Could you post the bile acids test results and blood panel results when you get them? Since Ladymom gave you that thread there is no use in retyping the diagnosis protocol.
As for diet and the L/D issues, there is another prescription food that is used. It is called Royal Canin Hepatic LS 14. It is in kibble form and probably about $3 a pound. It made my Yorkie very itchy though, so if you try it, you might want to only buy a small amount at first to see if the same thing will happen to your poodle... Moisture is very important for liver compromised dogs, so when feeding kibble it is a good idea to add equal parts water to make sure they are consumer enough. So if you feed 1/4 cup kibble, it wouldn't hurt to ate 1/4 cup water. To reduce the stress on the liver, these dogs should be fed several small meals a day instead of 1 or 2 larger ones. Three times a day may be okay but 4-6 is even better.
Is this pup having any symptoms?
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