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Originally Posted by sadiesamie  I kinda thought that too which was why i introduced the wellness canned. I did check into the wellness ocean whitefish but it also listed the same amount of protein. maybe it was the same amount but dah...a different "type" I didn't know for sure. cottage cheese low fat or regular? what if i hardboiled eggs and just fed the white part-no yolks. tofu? hmmm... i will have to try that. even if for the moment until i can learn this homecooking thing or find a different food. they can at least have healthy treats. they are loving cauliflower- didnt' know if i should steam it first or not though? do you happen to know if she would benefit from omega 3 fish supplement bc i have been giving her that. and also what do you think about Glucosamine? I read somewhere that this is also good for the liver? (this is as we know a joint supplement) :-)
one of my dogs also was forming calcium oxalate crystals. sweet potato is high oxalate so i was told not to give to her with history of crystals. she is on potassium citrate to control them now. |
Yes, unless your vet tells you to reduce her protein, don't do it on your own. Protein is important for the proper nitrogen balance her liver needs. Too little protein can actually damage her liver. We had a member on another forum who worked with Dr. Center for years with her Maltese Mikey. His MVD became symptomatic pretty quickly, but Dr. Center always had her give him high quality protein, mostly tofu, cottage cheese and eggs.
Have you considered consulting a nutritionist? You've got quite a challenge feeding your dogs!