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Originally Posted by linda44  As some of you know, Toby Tyler had 7 big bladder stones, and had to have them removed. Dr. wants to put him on KD dog food. Heres my problem.
One he is the pickiest eater in America, and two, I googled and read almost a days worth of info about dog food for dogs with bladder stones. What I learned was dog food has to have a good protein source, low phosphates, and ingredients like cranberrys and antitoxins. After doing the comparison, I believe the origen in much better and has more nutrients. Doc said ok for two or three months then we do another urinaylisis and if there are krystals forming we have no choice but to put him on KD.
So anyone have experience with this? Whats your take? Appreciate any input. |
I would not use Orijen, Honest Kitchen, or any of those foods for this dog. Adding supplements and/or foods to acidify the bladder environment can help with struvites but the problem is that the bladder then becomes conducive to forming oxalate stones. If your vet is saying the dog needs K/D and you don't want to do that, I would consult with a nutritionist -- a board certified veterinary nutritionist and not an armchair, layperson, or other self-proclaimed nutritional pundit -- and I'd get advice there.