Farmina Vet Life Renal Canine Dry Dog Food, 4.4-lb bag

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  • Veterinary Diet
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  • Kidney Care
  • All Lifestages
  • All Breeds

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  • Formulated to support dogs with renal insufficiency or renal failure.
  • May help to support dogs with cardiac disease or Hepatic Encephalopathy.
  • May help to decrease mean values of blood parameters, as well as the urine protein to creatinine ratio.
  • Can be fed for 2 to 4 weeks for acute kidney disease.
  • Can be fed for a dog’s lifetime for chronic renal insufficiency.

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Real Ingredients, Natural Solutions

For over two decades, Farmina has been at the forefront of pet nutrition through scientific research with top universities. Using the finest ingredients, VetLife offers trusted solutions that blend nature and science.

Nutrition You Can Trust

Farmina VetLife diets are scientifically formulated and tested to support pets with specific health conditions. VetLife diets provide balanced nutrition tailored to your pet's needs using human-grade, regionally sourced ingredients.

Scientific Acknowledgements

Pet nutrition is an ever-evolving science, and for over 15 years, Farmina has pioneered pet nutrition through continuous independent scientific research and clinical trials, collaborating with universities worldwide.

The Farmina Difference

Farmina diets are GMO-free, low glycemic tested, and formulated by animal nutritionists. With up to 98% of protein from animal sources and small batch production to ensure safety and quality in every bite, they provide premium nutrition for your pet.

About Farmina Pet Food

Founded in Italy in 1965, Farmina Pet Foods—a third-generation, family-owned company—is dedicated to producing scientifically formulated diets. Their commitment to quality and passion for pet well-being continue to drive innovations today.

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4 Customer Questions

What are the carnitine and taurine amounts?

My veterinarian needs to know the sodium content - specifically the maximum. The bag only lists the minimum. This is for Renal food both dry and wet. (Farmina)

What is the protein, fat, phosphorus, and sodium in this food on a dry matter basis?

Answer by Chewy • Oct 27, 2025
This recipe contains 14.3% protein, 16.13% fat, 0.16% sodium, and 0.27% phosphorus, all on a dry matter basis.

How big is the kibble?

Answer by Chewy • Nov 02, 2024
This kibble has a diameter of 8-10 mm and a thickness of 4-6 mm. Although it is a rare occurrence, sometimes minimal variations inside the same bag are possible. As far as the kibbles are within the control range, everything is normal and as it should be.
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Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars
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85% Positive

Ingredients

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Nutritional Value

83% Positive

Palatability

85% Positive

42 Customer Reviews

Always consult a veterinarian about your pet’s health needs. Customer reviews should not be used as medical advice.

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Carolyn on Jan 11, 2026

Food is Rancid- 4 emergency vet visits in 4 weeks as a result

I have been buying Farmina Dog food for over 10 years and have always been pleased. About 4 years ago, I started buying this for one of my dogs with Renal Dysplasia

I have been buying Farmina Dog food for over 10 years and have always been pleased. About 4 years ago, I started buying this for one of my dogs with Renal Dysplasia. All 4 of my dogs were eating it with my vet's approval. The food is rancid BEFORE the expiration date causing 4 emergency vet visits in 4 weeks. I waited months to order it again to give them another try. Again, it was rancid at 10 months before the expiration date. I called Chewy, and asked for a refund, but they send another bag which was rancid when I first opened it. 3 bags in one year and they are all rancid before the expiration date. They must have changed their recipe or their ingredients but I can't trust anything from this company again.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Megan on Dec 9, 2025

She eats it!

She’s eaten farmina almost her entire life and she’s a picky picky puppy. So I was upset when I found out that she’d have to switch brands because of kidney disease

She’s eaten farmina almost her entire life and she’s a picky picky puppy. So I was upset when I found out that she’d have to switch brands because of kidney disease (also kidney disease sucks), because she just wouldn’t want to eat whatever the vet suggested and I was right. She turned her nose up at all the other suggestions, she stuck with hills the longest but it took a ton of coaxing. So we were thrilled when we discovered farmina had a vet line. I ordered the wet first and she gobbled that down and was begging for more so I tried the kibble too! She likes the kibble even more! She keeps trying to get me to give her more. It’s great!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Danielle on Dec 2, 2025

I think my dog is Italian now

I did a fair amount of research after a friend recommended this food and my dog's renal values improved. After learning more about ingredients you really want your

I did a fair amount of research after a friend recommended this food and my dog's renal values improved. After learning more about ingredients you really want your dog to have, especially on a somewhat limited RX diet, Farmina is top tier. Highly recommend. I feed my dog both the dry and canned and she actively eats both with a fair amount enthusiasm, especially for the dry food, considering she definitely prefers the cans.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Christine on Oct 2, 2025

doesn't taste good

I bought this dog food because the ingredients have a lot of nutrition. However, my dog won't eat it. She is not particularly fussy and has the beginnings of kidney

I bought this dog food because the ingredients have a lot of nutrition. However, my dog won't eat it. She is not particularly fussy and has the beginnings of kidney disease but she just didn't like it. I tried mixing with wet food but no. It does have a strong smell. My other dogs eat it up no problem so I guess some dogs like it and some don't.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Cara on Oct 21, 2025

My senior pup loves this food

My somewhat picky senior dog really enjoys this kibble. We have tried a couple renal food options, and this seems to consistently be his favorite. If your dog isn't

My somewhat picky senior dog really enjoys this kibble. We have tried a couple renal food options, and this seems to consistently be his favorite. If your dog isn't a big fan of other brands, I'd give this one a try.

Rated 4 out of 5 stars
By David on Oct 27, 2025

Good food

Dog likes the special diet food. I just wish it came in a mid sized bag. Have just one dog eating it so the small bag goes really quick and the large bag takes her

Dog likes the special diet food. I just wish it came in a mid sized bag. Have just one dog eating it so the small bag goes really quick and the large bag takes her forever to get through.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Crystal on Nov 23, 2025

Super quick delivery

I’m still trying to get used to using food only available online. chewy autoship makes it so easy with a basically overnight delivery

I’m still trying to get used to using food only available online. chewy autoship makes it so easy with a basically overnight delivery

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Jennifer on Aug 31, 2025

Winner

We were previously on hills prescription kidney care kibble but our pup kept getting intermittent diarrhea. After all testing came back normal, i decided to switch

We were previously on hills prescription kidney care kibble but our pup kept getting intermittent diarrhea. After all testing came back normal, i decided to switch to farmina. I liked the clean ingredients without a ton of additives. Our pup’s tummy has been so much better with healthy poops. Her kidney labs have also never been better. Worth the switch

Rated 1 out of 5 stars
By Laurie on Sep 15, 2025

Dog like it

My dog’s kidney problems and she didn’t like this either. She eventually ate it if I put a topping on it, but other than that, she did not like it.

My dog’s kidney problems and she didn’t like this either. She eventually ate it if I put a topping on it, but other than that, she did not like it.

Rated 5 out of 5 stars
By Tina on Aug 14, 2025

better ingredients

this is a great alternative to the typical kidney prescription diets plus my dog loves it and is doing really well since he’s been eating it- it’s been almost a

this is a great alternative to the typical kidney prescription diets plus my dog loves it and is doing really well since he’s been eating it- it’s been almost a year