Canine Kidney Disease Diet

According to a recent study performed by Iams and leading universities, restricting or excluding protein from a dog's diet may be harmful, even for the dog with kidney disease. The study was performed on test dogs and concludes that moderate levels of protein does not have a negative effect on dogs with canine renal/kidney disease, but actually helpful to help them increases energy levels and maintain muscle mass, helping the dog to maintain his health. The study also concluded that humans and dogs have similar reactions to fermentable fiber, a liquid used in humans for kidney dialysis.

Canine Diet

Although you can get a special prescription canine kidney diet which is low protein foods that do not stress the dog's kidneys. it is always nice to have a home cooked meal. To prepare home the home cooked diet for your canine,, make a dish of white rice, cooked ground beef, one boiled egg, white bread, vegetable oil and calcium carbonate. You should combine approximate 8.5 ounces of the rice, one egg, 2.75 of the ground beef, 1.5 ounce of the bread, one teaspoon of the vegetable oil and two teaspoons of the calcium carbonate. For a variety you could use parsley, ground chicken, potatoes, chicken fat, parsnips, cooked kidney beans, and cottage cheese. Never use organ meats or liver. Be sure to feed you dog regularly. Also, with kidney problems, a dog should always have an adequate water supply.

Dietery Supplement

High blood pressure effects the canine's kidney by deteriorating them. The blood pressure can be slowed down by lowering the blood pressure, .slowing the progress of the dog's renal disease and decreasing the potential for canine kidney failure Omega-3 and 6 fatty acids that are found in fish oil and flax help to decrease blood pressure in canine kidneys. The optimal balance is five Omeng-6s to one Omega-3, Coenzyme Q-10, Vitamin E, Vitamin B complex., iron and Vitamin C. Consult with your veterinarian for the proper does. Exercise is also important and you should engage in light exercise with your dog.

Before embarking on any changes to your pet's diet, consult with your veterinarian. Also, be certain that you have a vet that has experience and up to date knowledge of kidney disease in dogs.