There's no medical reason for a dog with kidney disease to need a grain-free diet. In fact, many dog foods for kidney disease are quite high in grains, as they need to be low in protein. Grains are not particularly high in sodium, so they are sometimes a good choice for dogs with kidney disease.
Does grain free dog food cause kidney problems?
Effects on the Kidneys "[The kidneys] can be affected by high protein with a low or a grain-free diet, which can cause azotemia (elevation of nitrogen-containing compounds in the blood) or uremia (inability of the kidneys to remove wastes from the blood)," says Souliere.
What should dogs eat with kidney disease?
These diets are formulated to help dogs with CKD avoid metabolic acidosis and are available from your veterinarian. Examples include Hill's® Prescription Diet® k/d®, Royal Canin® Veterinary Diet Canine Renal Support, Purina® ProPlan® Veterinary Diet NF Kidney Function®, and Rayne Clinical Nutrition™ Adult Health-RSS™.
What foods help repair kidneys in dogs?
For dogs with renal health issues, feed them a diet of high-quality protein with low phosphorus and sodium, and added omega-3 fatty acids, such as a mix of good quality meat, veggies like bell peppers, and either a supplement of omega-3's or fish, flax, sardines, or anchovies.
What foods should dogs with kidney failure avoid?
High salt (sodium) diets may increase blood pressure and may worsen kidney damage, so diets designed for pets with kidney disease are low in sodium. You should also avoid feeding high salt treats such as cheese, bread, deli meat, and many commercial dog and cat treats.
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