Learn About Chronic Renal (Kidney) Failure in Cats

If your cat has been diagnosed with chronic renal failure, also known as kidney failure, you probably already know the disease can't be cured. The good news is that in many cats the speed at which the disease progresses can be slowed with proper care. In...

Acute kidney failure can affect cats of any age, whereas chronic kidney failure tends to occur mostly in senior cats. Therefore it is highly recommended for owners of cats over the age of seven to have them undergo blood work and urine tests during their...

Feline kidney failure, commonly a disease of older cats, has no known causative agent. Trauma, urinary disease and bladder stones can all lead to renal failure and veterinary care can be extensive and life-long. Treatment usually includes prescribed...

Kidney disease is common among cats. It can be congenital or it may be acquired. The risk of kidney disease increases as your cat ages. The kidneys filter your cat's blood, maintain normal blood pressure and stimulate the production of red blood cells...

A puppy that has symptoms of renal failure may be diagnosed with Juvenile Renal Disease. Unfortunately, the prognosis for dogs with this disorder is very poor, though there are some dietary modifications and medications that can be used to help.