My dog has kidney problems. What fruits and veggies can he eat?
Updated On September 23rd, 2025
Pet's info: Dog | Havanese | Male | neutered | 4 years and 2 months old | 15.432358353 lbs
Kindly What vegetables and fruits can I give to my dog who has kidney problems?
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Published on February 21st, 2019
Choose vegetables low in phosphorus such as sweet potato, pumpkin and squash. Carrots, green beans and peas can also be used. Apple (no seeds), sliced peaches, pineapple, pear and mango can all be used, but in moderation since too much may lead to stomach upset.
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Published on February 18th, 2019
Wet kidney diets are often recommended as they are specifically formulated to reduce the workload on the kidneys, provide extra water and slow progression of kidney disease often resulting in a longer and healthier life. It is important to avoid high salt or foods with hard to digest protein sources as these require the kdneys to work harder to clear the waste produced. Occassional treats of egg, cottage cheese, white fish or chicken, vegetables and brown rice can be fed in moderation also; omega fatty acids are also useful and should be added if you cannot get him to eat the prescription diet (which should already be supplemented).
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Published on March 1st, 2019
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Yes, in general, vegetables are fine for dogs with kidney disease. Do avoid extra meat but he does need some. Fish oil or fish skin are great for kidneys. If available in your area, there are prescription kidney diets that are ideal for animals with kidney disease so discuss that with your vet. (Hill’s k/d, Royal canin rental support) As always, the following are considered toxic to dogs so do not give any of these: onions, garlic, grapes, macadamia nuts, and raisins. Best wishes to you and Sooky!
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Published on October 8th, 2018
Yes, all of those foods would be fine to add into his diet as tolerated by his Gastrointestinal system. It is important to note, however, that most homemade diets are not balanced with adequate vitamins and minerals so it is advisable to supplement with a well sourced canine vitamin . Another option would be to try a renal specific diet such as the ones from Royal Canin or Hills. If you want something handmade and human grade then I recommend he renal diets at Justfoodfordogs. It is also important to check renal enzymes and electrolytes every 3 months or so to monitor progression.
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