Bonita Veterinary Hospital

Kidney Disease In Cats - Renal Disease

Kidney disease (also known as renal disease) is a very common problem in cats. It is primarily older or geriatric cats that are affected, but younger cats can be affected as well. About 1 in 3 geriatric cats have renal disease. One of the most common misconceptions we hear owners say when discussing renal disease is that their pet is urinating, so its kidneys are working just fine.

Bonita Veterinary Hospital

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8 months ago

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