Hill's Science Diet Adult Hairball Control Cat Food 3.5 lb
- Item Weight: 3.5 pounds
- Package Size Name: 3.5 Pound
- Animal Food Diet Type: Veterinary Diet
- Target Species: Cat
Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A chicken-based dry food purpose-built around hairball control for adult cats, from a brand with a long track record in that niche.
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ASIN: B001VIYCK4Category: Dry Cat Food
Overview
Hill's Science Diet Adult 1-6 Hairball Control dry cat food in chicken flavor, sold as a 3.5 lb bag. Formulated for adult cats aged one to six years, with hairball control as its primary function.
Hill's markets this as a hairball-specific formula rather than a general maintenance diet, meaning the ingredient profile is built around reducing hairball formation alongside the usual coat and muscle support claims most adult cat foods carry. The chicken meat base and all-natural ingredient positioning place it in Hill's everyday Science Diet tier.
- 3.5 lb bag, 56 oz total
- Hairball control as primary formula purpose
- Chicken flavor, all-natural ingredients
- Adult 1-6 age range
Who it's for
Adult cats, one to six years old, that shed hairballs regularly and eat chicken without issue. Not the right fit for kittens, seniors outside that age bracket, or cats with a chicken allergy.
Pros and cons
- Targets hairballs specifically, not just general maintenance
- Chicken meat base with no listed artificial ingredients
- Sized for one cat over an extended period
- Only suits the 1-6 year adult age bracket
- Chicken allergen means it is not for chicken-sensitive cats
Performance notes
Hill's positions the formula's fiber and nutrient blend to help hair pass through the digestive tract rather than forming mats in the stomach, which is the mechanism behind most hairball-control cat foods. The listed benefits, skin and coat health and lean muscle support, are the standard secondary claims that accompany that core function. As a dry kibble it is meant for regular bowl feeding.
Specifications
| Brand | Hill's Science Diet |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.5 poundslower than 79% of 133 dry cat food |
| Package Size Name | 3.5 Pound |
| Dog Breed Size | Large |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Age Range Description | Adult 1-6 |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 3.5 pounds |
| Included Components | Cat Food |
| Other details | |
| Animal Food Diet Type | Veterinary Diet |
| Target Species | Cat |
| Pet Type | Cat |
| Allergen Information | Chicken Meat |
| Flavor | Chicken |
| Special Ingredients | All Natural |
| Item Form | Dry Food |
| Breed Recommendation | All Breed Sizes |
| Container Type | Bag |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Product Benefits | Helps prevent hairballs, promotes healthy skin and coat, and supports lean muscles. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Hairball control in cats |
| Specific Uses For Product | Hairball Control Support |
| Additional Features | Weight ManagementHair Ball Control |
| Occasion | Birthday |
| Asin | B001VIYCK4 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #2,192 In Pet Supplies (See Top 100 In Pet Supplies) #99 In Dry Cat Food |
| Manufacturer | Hill's Pet Nutrition |
| Item Type Name | Hairball Control, Cat Dry Food |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 7156 |
| Model Number | 7156 |
| Upc | 052742715605 |
| Customer Reviews | {'ratings_count': '4,892', 'stars': '4.6'} |
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Frequently asked questions
What age cat is this for?
Adults aged one to six years, per Hill's age range listing.
Does it help with hairballs?
Yes, hairball control is the formula's stated purpose.
What flavor is it?
Chicken, with chicken meat listed as the allergen source.