vitamin A Supplement, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), Taurine, L-Carnitine, Minerals (Manganese Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, Beta-Carotene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGuaranteed Analysis\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ctable style=\"width: 37.4013%; height: 235px;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNutrient\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eValue\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eProtein\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 33.0%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFat\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 10.0%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCrude Fiber\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMax. 10.0%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCalcium\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 0.60%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePhosphorus\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 0.50%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTaurine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 0.10%\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVitamin C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 115 ppm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr style=\"height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 44.4613%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eVitamin E\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"width: 55.2616%; height: 35.5966px;\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMin. 540 IU\/kg\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeterinary Prescription Required:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This is a prescription therapeutic diet that requires a valid veterinary prescription; only feed under veterinary supervision and guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeed Exclusively for Best Results:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e For maximum weight loss benefit, feed Metabolic exclusively as your cat's sole diet; dry and wet Metabolic formulas can be combined as directed by your veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTransition Gradually:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e When introducing Metabolic for the first time, gradually mix more of the new food with less of the old food over 7 days to help avoid digestive upset.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsk Your Vet for Specific Daily Amounts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Daily feeding recommendations on the packaging are a starting guide only; your veterinarian will advise on the correct daily amount based on your cat's current weight, target weight, and body condition.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdjust Portions to Track Weight Progress:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Monitor your cat's weight regularly and adjust feeding amounts as needed throughout the weight loss phase; consult your vet before making any changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Fresh Water Available at All Times:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Always provide clean, fresh water alongside the food to support hydration, digestion, and urinary health during the weight management process.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular Vet Checkups Are Recommended:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Schedule regular veterinary visits throughout the weight loss program to monitor your cat's health, body condition, and adjust the feeding plan as needed.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDisclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This dosage information is provided by the manufacturer. Always consult your veterinarian before feeding or adjusting any prescription diet for your pet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFor Overweight or Obese Adult Cats Only:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This food is made for overweight or obese adult cats. Do not feed it to kittens, pregnant cats, or cats already at a healthy weight without first consulting your vet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo Not Feed to Other Pets:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Only feed this prescription food to the cat for whom it has been specifically prescribed; do not offer it to other cats or dogs in the household without veterinary authorization.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimit Treats and Additional Foods:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Feeding extra treats or non-Metabolic foods alongside this prescription diet can undermine the intended caloric and metabolic management goals; minimize additional food unless specifically approved by your vet.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor Weight Loss Rate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Cats should not lose weight too rapidly; if your cat is losing more than the recommended amount per week, consult your veterinarian to adjust portions, as rapid weight loss can cause serious health issues.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeep Packaging Out of Reach:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e To prevent suffocation, always keep the food bag and packaging out of reach of cats and children.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePossible Side Effects\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigestive Adjustment Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Some cats may experience temporary stool changes or mild digestive upset during the initial dietary transition period.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIncreased Food-Seeking Behavior:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Overweight cats transitioning to a calorie-controlled diet may initially show increased hunger or food-seeking behavior between meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRapid Weight Loss Risk:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Losing weight too quickly can cause serious health complications; contact your vet if your cat's weight drops faster than recommended.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduced Appetite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Some cats may temporarily show reduced interest in eating when first introduced to this new prescription diet formula.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore in a Cool, Dry Place:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Properly seal the bag and Always keep the bag sealed and pick a cool, dry storage spot that stays away from sunlight, moisture, and heat to protect the food's freshness and nutrition.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContains Mixed Tocopherols for Freshness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e This food is naturally preserved with mixed tocopherols to help maintain quality and freshness after the bag is opened.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReseal After Each Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Always reseal the bag tightly after each feeding to protect the food from air, moisture, and pests between servings.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping \u0026amp; Return\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe offer ground, express, and priority delivery; see our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\" title=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Shipping policy | hardypaw\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eshipping policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/policies\/refund-policy\" title=\"Refund policy\" aria-label=\"Refund policy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003erefund policy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrescription items are NON-RETURNABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: How does Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic help cats lose weight differently than a regular low-calorie food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Unlike conventional low-calorie diets that simply restrict food intake, Metabolic is formulated to activate a cat's natural fat-burning metabolism, making the body more efficient at burning stored fat. Its proprietary fiber blend also promotes satiety, reduces hunger, and helps prevent weight regain after loss — addressing the metabolic root cause of obesity rather than just limiting calories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: How quickly can my overweight cat lose weight on Hill's Metabolic food?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Clinical studies showed that 88% of pets fed Metabolic nutrition lost weight at home within 2 months. However, results can vary depending on your cat's starting weight, activity level, and how closely the diet is followed. Your vet can set a specific weight loss goal and timeline suited to your cat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: Can I combine the Metabolic dry food with the Metabolic wet food for my cat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Yes, Hill's recommends feeding only Metabolic-formula foods, and the dry and wet varieties can be combined or fed together. Mixing both formats can boost palatability and encourage your cat to drink more water, which benefits overweight cats. Check with your vet for the right daily combination and portion sizes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Does Hill's Metabolic cat food also help with urinary health?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Yes. Along with weight management, this formula features Hill's S+OXSHIELD technology, which supports a urinary environment that lowers the risk of both struvite and calcium oxalate crystal formation. This makes it especially helpful for cats that struggle with both weight issues and urinary problems.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: Do I need a prescription to purchase Hill's Prescription Diet Metabolic for my cat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAns:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e Yes. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/hills-prescription-diet\" title=\"Hill’s prescription diet | hardypaw\" aria-label=\"Hill’s prescription diet | hardypaw\"\u003eHill's Prescription Diet\u003c\/a\u003e Metabolic is a therapeutic food that requires a valid vet prescription or authorization before purchase. 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