My dog has liver disease. What zinc supplement dose for copper intake?

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My dog is 1 year old 11 pounds . He has hepatic encephalopathy. Yes liver enzymes were three times what they were supposed to be also had high phosphorus levels in his blood. How much zinc supplement can I give him to counteract the copper intake? Pet's info: Dog | Dachshund | Male | unneutered | 11 months and 8 days old | 11 lbs

Megan, DVM, CVA · Accepted Answer

Unfortunately I cannot give a zinc dose over the internet since I have never examined Bean. Contact your vet in the morning and ask him what the best dose would be for his size and with how high his liver enzymes are. I hope that sweet boy starts to feel better soon.

My dog has liver disease. What zinc supplement dose for copper intake?

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