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What food is best for my 11-year-old Airedale with kidney issues and chicken allergy?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Airedale Terrier | Male | neutered | 85 lbs

Looking for the best dog food for out 11 year old airedale who could be starting with kidney disease. He had slightly elevated protein in his urine. He is allergic to chiken.

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Answered By Megan, DVM, CVA

Veterinarian

Published on February 19th, 2018

Dogs with food allergies are difficult because of the balance between the best nutrition and the type of protein used in these food. The most ideal food would be a prescription kidney diet (i.e. science diet k/d) but most of these have chicken in them you could look at Purina NF the dry kibble as there isn't any chicken listed on the ingredients. I would call Purina or have your vet call and confirm that they don't have any chicken in the dry kibble. If you choose this food, your vet will likely have to order it for you and give you a written prescription for you to buy it. I would not put him on high protein diets like blue buffalo or wilderness. These diets put a lot of strain on the kidneys. I would look into Natural Balance venice and sweet potato. If he is really allergic then I would talk to your vet about whether he should be on a prescription hypoallergenic diet. I hope this helps!

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