When putting together a homemade kidney diet for dogs, it's best to avoid large amounts of red meat, cheese, peas, beans, and fish, which areall high in phosphorus. Instead, opt for lean proteins that are easy for your dog to digest, like eggs, chicken, tripe, or turkey. Within th...
Liver and kidney should make up around 5 percent of the total diet (I used to advise as much as 10 percent, but I think 5 percent is better). It’s best to feed small amounts daily or every other day, rather than large amounts at one time. Because these organs are so nutrient-de...
While kidney damage is irreversible, this diet can help lessen the extent of kidney disease over time. It features controlled levels of phosphorus, sodium, and protein. Pros: Includes essential amino acids Made to support a dog’s appetite and increase food consumption ...
If you’re already feeding a pre-packaged raw diet, then you know the benefits of feeding raw, fresh whole foods. Now you can take it to the next level and make your own homemade dog food. Here are the positives when you make your own dog food: Control over ingredient quality Easy t...
Every day I’m asked why we boast that Doc’s Stew is made in a USDA kitchen and what makes it so different from every other pet food on the market today. The real answer is shocking, but for the sake of your pets, their health and your pocket book, you really need to know about...
A new market recently sprouted up within the dog food industry to help owners feed their dogs a “homemade” diet without worrying about creating a balanced meal. This market was once dominated byFreshPet, which stocks grocery stores with cold fresh dog food. But newFresh dog food delivery se...
Protein sources (e.g. meat, eggs, dairy products) should make up at least half of the diet, and preferably more.Meat should include both muscle meat (such as lamb, beef, chicken, turkey, pork) as well as organ meats (e.g. kidney, liver, heart). Because organ meats are nutrient-...
5. Supplement:Sprinkle 1/4 tsp to your dog's homemade meals. *** As always, seek advice from your Veterinarian before adding any supplements or changing your dog's diet. "Knowledge Share"...If you found this page onDog Food Nutritionhelpful and informative, please share it with your dog...
Does your pup have an allergy, or does he need an extra high-protein diet to support his activity? Cooking your own food makes it easy to give him exactly what he needs. Plus, there’s a good chance that your dog will just love mealtime more. When I started feeding homemade food to...
If you can home cook for your dog, so much the better! Fresh ingredients (as opposed to processed food like kibbles) are wholesome and contain a lot more nutrients and enzymes, and are easier to be digested. As a general rule of thumb, a Cushing's diet for dogs should be high in ...