Low Protein for old Pom mix

[Sarayu14]

I have just found out that my 15 year old Pom mix is in Kidney failure, the vet
has recommended a low protein food for him (we are doing the sub-q fluids here
at home) we bought some of the Medi-Cal low protein canned food from the vet and he likes it for now but I know that won't last, I am just wondering if you could give me some ideas for a low protein homemade diet for him. If not the vet does have some recipes in the office that she can copy for me (she is also a raw feeder so that helps)

Thank you in advance


Pam

[SamWu1]

I have just found out that my 15 year old Pom mix is in Kidney failure, the vet
has recommended a low protein food for him (we are doing the sub-q fluids here
at home) we bought some of the Medi-Cal low protein canned food from the vet and he likes it for now but I know that won't last, I am just wondering if you could give me some ideas for a low protein homemade diet for him. If not the vet does have some recipes in the office that she can copy for me (she is also a raw feeder so that helps)

Thank you in advance


Pam

Raw is definitely the way to go. Lew Olson has a book called "Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs" that has a host of recipes for dogs suffering with kidney problems that I'm sure you'll find helpful. Amazon.com: Raw and Natural Nutrition for Dogs: The Definitive Guide to Homemade Meals (9781556439032): Lew Olson: Books

Good luck.

[DaneMama]

Raw meats are actually lower in protein than most commercially made foods. Depending on the meats they contain anywhere from 18-26% protein. Not to mention the proteins in raw meats are appropriate and bioavailable to your dog more so than kibble.

I hope you find something that works for your little guy, don't hesitate to ask any and all questions!

[SuriLove]

Sorry to hear this about your pom.

I feed my 2 poms raw - I know small breeds can be a bit finicky - I know one of mine is. They love turkey, chicken and pork sometimes I sear their organs if they get a bit blah on them. I do trim down their foods a bit but I don't for my larger breeds. Maybe this will work for yours. Are you doing supplements of any kind?

Hopefully you find a mix to help out.