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Urine analysis in senior cats
In addition to regular check-ups, which usually include a blood test, a urine test is also recommended for senior cats aged 9-13 years. Especially for the examination of the cat’s kidney health, it can provide valuable information, as it is produced directly in the kidneys. Urine production is a kidney filtration process, the reduction of which can indicate the possible presence of chronic...
The End – CKD on Stage IV
Not every cat goes through all stages perceptibly for the cat owner. Especially in stage 4, however, the health problems and impact of Chronic Kidney Disease are clearly visible. Therefore, the focus in this end stage is to alleviate the symptoms and to stabilize and, if possible, improve the cat’s quality of life. The cat’s last days of life should be made as comfortable as possible...
Chronic Kidney Disease on Stage III
According to IRIS (International Renal Interest Society), the third stage of chronic kidney disease (CKD) is characterised by clinical signs. If the symptoms are mild, the cat is in early stage 3, if the clinical symptoms are numerous and severe, the cat is in late stage 3 according to IRIS. Stage 3 Due to the increasingly reduced kidney performance (up to 25% remaining), more urinary...
Chronic Kidney Disease on Stage II
IRIS recommends certain treatments and procedures as well as therapy for the cat in the second stage. A further distinction is made between staging before and after treatment. A cat may be considered to be in a later stage before treatment and then ideally " returns" to an earlier stage within treatment.