Fresh look, improved formula
We have made the following improvements to CompleteMe Renal Feline:
- The freeze-dried venison fillet has been removed. This is primarily to allow all cats with food allergies, including cats allergic to ruminant protein, to safely use the product. Please also see below for more information on this change.
- Astaxanthin from organic marine algae has been added - a potent antioxidant with new research supporting its use for patients with kidney disease. Lutein has been removed.
- Australian blue mussel has been added, and New Zealand green-lipped mussel has been removed. Testing has shown that Australian blue mussel is a more concentrated source of the omega-3 fatty acids, EPA and DHA.
- Yeast fermentate (a postbiotic) has been added. Postbiotics may reduce uraemic toxins and support gut health in cats with kidney disease.
All other ingredients and benefits remain the same, and the dose per kilogram of food has remained the same.
With respect to the removal of the wild venison fillet, this decision also reflects emerging research suggesting that meat from certain game animals, including wild rabbit, venison, and goat (and excluding kangaroo), may in some instances contain lead ammunition fragments. Based on current information, occasional exposure is not generally considered likely to result in adverse effects; however, the implications of regular, long-term consumption as a consistent dietary component are not yet fully understood and may warrant caution. The available evidence in the pet nutrition context remains limited and continues to develop. We will monitor new research and update our formulations or guidance as appropriate.
CompleteMe® Renal Feline
CompleteMe® Renal Feline contains essential nutrients, omega-3, fibre, and therapeutic compounds to create a balanced renal diet with low phosphorus at home.
Hypoallergenic formula with no added poultry, beef, lamb, dairy, egg, or pork.
Includes Australian blue mussel and marine algae for omega-3, natural betaine for kidney support, prebiotic resistant starch to reduce uraemic toxins, and astaxanthin for antioxidant support.
Formulated for the management of:
- Early chronic kidney disease (IRIS stage 1-2)
- Advanced chronic kidney disease (IRIS stage 3-4)
- Acute kidney injury
For homemade diets only; not suitable for commercial diets. Suitable for raw or cooked diets, depending on preference.
Must be used with our simple feeding guides to create a therapeutic diet. Choose the meats and other ingredients you would like to use and add CompleteMe® Renal Feline to ensure the diet is balanced and appropriate.
Both the product and feeding guides were developed by VNG's two Board Certified Veterinary Nutritionists®, Dr Becca Leung and Dr Meredith Wall.
Pairs well with
CompleteMe® Renal Feline
Key benefits
Omega-3 fatty acids from Australian blue mussels
May help reduce kidney fibrosis. Research has also shown that DHA in particular, has renoprotective effects in cats.
Betafin® natural betaine
Assists with weight maintenance and has been shown to have osmoprotective effects in the kidney. We only include natural (not synthetic) betaine, derived from beets.
Astaxanthin from marine algae
Astaxanthin is a powerful antioxidant that reduces oxidative stress in the kidney. It also has anti-inflammatory and antifibrotic effects.
Prebiotic fibre from green banana resistant starch
May reduce production of uraemic toxins by gut bacteria. Resistant starch, in particular, may reduce serum phosphorus.
How to use CompleteMe Renal Feline
CompleteMe® Renal Feline contains essential nutrients, omega-3 fatty acids, and fibre to create a balanced, low phosphorus renal diet at home.
It can be added to a range of raw or cooked meats, and other ingredients to produce meals suitable for either:
- Early kidney disease (IRIS stage 1-2)
- Advanced kidney disease (IRIS stage 2-4)
Discuss with your veterinarian whether feeding raw meat is suitable for your cat and household.
We provide flexible feeding guides/recipes for cats with both early and advanced kidney disease
- Choose the meat and other ingredients you want to use
- Feed as much variety as you want
- Make food with restricted phosphorus, controlled calcium and sodium, varying protein and added omega 3 and antioxidants
- Moderate fat and novel protein options are available.
For complete instructions and ingredient choices, check out our new flexible feeding guides:
Therapeutic feeding guides for cats
Nutritional information
Calcium, betaine (Betafin®), taurine, potassium, choline, marine algae (DHAgold™), Australian green banana resistant starch, yeast fermentate (TruMune®), Australian blue mussel, sea salt, organic astaxanthin, organic barley grass, vitamin E, zinc chelate, iron chelate, vitamin B complex, copper chelate, vitamin K1, manganese chelate, vitamin A, selenium chelate, iodine, vitamin D3.
| Protein (min) | 4.9 g |
| Total lipids (min) | 3.8 g |
| EPA + DHA (min) | 0.70 g |
| Calcium (min) | 7.1 g |
| Magnesium (min) | 0.36 g |
| Phosphorus (min) | 0.10 g |
| Potassium (min) | 6.2 g |
| Sodium (min) | 1.5 g |
| Iron (min) | 125.9 mg |
| Zinc (min) | 194.3 mg |
| Copper (min) | 12.1 mg |
| Manganese (min) | 18.7 mg |
| Selenium (min) | 0.37 mg |
| Taurine (min) | 17.0 g |
| Iodine (min) | 2.4 mg |
| Vitamin A (min) | 6190 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin E (min) | 382.5 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2+D3) (min) | 2019.0 IU |
| Thiamin (min) | 67.8 mg |
| Riboflavin (min) | 67.7 mg |
| Niacin (min) | 93.5 mg |
| Pantothenic acid (min) | 78.7 mg |
| Vitamin B6 (min) | 12.2 mg |
| Vitamin B12 (min) | 0.37 mg |
| Choline (min) | 3693 mg |
| Folate (min) | 13958 mcg DFE |
CompleteMe Renal Feline is only suitable for adult cats with kidney disease. Do not use for kittens, or pregnant or lactating females. This product is not suitable for human consumption. Use only in the stated amount. Do not add to commercially available diets for cats.
Allergen disclaimer: Some items contained in the products may contain traces of soy, milk, eggs, nuts, shellfish, fish, and cereals containing gluten present in the manufacturing environment. Given this, we cannot and do not guarantee that any of the products are safe for pets with allergies to consume, or for pet parents with allergies to handle.
Yield: One 40 g sample bag makes approximately 1-2 kg of food.
One 200 g bag makes 133 (60 gram) meals or about 2 months' of food.
Storage and care instructions: Please store in the fridge to promote freshness. Do not introduce moisture into the bag; ensure your teaspoon is clean and dry.
Shipping and returns:Shipping: Postage options and pricing will be provided at the checkout. At this time we are shipping to Australia, Singapore, Hong Kong and New Zealand.
Returns: For food safety reasons we are not able to accept returns. If you believe your product is faulty, please get in touch with us and we will be happy to assist.
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CompleteMe Renal Feline FAQs
Does this make a diet similar to commercial renal diets for cats?
Yes, when used with our feeding guides, CompleteMe Renal Feline will produce diets with a similar phosphorus content to commercial renal diets.
We have feeding guides for both early and advanced kidney disease, and the protein, fat, calcium, and phosphorus varies in the diet, depending on the stage of disease.
We try to provide a greater level of antioxidant and omega-3 enrichment in our diets, compared with commercial renal diets, and to supplement other beneficial additives like fibre and betaine.
Can I use raw meat?
Yes, CompleteMe Renal Feline can be used with raw or cooked meat, like chicken breast or thigh, kangaroo, turkey, or pork. We recommend using human-grade meat, and freezing any meat to be fed raw for a minimum of 10 days. For areas with Trichinella, please freeze pork for 3 weeks before use.
In areas with highly pathogenic avian influenza, we recommend not feeding raw poultry of any kind.
Can I add this to canned food or kibble?
No, CompleteMe Renal Feline should never be added to any type of commercial diet, including canned diets or kibble. This could result in harmful excesses of some nutrients. This product should only be used to make a homemade diet for kidney disease.
However, it is fine to feed a homemade renal diet along with a commercial renal diet, so long as both diets are appropriate and properly formulated. For example, feeding 50% Royal Canin Early Renal canned diet and 50% homemade renal diet would be fine.
Can I just add this to meat only? I don't want to follow a recipe/guide.
Our feeding guides/recipes include meat only, with some other recommended additives like omega-3 fatty acids and fibre. You don't have to add carbohydrates like rice or potato if you don't want to.
We recommend using our guides/recipes, because they explain how to combine fattier and leaner meats to achieve the preferred protein and phosphorus content for the diet.
If you add CompleteMe Renal Feline to just any meat, you may end up feeding a diet that is too low or high in protein, or too low or high in phosphorus, for your cat's medical needs.
My cat is allergic to chicken, can I use this?
Yes, CompleteMe Renal Feline does not contain any poultry protein (chicken, turkey or duck), or any egg protein. It also does not contain fish, beef, lamb, venison, dairy, pork, wheat, corn, or rice.
It does contain animal-derived protein from:
- Blue mussels
What is the shelf-life for this product?
For our CompleteMe Renal Feline, the best-by date will be a maximum of 11-12 months. There are several, important reasons for this.
As our products contain freeze-dried foods, we want to ensure these foods are fresh and that the fatty acids don't oxidise. Even when freeze-dried, some polyunsaturated fatty acids are at high risk of oxidation, meaning ingredients like mussel or egg yolk can become rancid.
We also understand that some vitamins degrade over time, during storage. This means we need to ensure that the product contains a safe and appropriate amount of these nutrients from the date of manufacture until the best-by date. These nutrients should not be too high initially, or too low following storage. 12 months is the maximum time we can therefore ensure optimal freshness, nutritiousness, and safety.
What is your refund policy?
All items from our online store are sold on a non-returnable basis unless defective. Please choose carefully, as refunds will not be given for 'change of mind' or accidental purchase of the wrong product.
Please check that all items received are what you have ordered. If you have received an incorrect item, please do not open it. We will not accept any returns or provide refunds of items that have been opened, tampered with, or not in their original condition. Please let us know within 5 days of receiving your items.
If you believe that the product you have received is faulty or not as described, please get in touch as soon as possible. As per Australian consumer law, a refund or replacement will be provided.
Compassionate refunds (for example, following the death of a pet) will be dealt with on a case by case basis - please get in touch.