I took my dog to the vet and he was told he had congestive heart failure . My dog was prescribed some medication to help him get rid of the rention of fluids in his abdomen that were accumulating as a result. I was looking on the internet and It said dog’s that have heart problems should be fed a diet low in sodium to reduce fluid retention especially in the case of CHF. My vet didnt say anything about this, But I think’s its best I do so for the health of my pet. Is there a certain brand of diet dog foods at the regular food store I can get that is very low in sodium? Please name a few . Thanks very much.
Your Vet prescribed lasix’s correct? Did he/she also give you something with potassium in it? My dog (sr) was diagnosed a week ago with CHF – she had x-rays of her chest – does your dog have an enlarged heart? Did the x-ray show fluid in the lungs or? I was given Clavamox – it’s an antibiotic, amoxicillin with potassium – that’s extremely important – lasix’s deplete the potassium levels which can do damage to her heart or worse. I would get another Vet for a 2nd opinion -it doesn’t hurt at all. I don’t have lots of money but I would do anything it takes to help my dog. I have never given my dogs/cats anything high in sodium – especially with the CHF it’s really important to read any labels – cook chicken (boil) without the skin – maybe try the Hill’s prescription diet – just giving you my thoughts. Good luck.
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