Dog kidney support

Why Need Dog kidney support

About Dog Kidney Disease

In humans, the heart is the organ most likely to cause health problems as we age. In canines, it’s the kidneys. Kidney problems are among the top causes of illness and death in older dogs. Two common types of canine kidney problems are:

Chronic renal (kidney) failure

Kidney stones

Renal (kidney) failure, as its name implies, is when the kidney fails to filter impurities out of the blood and concentrate the urine. Acute kidney failure is often the result of ingesting toxins and is sometimes reversible. Chronic kidney failure sneaks up more gradually and is a leading cause of death in dogs.

Treating kidney disease in canines

If your dog is suffering from any form of kidney disease, you should see your vet discuss conventional treatment options. These include intravenous fluid treatment, dialysis (artificial blood filtering), various drugs, and even kidney transplants.

A low sodium diet is often recommended, as high blood pressure often accompanies kidney failure. A reduced protein diet is also often recommended.