Dietary Recommendations for Dogs with Kidney Disease

Causes

• Chronic: Unknown
• Acute:
  • Pre-Renal: No direct damage to kidneys
  • Renal: Direct damage to kidneys
  • Post-Renal: Blockage of urine outflow

Symptoms

• Increased thirst and urination
• Anemia
• Lethargy

Organs Affected

Kidneys

Diagnostic Tests

Pathology tests will show increased Urea and BUN levels, indicating potential blood toxicity.

Recommended Raw Food Balance

Low phosphorous diet with "cooling" meats like turkey and chicken. Avoid kibble due to heat processing and added toxins.

Additional Supplements

• Fish Oil (Omega-3)
• Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
• Dark green leafy vegetables (lower nitrogen and BUN)
• Possible phosphate binder