Blue Buffalo Kidney Support Dog Food – Natural Veterinary Diet KS

Blue Buffalo Natural Veterinary Diet KS Kidney Support Dry Dog Food is a veterinarian-developed diet that helps to support your pet's kidney health. With balanced levels of superior quality protein and restricted phosphorus, this therapeutic food reduces the kidneys' workload but not the nutrition. Made with wholesome ingredients like deboned chicken, peas, and oatmeal and fortified with antioxidants, omega fatty acids, and vital vitamins and minerals, it sustains immune function, vitality, and general health. This formula is chicken (and poultry) by-product meal-free, corn-free, wheat-free, and soy-free, and contains no artificial preservatives.

Benefits:

• Prescription only. Use only on the advice and under the direction of your veterinarian.
• Kidney Support Formula with controlled protein, sodium, and phosphorus reduces kidney stress.
• Real chicken is the primary ingredient for digestible, high-quality protein.
• Developed with natural ingredients fortified with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.
• Healthful grains like oatmeal & brown rice for simplicity of digestion and energy.
• Corn, wheat, soy, and artificial ingredients are free.
• Fish oil-derived omega-3 fatty acids support kidney and heart well-being.
• Approved by Veterinary Diet for dogs suffering from chronic kidney disease or renal disease.

Can this be prescribed, or may I administer this to my dog?

No, it is a prescription-only pet food. Always consult your vet to check if it's appropriate for your pet's unique needs.

Is this for early-stage kidney disease in dogs?

Yes, it's designed to assist dogs at all stages of chronic kidney disease, including early-stage, by reducing the metabolic burden on the kidneys using lower phosphorus and protein.

Feeding Directions:

Ingredients:

Deboned Chicken, Brown Rice, Oatmeal, Potatoes, Potato Starch, Chicken Fat (preserved with Mixed Tocopherols), Dried Egg Product, Flaxseed (source of Omega 3 and 6 Fatty Acids), Natural Flavor, Powdered Cellulose, Potato Protein, Fish Oil (source of DHA-Docosahexaenoic Acid), Barley, Chicken Meal, Potassium Citrate, Calcium Carbonate, Dried Chicory Root, Dried Tomato Pomace, Direct Dehydrated Alfalfa Pellets, Taurine, Dried Kelp, Alfalfa Nutrient Concentrate, Turmeric, DL-Methionine, Choline Chloride, Sweet Potatoes, Carrots, Vitamin E Supplement, L-Threonine, Zinc Amino Acid Chelate, Salt, preserved with Mixed Tocopherols, Potassium Chloride, Iron Amino Acid Chelate, L-Carnitine, L-Tryptophan, Vegetable Juice for color, Blueberries, Cranberries, Barley Grass, Parsley, Dried Kelp, Yucca Schidigera Extract, Copper Amino Acid Chelate, Manganese Amino Acid Chelate, Niacin (Vitamin B3), Calcium Pantothenate (Vitamin B5), Biotin (Vitamin B7), L-Ascorbyl-2-Polyphosphate (source of Vitamin C), L-Lysine, Vitamin A Supplement, Zinc Sulfate, Ferrous Sulfate, Thiamine Mononitrate (Vitamin B1), Riboflavin (Vitamin B2), Vitamin D3 Supplement, Vitamin B12 Supplement, Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6), Calcium Iodate, Dried Yeast, Dried Enterococcus faecium fermentation product, Dried Lactobacillus acidophilus fermentation product, Dried Aspergillus niger fermentation extract, Copper Sulfate, Dried Trichoderma longibrachiatum fermentation extract, Dried Bacillus subtilis fermentation extract, Folic Acid (Vitamin B9), Manganese Sulfate, Sodium Selenite, Oil of Rosemary.

Calorie Content (calculated) ME:

3,925 kcal/kg, 409 kcal/cup

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FAQ

What is the main purpose of this formula?

This pet food is specifically formulated to benefit dogs that have kidney disease or chronic kidney problems, helping to manage their symptoms nutritionally.

Does it require a veterinary prescription?

Yes, this is a prescription veterinary diet and should be used under veterinary guidance.

How does it support kidney health?

It has balanced protein, phosphorus, and sodium content, with the inclusion of antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids to reduce kidney workload and foster overall function.

What type of protein is used?

Deboned chicken is the primary protein source, and the formula contains moderate protein content to maintain muscle but restrict kidney strain.

Does it contain grains?

Yes, the recipe has brown rice and oatmeal, which are gentle on the digestive system and provide energy requirements.

Does it have any artificial flavors or preservatives?

No, Blue Buffalo's KS recipe does not have artificial preservatives, colors, or flavors.