Unfortunately, cats’ kidneys tend to wear out. As discussed in a previous column, many diseases can affect these organs. Unlike other vital organs, such as the liver, the kidneys are not capable of ...

As cats age, maintaining proper kidney and bladder function often becomes more challenging. Felines derive much of their daily fluid intake from both fresh water and wet food. They also get essential ...

Chances are if you have a cat or know someone with a cat, you have encountered feline kidney disease. Kidney disease is one of the most common problems in cats. Cats older than 7 are most at risk, and ...

Symptoms of chronic kidney disease (CKD) in humans can come on slowly and since they can also be indicators of other diseases, it can be tough to know that you’re experiencing kidney problems. Nausea, ...

It’s one of the leading causes of death for cats, but there is no cure and no known cause: kidney disease. One in 12 older cats has chronic kidney disease, according to Banfield Pet Hospital’s ...

My husband and I had four cats and lost one to pancreatitis. Now our 15-year-old cat has apparently developed chronic kidney disease. Our vet has placed him on a prescription diet called K/D. Our ...

(Learn more about hyperparathyroidism due to kidney failure in cats. Picture credit: Sigrid Gombert / Getty Images) Hyperparathyroidism due to kidney failure in cats happens when the body produces too ...

Why do we hear so much about aging cats and kidney failure? What is it about the species that makes it prone to this life-threatening — and often life-ending — problem? Veterinary science hasn't yet ...