Not exact matches
A rule of thumb is that phosphate levels in food should be below 0.5 %
on a dry matter basis, but I believe the only
diets that are that low in phosphate are the
so - called
prescription diets, and they are too low in protein.
Unfortunately, dog food manufacturers aren't required to list sodium content
on their foods,
so unless you purchase a
prescription diet, you have to do extra research to find a suitable food for your dog.
Answer: There are other
prescription diets, made by different companies, that she may like - it will depend
on the type of stones she has though
so consult your veterinarian for the exact type of food she would need (Purina, Royal Canin, and Blue Buffalo probably have different flavor and texture options for her).
The dog food
prescription diet was born almost 70 years ago when a veterinarian named Mark Morris, Sr. decided to change a sick dog's
diet instead of prescribing medication.The patient had a form of kidney disease,
so Mr. Morris simply created a
diet that would go easy
on the dog's kidneys.
ï ¿ 1/2 In some cases some cats are
so sensitive that they will need to be
on urinary
prescription diets.
There is no cure for degenerative liver disease, but a
prescription diet reduces the strain
on the liver
so its remaining function lasts longer.
A medical assistant has the responsibility to educate the patients
on the subject of their
prescription medicines, individual
diets, nourishment, nutrition, proper food pattern and
so on.