Our homemade recipe for renal and liver failure (1) Fresh meat – preferably raw kangaroo meat, due to its high nutrient profile, and low fat content. It is free range /organic, and affordable. Try and get preservative free. Avoid chicken mince and beef mince if possible.
It is a must! Kidney is fantastic organ meat for dogs with kidney disease.
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.
You should also avoid feeding high salt treats such as cheese, bread, deli meat, and many commercial dog and cat treats.
Processed meats can be high in sodium and phosphorus, which aren't good for people with kidney disease. When you go grocery shopping, choose lean cuts of fresh meat, chicken or fish for broiling. This will give you the high-quality protein that is necessary on a CKD non-dialysis diet or dialysis diet.
Some good protein options include: Skinless chicken or turkey. Fish or seafood. Lean beef like sirloin or tenderloin.
For example, processed meats such as bacon, sausage, and ham are the worst for your kidneys because they contain high levels of sodium. Red meat such as beef, pork, and lamb is also bad for your kidneys, but to a lesser extent than processed meats.
Dogs suffering from renal disease may benefit more when fed red meat as they have lower phosphorus levels. Chicken, turkey, pork, and seafood have high phosphorus levels, therefore may not be beneficial for pets with kidney problems.
Supplement your dog's vitamin intake with pet-safe fresh produce; carrots, green beans and broccoli are some of the best vegetables for dogs with kidney disease.
Prioritize hydration and circulation. Eating: Providing proper fluid and electrolyte balance is key to supporting the health of the kidneys. In most cases, hydration can be improved with moisture-appropriate fresh foods and broths.
For example, diets for kidney disease must be lower in phosphorus. White rice, and especially the glutinous variety is extremely low in this mineral (and a great source of manganese) which allows some diets to include small amounts of other foods which would be impossible otherwise.
You can offer your dog such tempting foods as egg whites, small amounts of lean chicken, beef, or fish, cottage and ricotta cheeses, or hard-boiled eggs. Your veterinarian will most likely advise a diet lower in protein since a low-protein diet puts less of a stress on the kidneys.
For dogs with kidney failure, this protein should be fed in moderation and with care as the yolk has high amounts of phosphorus. Unless your vet tells you that an occasional egg is okay to feed your dog, it is best to avoid giving eggs to dogs with kidney disease, to be on the safe side.
White rice is lower in phosphorus than brown rice and cream of wheat, cream of rice, malt-o-meal and tapioca are low phosphorus alternatives. Try adding butter, meat juices or fat to add flavor and for calories or also cooking in broth or gravy rather than water. (sodium free if dog has high blood pressure).
All types of meat protein are great but generally leaner meats with greater nutrients like kangaroo and salmon are slightly preferable and a small proportion of organ meat is a great nutritional boost.
Avoid foods notoriously high in phosphorus and protein: most meats, jerky treats, bully sticks, rawhides, pig ears, antlers and real bones. To stimulate dogs' appetites, you can add sweet items like maple syrup or honey – make sure to incorporate these calories into treat allowances.
Increased Omega-3 Fatty Acids for Dogs with Kidney Disease
Foods with higher levels of omega-3 often contain salmon and other fish which many dogs enjoy, or your pup's food can be supplemented with fish oil, or flaxseed oil.
Avoid foods that have more than 300mg sodium per serving (or 600mg for a complete frozen dinner). Avoid foods that have salt in the first four or five items in the ingredient list. Don't eat ham, bacon, sausage, hot dogs, lunch meats, chicken tenders or nuggets, or regular canned soup.
Low-sodium, kidney-friendly fruits and vegetables
It's recommended to stick to whole fruits that are kidney-friendly, such as apples, berries, peaches and pears. Fresh or frozen vegetables without added salt are good choices for a kidney diet. If you use canned vegetables, look for low- or no-salt versions.