Our toy poodle Kona was diagnosed with a liver condition (MVD) in December 2008. We switched her to a commercial food designed for dogs with liver disorders. I was concerned that with a compromised liver she would be less able to deal with potential risks so I started making food for her. My vet pointed out that I should be giving her a balanced diet and recommended Hilary’s Blend. Hilary provided a custom recipe for Kona that incorporated catfish, cheese and tofu as the protein sources. A year and a half later Kona is thriving. She has gone from 81/2 lbs to a healthy 10 lbs. Her coat is thicker and she has tons of energy. She can go for a 10 km hike, chasing her ball the whole way, and still want to play. I feel better having control over her diet and knowing Kona that the recipe ensures complete nutrition for her liver condition. I have total confidence that her home cooked diet will keep her feeling healthy and give her as long a life as possible without creating unnecessary complications.