Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal – dietary support for dogs with kidney disease

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal is a complete dry dog food specifically developed to support dogs with chronic kidney disease or reduced kidney function. The kidneys are responsible for filtering waste products from the blood, balancing fluids and electrolytes and helping regulate blood pressure. When they are damaged or failing, waste products and toxins can build up, making dogs feel tired and unwell.

A special renal diet like Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal helps reduce the nutritional strain on the kidneys while still providing the nutrients your dog needs for daily life. Your vet may recommend this diet as part of a wider management plan that can also include medication, fluid support and regular monitoring.

Key nutritional features

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal includes several important adjustments for dogs with chronic kidney disease:

• Reduced phosphorus: high phosphorus levels are associated with progression of kidney damage. Limiting phosphorus intake helps support remaining kidney function.

• Controlled, high-quality protein: protein is essential for maintaining muscle mass, but its breakdown produces waste products the kidneys must remove. This diet provides a moderate level of high-quality protein to support body tissues while helping to limit the build-up of nitrogenous waste.

• Adjusted mineral balance: the levels of certain minerals are carefully controlled to suit dogs with kidney issues and help maintain a healthier internal environment.

• Enhanced omega-3 fatty acids and supportive nutrients: omega-3s and added vitamins and antioxidants help support overall health and may assist normal kidney blood flow as part of the overall plan.

• Energy-dense formulation: each portion contains more calories than standard maintenance foods, so dogs with poor appetite can still meet their energy needs from smaller meals.

These features make Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal suitable for dogs where your vet has diagnosed chronic kidney disease and recommended dietary support.

When your vet might recommend Purina NF Renal

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal is usually prescribed for dogs with:

• Chronic kidney disease or chronic renal insufficiency

• Reduced kidney function identified on blood and urine tests

• Early renal changes where your vet wants to protect kidney function

• Advanced kidney disease, when diet is a key part of palliative or supportive care

The exact diagnosis and stage of disease determine how soon to start the diet, how long to feed it and whether other treatments are also needed.

Feeding Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal is complete and balanced. When fed at the recommended amount, it can be used as your dog’s only food unless your vet advises otherwise.

General feeding advice:

• Introduce the renal diet gradually over several days, unless your vet requests an immediate change. Mix increasing amounts of Purina NF Renal with decreasing amounts of your dog’s previous food.

• Divide the daily ration into two or more small meals to make eating easier and more comfortable, especially if your dog feels nauseous.

• Measure the daily amount accurately using kitchen scales or a proper measuring cup.

• Always provide fresh drinking water. Dogs with kidney disease often drink and urinate more, so water should never be restricted.

If your dog has a poor appetite, your vet may suggest warming the food slightly, adding a little warm water to soften the kibble or offering smaller, more frequent meals across the day. Any changes should be discussed with your vet so that overall intake can still be monitored.

Monitoring and follow-up

Chronic kidney disease is a long-term condition, and dogs on Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal need regular check-ups. Your vet will usually monitor:

• Bodyweight and body condition score

• Appetite, energy levels and general demeanour

• Thirst and urination pattern

• Blood tests (such as urea, creatinine, SDMA, phosphorus)

• Urine tests to assess concentrating ability and protein loss

Based on these results, your vet may adjust the daily ration, add or change medicines or recommend other supportive treatments. Many dogs remain on Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal for the rest of their lives once kidney disease is diagnosed.

Part of a complete kidney care plan

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal is one component of managing kidney disease. Your vet may also advise:

• Medications to control blood pressure, reduce protein loss in urine or manage nausea and vomiting

• Supplements such as phosphate binders or potassium where needed

• Fluid therapy or subcutaneous fluids in more advanced cases

• Adjusted exercise and activity levels to match how your dog feels

• Avoiding unnecessary medications or toxins that might further damage the kidneys

Using Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal consistently, alongside the rest of your vet’s plan, can help improve quality of life and may slow the progression of kidney disease.

Bag sizes and storage

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal is available in:

• 3kg – ideal for small and medium dogs or for starting the diet and checking acceptance

• 12kg – better value for medium and large dogs that will be on the diet long term

Store the bags in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight. Reseal after each use to keep the kibble fresh, and use by the best-before date shown on the packaging.

Always under veterinary supervision

Purina Pro Plan Veterinary Diets Canine NF Renal must only be used under veterinary supervision. Only your vet can diagnose chronic kidney disease, decide if this diet is appropriate and advise how long it should be fed. Do not change your dog’s diet or stop any prescribed kidney medication without consulting your vet first.

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