Delicious and Nutritious Homemade Kidney Diet for Dogs and Cats

🐟A fish-based diet is beneficial for pets with kidney disease as fish is high in nutrients and easy to digest.

🥦Adding vegetables like sweet potatoes and green beans provides a good source of fiber and B vitamins.

🥚Including ingredients like eggs and beef liver ensures a balanced intake of essential vitamins and minerals.

🌿Adding seaweed or kelp provides trace minerals and iodine, important for overall health.

🍚Millet can be included in the diet to provide carbohydrates and help lower the protein content.

Can I use a different type of fish instead of cod?

—Yes, you can use other types of fish like salmon or whitefish as long as they are low in phosphorus.

Is it necessary to grind the food for easier digestion?

—Grinding the food can be beneficial for pets with digestion issues, but you can also chop the ingredients finely for a similar effect.

Where can I find organ meats like beef liver?

—You can find organ meats in some grocery stores, but if not, you can order them online or ask a local butcher for availability.

Can I freeze the prepared food?

—Yes, you can store the prepared food in containers in the freezer for future use.

Is this diet suitable for pets without kidney disease?

—Yes, this recipe can be fed to pets without kidney disease as a nutritious and balanced meal.

00:01Introduction by Dr. Judy Morgan, a veterinarian specialized in homemade pet food.

00:13Overview of the common problem of kidney disease in dogs and cats.

00:32Explanation of the importance of a fish-based diet for pets with kidney disease.

01:46Demonstration of the preparation process, including adding cod, beef liver, oysters, vegetables, and eggs.

05:58Adding seaweed and eggshell calcium for essential trace minerals and calcium.

08:04Blending the cooked ingredients for easier digestion and serving consistency.

09:52Feeding the homemade kidney diet to a pet and discussing its benefits.

10:52Packaging the prepared food for storage and providing information on balancing diets and using supplements.