Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites Dry Dog Food — Chicken & Brown Rice, Small Kibble with ActivBiome+ Prebiotics

Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites Chicken & Brown Rice is a nutritionally balanced dry puppy food with small kibble, designed to support growth, digestion, brain and eye development, and immune health for developing dogs.

Made for puppies with smaller mouths and higher energy needs, this recipe combines real chicken with wholesome brown rice and a targeted nutrient profile. It includes a new blend of prebiotic fibers called ActivBiome+ to help maintain digestive balance while delivering proteins, DHA, antioxidants and balanced minerals that contribute to healthy development. Crafted in the USA using selected global ingredients, the formula aims to give puppies a solid foundation as they grow.

How does this food support healthy digestion?

The recipe includes ActivBiome+ prebiotic fibers formulated to nurture the gut microbiome and promote consistent digestion. Ingredients are selected for digestibility to help puppies absorb the nutrients they need for growth while minimizing gastrointestinal upset.

• ActivBiome+ prebiotic fiber blend to support natural gut microbes
• Highly digestible proteins for efficient nutrient uptake
• Consistent kibble size to reduce overeating and aid digestion

What nutrients help my puppy grow strong bones and muscles?

This food supplies balanced minerals and quality proteins to support skeletal growth and muscle development during the critical puppy months. Calcium and phosphorus ratios are adjusted for growing bones, while concentrated proteins provide amino acids needed for healthy muscle tissue.

• Balanced minerals to support bone and tooth development
• High-quality chicken protein to build and maintain lean muscle
• Formulated calorie density to match puppy energy requirements

Will this recipe help brain and immune system development?

The formula includes DHA from fish oil and a blend of antioxidants to assist in cognitive and visual development and to support immune function. These components work alongside wholesome ingredients to provide targeted nutrition during early life stages.

• DHA from fish oil for brain and eye development
• Antioxidant complex to support developing immune defenses
• Natural ingredients chosen for nutrient-rich profiles

Why choose small kibble size and what are the feeding considerations?

Small bites are easier for tiny mouths to pick up and chew, helping puppies eat comfortably and digest food more efficiently. Use the feeding guidelines on the bag as a starting point, adjust portions by activity level and watch body condition to keep your puppy on a healthy growth trajectory.

• Smaller kibble size suited to small breed puppies
• Feed according to weight and activity; monitor growth regularly
• Transition gradually over 7–10 days to avoid digestive upset

Who is this for: Hill's Science Diet Puppy Small Bites Chicken & Brown Rice is intended for small breed puppies and any young dog that prefers bite-sized kibble and needs a balanced growth formula. It’s a good choice for owners seeking a veterinarian-recommended brand with a focus on digestibility, brain and eye nutrients, and balanced minerals for developing bones. If your puppy has specialized dietary needs or persistent digestive issues, consult your veterinarian to ensure this formula is the best match.

Ingredients

Chicken, Brown Rice, Whole Grain Wheat, Chicken Meal, Chicken Fat, Whole Grain Corn, Whole Grain Oats, Pea Protein, Soybean Meal, Hydrolyzed Chicken Flavor, Ground Pecan Shells, Dicalcium Phosphate, Lactic Acid, Pork Liver Flavor, Soybean Oil, Iodized Salt, Flaxseed, Dried Beet Pulp, Dried Citrus Pulp, Potassium Chloride, Fish Oil, Choline Chloride, Pressed Cranberries, vitamins (Vitamin E Supplement, L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), Niacin Supplement, Thiamine Mononitrate, Vitamin A Supplement, Calcium Pantothenate, Riboflavin Supplement, Biotin, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride, Folic Acid, Vitamin D3 Supplement), L-Threonine, DL-Methionine, minerals (Ferrous Sulfate, Zinc Oxide, Copper Sulfate, Manganous Oxide, Calcium Iodate, Sodium Selenite), Taurine, Mixed Tocopherols for freshness, Natural Flavors, L-Tryptophan, Beta-Carotene.