Like all mammals, cats have two kidneys located in the abdomen, which perform a wide variety of important roles, including : 1. Removing toxins from the blood 2. Maintainin… See more

Because CKD is such a common disease in cats, routine screening of all mature and older cats can help early diagnosis, which in turn may prolong a good quality of life. Yearly or t… See more

Cats with CKD are more likely to become dehydrated (due to the reduced ability of the kidneys to conserve water). Maintaining a good fluid intake is therefore very important, … See more