Hill's Science Diet Adult Light is a reduced-calorie wet food for adult dogs aged 1 to 6 who are prone to weight gain or need to shed a few kilos without feeling short-changed at dinner. It comes in 370g cans and suits all breed sizes, either as a complete meal or mixed through dry kibble to make weight-management feeding more appealing.

The recipe is built around quality protein to preserve lean muscle while calories are pulled back, with added fibre to help dogs feel full between meals. Omega-6 fatty acids and vitamin E support skin condition and coat shine — often the first things to suffer when a dog is put on a restricted diet. Formulated by Hill's nutritionists and vets to meet AAFCO adult maintenance standards.

Owners choose it when a vet has flagged their dog's body condition score, or when a food-motivated dog on dry-only weight kibble is losing interest at mealtimes. The wet format adds moisture and palatability, which makes portion control noticeably easier to stick to.