Pet Culinary Medicine For Dogs and Cats: The Chronic Kidney Disease

PET CULINARY MEDICINE WORKSHOP

Prevention and Management of Chronic Kidney Disease in Dogs and Cats

Kidney disease can develop quietly, and many pets may not show obvious symptoms until kidney function has already declined. Although not every case of CKD can be prevented, early detection, appropriate veterinary care, proper hydration, and individualized nutrition may help reduce avoidable risks, support remaining kidney function, and improve your pet’s comfort and quality of life.

This hands-on, pet-parent-friendly workshop will help you understand the role food and daily care play in supporting dogs and cats at risk for—or already diagnosed with—Chronic Kidney Disease.

What you will learn:

• How the kidneys work and what happens when their function declines

• Common CKD risk factors in dogs and cats

• Early warning signs that should prompt a veterinary consultation

• The importance of regular bloodwork, urinalysis, blood-pressure checks, and veterinary monitoring

• The meaning of common kidney-related laboratory values and why trends matter

• How CKD stages may affect nutritional and monitoring needs

• The roles of phosphorus, protein, sodium, calories, and essential nutrients

• Why kidney-supportive feeding is more than simply reducing protein

• How to support hydration through food, water, and practical feeding strategies

• Ways to encourage eating in pets experiencing reduced appetite

• How to choose appropriate ingredients and prepare food safely

• How to introduce dietary changes gradually

• Common feeding mistakes and unsafe “kidney diet” practices to avoid

• How to monitor appetite, food intake, water intake, weight, urination, stool, vomiting, energy, and meal acceptance

• When changes require prompt veterinary attention

• How to work collaboratively with your veterinarian when planning supportive nutrition

The workshop includes a guided food-preparation demonstration, practical handouts, a kidney-care checklist, an ingredient and supplier guide, and seven days of post-workshop support.

Who may benefit:

• Pet parents of dogs or cats diagnosed with CKD

• Families caring for senior pets

• Pet parents whose pets have kidney-related laboratory changes

• Those who want to understand kidney-health risk reduction and early detection

• Anyone who wants to learn responsible, evidence-informed home food preparation

Workshop Details

Date: August 15, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Venue: Likha Residences, KM. 19 West Service Road, Muntinlupa

Limited slots only.

Please complete the registration form to reserve your place. Your slot will be confirmed after registration and payment have been completed.

Important: This workshop provides general education and supportive nutrition guidance. CKD cannot be diagnosed, staged, prevented, or managed through food alone. Pets with suspected or confirmed kidney disease require veterinary assessment, laboratory monitoring, and an individualized care plan. The workshop does not replace veterinary diagnosis, prescribed treatment, or a professionally formulated complete and balanced therapeutic diet.