[ArmaniMan]

Originally Posted by christiers

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But we are back on track now, however I want to incorporate a RAW diet, although from what I have seen....I may just homecook for Coco. The one thing I have been a little confused about is mixed opinions on chicken? I have seen that you can use it and then that it shoudn't be used.

I briefly considered RAW but my vet really thought this was a bad idea for an MVD dog, homecooking however is fine but like others said should be formulated by a nutritionist. Most dogs with mild MVD do fine with chicken or a fish like cod, personally I wasnt comfortable doing a vegetarian diet with mine as they are very young (1 and 2)


Also, we tried the special diet treats from the vet....she wouldn't eat them. Nor would Pickles and she eats anything. One thing that I have been giving her and i THINK it is ok, should probably ask my vet....Coconut and Pumpkin Crunchers which has crude protein of 10%, Zuke's Mini Bakes containing crude protein of 11%, and Zuke's Hip Action containing 10% crude protein. Funny thing, while just checking all these treats, I checked the Hill's Prescription Treats and it is 13% crude protein. So I guess the others are good!


You dont need special treats formulated for liver disease. Just stick with sweet potato, veggie, fruit, or peanut butter treats. Mine love sweet potato chews and dehydrated bananas I buy from a member here.

I am still a bit overwhelmed by this all. But so very thankful to hear from others and to be learning how managable this can be. Thank you all!


It is a bit overwhelming at first, but once you start doing everything and reading the lists of what they can and cant have it really does become like second nature. I can scan a food label in a couple of seconds now and know whether my babies can eat it where before it took me hours in the pet store... just keep asking questions when you have them!

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