VFCore KC — Kidney Care Complex for Cats | CKD Support, Proteinuria & UTI Prevention | Nano-COS + Marine Oil 800mg + Cranberry + SOD | 12g Sachet

VFCore KC — Kidney Care Complex for Dogs & Cats

Chronic Kidney Disease is one of the leading causes of death in senior cats and a common diagnosis in older dogs. The painful reality is that kidney damage is irreversible — once nephrons (the kidney's filtering units) are lost, they cannot regenerate. But the rate of disease progression and the quality of remaining kidney function can be dramatically influenced by what your pet eats every day. Veterinary nutrition is now considered the single most powerful intervention in CKD management — more impactful than most medications.

VFCore KC is engineered for that role. Each 12g lickable sachet delivers a precise combination of clinically supported nephroprotective ingredients in evidence-based doses, designed to be given daily, continuously, and alongside any veterinary CKD treatment plan.

The hero ingredient is Nano-Chitooligosaccharide (Nano-COS) — a nano-sized chitin extract derived from crustaceans, processed for greatest solubility and absorbability. In a masked randomised controlled trial in dogs with chronic kidney disease (Zatelli et al), the COS-supplemented group maintained stable azotemia twice as long and showed significantly longer median survival compared to controls. Nano-COS works by binding uremic toxins in the gut before they enter circulation, reducing the load on already-compromised kidneys.

The second pillar is Marine Oil at 800mg per sachet, delivering omega-3 EPA and DHA at 228 mg/kg body weight (for a 3.5kg pet) — the clinical dose recommended for proteinuria management in dogs and cats (minimum 220 mg/kg SID per Harley & Langston, 2012). Omega-3 reduces glomerular inflammation, slows kidney damage, and supports renal blood flow. Most over-the-counter omega-3 supplements deliver a fraction of this dose; VFCore KC is built to clinical specifications.

The third critical ingredient is Melofeed SOD — a freeze-dried French melon juice concentrate naturally rich in Superoxide Dismutase. As a primary antioxidant, SOD scavenges free radicals 1,000,000× more effectively than regular antioxidative agents and boosts glutathione peroxidase activity by 41.8%. Oxidative stress is one of the central drivers of nephron loss in CKD, and SOD directly protects remaining kidney tissue. A study on safety from complementary feeding of VF+Core KC in cats with CKD (Kowitwatee, Palaseweenant, Akharimachirachote) showed stable SDMA, BUN and creatinine measurements over 60 days of supplementation.

Cranberry Extract (20mg) addresses one of the most overlooked complications of CKD — recurrent urinary tract infections. CKD pets have diluted urine, weakened immune defences, and altered urinary pH, making UTIs significantly more common. Cranberry's proanthocyanidins prevent bacterial adhesion to the urothelium, reducing UTI risk without antibiotics.

The formula is rounded out with FOS prebiotic (35mg) for gut microflora balance, taurine (20mg) and L-Lysine (20mg) for cardiac and metabolic support, calcium carbonate (25mg) as a mild phosphorus binder, and a complete vitamin profile including B1, B2, B6, B12, C, E, and K — all critical because CKD pets often have reduced appetite and develop multiple micronutrient deficiencies.

The lickable paste format solves what may be the single biggest challenge in CKD management: appetite. CKD pets are notoriously picky and often refuse food, pills, and powders. The high-palatability paste base means most pets accept it readily, ensuring consistent daily dosing — which matters more in CKD than in any other condition because protection is cumulative.

VFCore KC is appropriate across the full IRIS staging system — from early Stage 1 where slowing progression is the priority, through Stages 2–3 where symptom management is critical, and into Stage 4 where every additional good day matters. It is fully complementary with all standard CKD medications including phosphorus binders, ACE inhibitors, angiotensin II receptor antagonists, and antihypertensives.

For pet parents managing a CKD diagnosis, VFCore KC consolidates the four most important nutritional interventions — uremic toxin reduction, proteinuria control, oxidative stress protection, and UTI prevention — into one daily lickable sachet.

Pair with VFCore RB if anaemia of chronic kidney disease is present, or with VFCore Feline Vitality for cats requiring full daily nutrient coverage.

4. Nutritional Positioning

Therapeutic Renal Complementary Feed | Vet-Formulated for All IRIS Stages of CKD | Clinically-Aligned Omega-3 Dosing for Proteinuria Management

VFCore KC is positioned as a clinical CKD management supplement built to the omega-3 dose required for proteinuria treatment (220 mg/kg SID) and the Nano-COS protocol shown to extend survival in dogs with CKD. This is therapeutic nutrition, not generic kidney wellness.

5. Key Benefits

• Slows CKD Progression — Nano-COS extends stable azotemia and median survival
• Reduces BUN & Creatinine — Clinical improvement in kidney biomarkers
• Manages Proteinuria — Clinical-dose omega-3 EPA & DHA
• Prevents Recurrent UTIs — Cranberry extract blocks bacterial adhesion
• Protects Remaining Nephrons — SOD primary antioxidant reduces oxidative damage
• Supports Cardiac Function — Taurine for CKD-related cardiac demand
• Improves Gut Health — FOS prebiotic for microflora balance
• Maintains Appetite & Nutrition — Complete B-complex + C, E, K vitamins
• Compatible With All CKD Medications — Use alongside phosphorus binders, ACE inhibitors, antihypertensives

6. Ingredient Positioning

7. Key Highlights

• ✅ Clinical proteinuria-grade omega-3 dose (228 mg/kg)
• ✅ Nano-COS — clinically proven to extend CKD survival
• ✅ All IRIS stages — appropriate from early Stage 1 to advanced disease
• ✅ Continuous use safe — designed for lifelong daily dosing
• ✅ Lickable paste — solves the CKD appetite problem
• ✅ Compatible with all CKD medications
• ✅ Suitable for both dogs and cats
• ✅ Stable kidney biomarkers documented in feline CKD safety study (60 days)
• ✅ No phosphorus loading — formula respects renal restrictions

8. Daily Feeding Guide

Standard Dosage: 1 sachet per 3.5 kg body weight per day

Can be taken continuously, alongside any clinical CKD treatment plan, or as recommended by your veterinarian.

How to give: Tear sachet, squeeze paste onto a plate, finger, or directly into the mouth. Most pets lick it readily; can also be mixed with food. For CKD pets with reduced appetite, offering it as a treat between meals often works best.

9. Storage Guidelines

• Store in a cool, dry place below 25°C
• Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Do not refrigerate unopened sachets
• Once opened, use immediately — do not store partial sachets
• Keep out of reach of children
• Check expiry date before use
• Tamper-evident sachet — do not use if seal is broken or damaged