{"product_id":"vfcore-kc-kidney-care-complex-for-dogs-cats","title":"VFCore KC — Kidney Care Complex for Cats | CKD Support, Proteinuria \u0026 UTI Prevention | Nano-COS + Marine Oil 800mg + Cranberry + SOD | 12g Sachet","description":"\n\u003ch2 class=\"Polaris-Text--root Polaris-Text--headingLg Polaris-Text--semibold Polaris-Text--base\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003eVFCore KC — Kidney Care Complex for Dogs \u0026amp; Cats\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChronic 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVFCore 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe hero ingredient is \u003cstrong\u003eNano-Chitooligosaccharide (Nano-COS)\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe second pillar is \u003cstrong\u003eMarine Oil at 800mg per sachet\u003c\/strong\u003e, 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 \u0026amp; 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe third critical ingredient is \u003cstrong\u003eMelofeed SOD\u003c\/strong\u003e — 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCranberry Extract (20mg)\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVFCore 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePair with VFCore RB if anaemia of chronic kidney disease is present, or with VFCore Feline Vitality for cats requiring full daily nutrient coverage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e4. Nutritional Positioning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTherapeutic Renal Complementary Feed | Vet-Formulated for All IRIS Stages of CKD | Clinically-Aligned Omega-3 Dosing for Proteinuria Management\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVFCore 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e5. Key Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSlows CKD Progression\u003c\/strong\u003e — Nano-COS extends stable azotemia and median survival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReduces BUN \u0026amp; Creatinine\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clinical improvement in kidney biomarkers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManages Proteinuria\u003c\/strong\u003e — Clinical-dose omega-3 EPA \u0026amp; DHA\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrevents Recurrent UTIs\u003c\/strong\u003e — Cranberry extract blocks bacterial adhesion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtects Remaining Nephrons\u003c\/strong\u003e — SOD primary antioxidant reduces oxidative damage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupports Cardiac Function\u003c\/strong\u003e — Taurine for CKD-related cardiac demand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImproves Gut Health\u003c\/strong\u003e — FOS prebiotic for microflora balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintains Appetite \u0026amp; Nutrition\u003c\/strong\u003e — Complete B-complex + C, E, K vitamins\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible With All CKD Medications\u003c\/strong\u003e — Use alongside phosphorus binders, ACE inhibitors, antihypertensives\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e6. Ingredient Positioning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIngredient\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhy It Matters\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine Oil (Omega-3 EPA \u0026amp; DHA)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e800mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDelivers 228 mg\/kg omega-3 (3.5kg pet) — meets clinical proteinuria dose\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNano-Chitooligosaccharide (Nano-COS)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBinds uremic toxins; clinically extends survival in CKD dogs (Zatelli RCCT)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCranberry Extract\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrevents bacterial adhesion to urothelium — UTI prevention\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMelofeed SOD\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrimary antioxidant; 1,000,000× free-radical scavenging; +41.8% glutathione peroxidase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFOS Prebiotic\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e35mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSupports gut microflora — important in CKD where uremia disrupts gut bacteria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaurine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCardiac and retinal amino acid; especially important in cats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eL-Lysine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEssential amino acid; supports protein quality on restricted-protein renal diets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCalcium Carbonate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25mg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMild phosphorus binding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, C, E, K\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e—\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReplenishes water-soluble vitamins lost in polyuria\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e7. Key Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eClinical proteinuria-grade omega-3 dose\u003c\/strong\u003e (228 mg\/kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eNano-COS\u003c\/strong\u003e — clinically proven to extend CKD survival\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eAll IRIS stages\u003c\/strong\u003e — appropriate from early Stage 1 to advanced disease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eContinuous use safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — designed for lifelong daily dosing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eLickable paste\u003c\/strong\u003e — solves the CKD appetite problem\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with all CKD medications\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eSuitable for both dogs and cats\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eStable kidney biomarkers documented\u003c\/strong\u003e in feline CKD safety study (60 days)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eNo phosphorus loading\u003c\/strong\u003e — formula respects renal restrictions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e8. Daily Feeding Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStandard Dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 sachet per 3.5 kg body weight per day\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePet Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDaily Dose\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 3.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 sachet\/day\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5–7 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 sachets\/day\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–10.5 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 sachets\/day\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10.5–14 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4 sachets\/day\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOver 14 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjust per veterinary advice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan be taken continuously, alongside any clinical CKD treatment plan, or as recommended by your veterinarian.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to give:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tear sachet, squeeze paste onto a plate, finger, or directly into the mouth. 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