Hi Dr. Kris,
Thank you for your time and expertise this week!
I currently have two almost-five-year old cats, but have had cats previously. I had the sad misfortune to lose most of them to kidney disease, and two were quite young when we lost them. At the time, we managed with sub Q fluids at home, potassium and other supplements when needed, and, towards the end, offering canned and baby food to keep them eating; those cats were free-fed kibble their entire lives.
Other making sure the cats have plenty of water and feeding less kibble, is there anything one can do to prevent kidney problems?
Thank you for your time and expertise this week!
I currently have two almost-five-year old cats, but have had cats previously. I had the sad misfortune to lose most of them to kidney disease, and two were quite young when we lost them. At the time, we managed with sub Q fluids at home, potassium and other supplements when needed, and, towards the end, offering canned and baby food to keep them eating; those cats were free-fed kibble their entire lives.
Other making sure the cats have plenty of water and feeding less kibble, is there anything one can do to prevent kidney problems?