An increasing number of pet parents are looking for dog food for cystine stones today. The once rare condition of cystinuria appears to be on the increase. And while it may still be less common than the likes of calcium oxalate and struvites stones, evidence suggests it’s catching up rapidly.

Cystine stones are a type of kidney stone. They form when there is a build-up of the amino acid cystine in the urine. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. They’re essential to your dog. But when cystine is unable to be flushed away by your dog’s kidneys, in remains in the urine. That results in the condition known as Cystinuria. A build-up of cystine in the urine that results in the formation of cystine stones and crystals.

The solution to this condition is a diet that is a moisture-rich. A diet that is also low in sodium and low in methionine, the precursor of cystine.

Dog food for cystine stones does not come in a bag. If your dog is suffering from cystine stones, the very last thing it needs is dry dog food. It needs a moisture-rich diet, not one that is completely devoid of moisture like kibble. It needs a fresh food diet made with low-cystine ingredients that is low in salt and high in moisture.

While this guide has been written specifically for dogs suffering from cystinuria, if you feel you need help in managing your dog’s cystine stones, please consider booking a consultation. If you’ve already bought this guide, I will discount my normal fee accordingly.

While canine cystine stones may not be curable yet, there’s certainly much you can do with fresh homemade dog food for cystine stones!