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Old 03-30-2013, 02:32 PM   #19
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Originally Posted by Scoobstersmom View Post
Just watch the amount of protein. It's my understanding that shunt dogs need low protein diet. You can still use the Dodd's diet, just make sure you stick to the recommended amount of protein. My dog does not have a shunt. My vet wants him to have a decent amount of the good proteins like fish, chicken breast, etc. and he's not a big veggie eater!

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It's not just the amount of protein but the type of protein that matters to shunt and MVD dogs. And it's not necessarily low protein. My dog eats 16% protein and that's not nearly as low as some products or diets on the market.
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