First of all it is not just the protein in dog food that is the problem with stones. There are many other factors.
The type of stones will determine the type of food needed to prevent them.
I have a pup who had stones twice...once with his previous owner and once since he came to me. After his surgery, he was put on Royal Canin Urinary SO and for two years has been fine!
Don't believe that Hill's Science Prescription Diet are bad foods. I have had many pups over the years on different prescription diets...both Hill's and Purina and I will say that those foods extended their lives. Hills spends a lot of money researching and is not a bad company!
Certainly you can do a consult with a vet nutritionist for a home cooked diet. Not something I would do but I know people who do. It is a big commitment! The only time I have done home cooking is when there was not a prescription food that would work for a pup.....ex: I had a pup with renal and pancreatic problems...for him I home cooked! |