Homemade Dog Food for Calcium Oxalate Stones

Calcium oxalate stones are small, rock-like accretions that occur in the kidneys; they're often referred to as kidney stones. Just like humans, dogs can develop such stones. Although stones that are already present must be removed surgically, there are ways of preventing further stones by feeding your dog a carefully balanced, homemade diet.

  1. Safe Foods for Dogs with Stones

    • Veterinarian Wendy C. Brooks says safe foods for dogs prone to developing calcium oxalate stones include plain chicken and turkey, rice, eggs, peas, pasta, white potatoes, cabbage, bananas, melon, squash (including pumpkin) and cauliflower. You can combine these ingredients in many ways to create a nutritious diet for your dog. Each meal should contain 30 percent protein, 20 percent carbohydrates and 50 percent vegetables.

    Typical Recipe

    • A typical recipe to achieve the recommend balance would be 1 cup boiled poultry, chopped; ½ cup cooked brown rice; ½ cup boiled mixed vegetables; and 3 to 4 tablespoons unsalted chicken broth, to give your dog some additional liquids. These elements can be cooked together or combined after cooking; you can serve the food warm or cool to your dog. This recipe makes approximately 2 cups of food.

    Making Food in Batches

    • You can make large batches of homemade dog food. Simply multiply the ingredients for the recipe by the amount of food you want to make (as measured in cups) and store the food in the refrigerator until you are ready to feed it to your dog.

    Water and Broth

    • Make sure your dog's diet also includes plenty of water. Keep your pet's water bowl fresh and filled at all times. If she does not drink much water, try giving her small portions of unsalted chicken or turkey broth---she may prefer the taste. Pour about ½ cup of broth at a time into a clean bowl.