Nutrition

Many dogs are prescribed low-protein diets to alleviate kidney workload, help with gastrointestinal issues or kidney disease. However, protein is vital to a dog's health and there is dog food that is low in protein, and dog food with really low protein.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) allows waste products and toxins to build up in the body as kidney function decreases. Diet can help mitigate symptoms and slow the progression of the disease.

Although butter is not toxic to dogs, it can make them sick if they ingest large amounts.

There are many foods that are toxic to dogs. Watch what your dog eats, and if you’re not sure and see signs of poisoning, get to a veterinarian immediately or call a poison control center.

Oat milk can be good for dogs. It’s a lactose-free dairy alternative for humans that dogs also can enjoy, but in moderation.

If your dog is too thin, adding calories is the obvious solution. Calories can come from different ingredients, but their sources can be broken down into three main categories: proteins, fats, and carbohydrates.

Most spices and seasonings will not harm your dog, provided he doesn’t eat too much of them. Eating a handful of salt could lead to sodium poisoning, but eating a couple potato chips isn’t likely to cause a problem.

The benefits of a lick mat for a dog include slowing his eating and controlling anxiety and boredom.