Canine kidney failure is a problem often seen in aging pets. If your dog suffers from kidney failure, dietary changes combined with vitamin or herbal supplements, can help reduce the progression of kidney failure.
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Diet
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Feed your dog a low protein, low phosphorous, dog food. According to The Dog Health Guide, a diet low in phosphorous and protein will help slow the progression of kidney failure and increase your pet's chances for survival.
Omega-3
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Omega-3 and other fatty acids should be added to your dog's diet to help slow progression of kidney disease. Omega-3's contain anti-inflammatory properties which reduce inflammation in the kidneys.
Herbs
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Natural herbs such as burdock, dandelion and cleaver can help support the urinary system and improve kidney function. These herbs also provide the dog with vitamin D which aides in calcium absorption.
Calcitrol
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Failing kidneys cannot absorb calcium from food. Calcitrol supplements help your dog absorb calcium without negatively affecting her appetite, and, it reduces kidney failure.
Vitamin D
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A healthy kidney produces vitamin D to absorb calcium. When your dog's kidneys are failing, offer her a vitamin D supplement to help her absorb the calcium she needs.
Tip
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It is important to keep your dog well hydrated to flush her kidneys of toxins and promote overall kidney health and function.
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