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dogs with healthy kidneys, keep an eye out for a significant increase in thirst, increased urination, and a sudden onset of vomiting.
To put your mind at ease, a study in the American Journal of Kidney Diseases stated there are «no clear renal - related contraindications to high - protein diets in
individuals with healthy kidney function.»
For instance, researchers have found that geriatric dogs
with healthy kidneys maintain better on a higher amount of protein than is commonly found in «maintenance» foods.
Although some have suggested that low protein diets might have a protective benefit for
animals with healthy kidneys, scientific research does not support this belief
However, Dr. Stuart Phillips from McMaster University and world expert on protein metabolism has repeatedly stated that in
individuals with healthy kidneys, there is absolutely no negative impact when following a high protein diet.