Here's A Fact: The kidneys filter the blood to perform two major functions: excretion of most of the by-products of body metabolism and the regulation of sodium, potassium, and other ions in the body. A kidney is made up of thousands of nephrons, each one capable of performing all the functions of a kidney—giving the kidneys an incredible amount of reserve capacity. Our Seven Protein Sources 1. Fresh Chicken 2. Fresh Turkey 3. Fresh Duck 4. Fresh Salmon 5. Fresh Egg 6. High-Grade, Low-Ash Chicken Meal 7. High-Grade, Low-Ash Turkey Meal   The Truth About Protein and Chronic Renal Failure.   Many people are under the impression that dietary protein can be harmful to their pet's kidneys (much of this misunderstanding is based on rat research—not dog and cat studies). Here are the facts on dietary protein and your pet's kidneys; Protein does not cause renal failure or increase the progression of chronic renal failure (CRF), and Inappropriate protein restriction can be harmful to both healthy and compromised kidneys. Chicken Soup for the Pet Lover's Soul brand dog and cat foods provide only the highest quality proteins in a proper balance for the support and maintenance of healthy kidneys. Points to remember about Dietary Protein Healthy, normal dogs and cats are not benefited by a reduced protein intake—regardless of age. High quality proteins are necessary for proper amino acid nutrition and the maintenance of a proper nitrogen balance. A diet too low in protein can adversely affect both the healthy and compromised kidney. Animals with renal impairment must be treated on an individual basis through careful monitoring and the appropriate levels of protein intake. (Please consult your veterinarian for more information.)

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