What is Canine Kidney Disease?
Kidney disease in dogs involves any insult to the kidneys. If the problem persists, it can lead to chronic or acute kidney failure. Chronic kidney failure is one of the major causes of illness and death in older dogs. Most dogs suffering from chronic kidney disease are seven to ten years of age, or older. Kidney stones are mineral deposits that form in a dog’s kidneys. They irritate the bladder lining and can even block a dog’s urinary tract. Common Symptoms • Your dog’s frequency of urination increases • Blood in your dog’s urine • Your dog suffers obvious discomfort or pain while urinating • In a severe case, your dog may be unable to urinate There are many possible causes of kidney disease in dogs. Certain breeds are more likely to develop kidney disease. Poor diet is often to blame. In particular, dogs placed on a strictly dry diet (or a diet with a high mineral content) are more likely to suffer from kidney disease. If your dog is suffering from kidney disease, you should consider
