Answer From The Expert, Sandra Miller
The Latest Question:
Does K9 Cuisine carry a dry dog food that is suitable for a 10 year old
diabetic black lab mix? His disease is in control and he is of a proper
weight. He doesn”t care much for the Science Diet prescription food he is
now being fed. Thank you.
Sue
The Latest Answer:
Sue,
Changing the food of a diabetic dog that is currently stable can be done. BUT, it must be done VERY slowly and under the direction of a holistic veterinarian. You are coming from a high fiber/carb diet and going to a high protein diet. So, adaptation and detox-ing will happen over the next couple of months. Even in a healthy dog, this takes time. So, in a “sick” animal we have to be that much more patient.
In addition, I have found that diabetic animals on a high protein diet need less insulin, so they go through a transitional phase where we need to monitor their sugar levels and adjust their insulin accordingly. This needs to be done under the guidance of a holistic veterinarian.
To find a holistic veterinarian in your area, check your yellow pages or view the American Association of Holistic Veterinarians website. Good luck.
June 25th, 2008 at 2:44 am
Goodness what a cute lab puppy picture!
Good tips.