Can homemade food replace expensive prescription for dog crystals?

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My 3 year old 23lb. male corgi has a history of developing cystine crystals in his urinary tract and was put on Hill's U/D canned food as a result. I have been reading online about alkaline diets and was wondering if we could prepare food for him at home that would be sufficient in preventing the formation of the cystine crystals. The food he is on currently is very expensive ($42-$46 every 12 days). How can we determine the correct amount of homemade food or his weight and breed? Pet's info: Dog | Pembroke Welsh Corgi | Male | neutered | 3 years and 1 month old | 23 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. I would encourage you to visit the site https://www.balanceit.com. This site helps you to prepare balanced diets based on your pet's needs. The products are not free, but you may be able to look at their information as to whether they can provide you with the additional information you need to keep Peter healthy & well without spending so much on prepared foods. Thanks for using PetCoach.

Can homemade food replace expensive prescription for dog crystals?

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