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Originally Posted by extazzz  So you think I should NOT be giving him high protein foods? The vet said his body was NOT absorbing the Protein. Am confused!! |
I am not a vet so I am not going to advise you to go against her recommendations. I just wanted to let you know if he does have a shunt, the high protein food will make him very sick. The ammonia from the protein will build up to toxic levels because the liver can't process it properly. If he starts acting sicker, please stop the food and contact your vet asap.
This is what the U of T website says about diet for dogs with a shunt:
Diet: Because many of the toxins produced in the intestines come from protein, it is important to reduce the amount of protein in the diet. Dog food for adults and puppies usually contains 25% and 29% protein, respectively, and may have meat byproducts. Dogs with shunts need high quality proteins made from milk or vegetable, and are restricted to a protein content of 18% or less (on a dry matter basis). The diets should be easily digestible, rich in antioxidants and vitamins, and low in copper and iron.
Portosystemic Shunts FAQ