Monica's Comments
This study looks at the requirements of a liver-compromised dog and discusses the type of diet this dog would need. Amongst the many key points is that red meat should not be fed.

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The Abstract
The goal in the nutritional management of hepatic disease is to design a highly palatable diet that provides adequate energy, adequate protein, and all essential "micronutrients". The diet must also be appropriate for managing potential complications that can accompany hepatic disease such as gastrointestinal ulceration, hepatic encephalopathy (HE), ascites or coagulopathy.

Study Authors
Cynthia RL Leveille-Webster
Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, North Grafton, MA, USA
Tufts Animal Expo Conference Proceedings, September 1, 2002

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