TCVM Blood Building Food For Cats in Kidney Failure
How Does a Blood Building Diet Help Cats in Kidney Failure? I know it sounds odd, but a blood-building diet often helps cats in kidney failure. When you see the term “Blood deficiency,” the first thing that pops into your mind is anemia, right? Although anemia and Blood deficiency aren’t exactly the same, the concepts […]
Kidney Failure in Cats: When is It Time for Euthanasia?
Whether or not you decide to euthanize your cat is always a personal decision. If you decide to euthanize, deciding when to euthanize can also be a very difficult and painful decision. The end of a pet’s life is very emotional, making clear decisions difficult. Making the decision in advance will help you to not […]
Navigating Kidney Failure in Cats’ Final Stages
Navigating kidney failure in cats’ final stages doesn’t have to break your heart. However, because chronic renal failure is a progressive disease, the outcome will ultimately be death. The following five treatments are necessary to manage end-stage renal failure. 1. Subcutaneous Fluid Administration As renal insufficiency progresses, oral fluid intake cannot keep pace with fluid losses. […]
Medical Treatments for Cat Kidney Failure
Do you know the four goals of treatment for cats with renal failure? Decrease signs of uremia including gastritis and inappetence Regulate fluids, electrolytes, minerals, and acid-base status Provide optimal nutrition Retard progression of CKD Hopefully, with early diagnosis and proper management, your kitty can live a productive life free of feline CRF symptoms. To prolong […]
My Cat Has Renal Failure! What is His Life Expectancy?
Unfortunately, kidney disease traumatizes both the pet owner and their feline family member. This article guides you through the end-stage treatment options and explains your cat’s prognosis, life expectancy, and quality of life issues. But first, cat kidney problems can be sudden (acute renal failure) or gradual (chronic renal failure). Distinct differences exist between the […]
Why Diagnostic Cat Litter Could Save Your Cat’s Life
Well, let’s think about it for a minute. Maybe your cat hates the vet. Fluffy gets stressed whenever he has to get in his carrying crate. He hisses and pants. You know stress isn’t good for poor Fluffy. But, as Fluffy ages, you know the importance of routine vet visits. Is there a way to […]