Collection: For dogs suffering from Liver Disease
Causes: Chronic: Genetics, Infections, Toxins, Idiopathic Hepatitis.
Acute: Toxins, Hepatic Lipidosis (Fatty Liver disease), Heat Stroke, Infections
Symptoms: Loss of Appetite, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Increased thirst and Urination, Lethargy, Jaundice, and seizures
Tests to diagnose: Blood and Urine tests, Abdominal x-rays, Abdominal Ultrasound, Biopsy
Organs affected: Liver
Recommended raw food balance: Less red meat - more poultry. Less fatty meats (such as Lamb & duck). Good options are chicken, turkey, tripe, venison, rabbit, other game meats, eggs, whitefish. Avoid meats high in copper (pork, lamb, and duck) - NO SALT!
Additional supplements to consider: Milk Thistle (antioxidant), Kefir (probiotic), Apple cider Vinegar (cleanser)