What Is Feline Kidney Failure?
Feline kidney failure is a condition that occurs when your cat’s kidneys stop functioning properly. The kidneys work by filtering out toxic substances from your cat’s bloodstream. When your cat eats, the food is converted into energy by certain cells in the body. The waste product from this are called urea and creatinine, and they are toxic to your cat. Normally, the kidneys would filter these waste products out. If the kidneys are not working properly, they can’t do their job. If these waste products reach a certain level, they can be very harmful to your cat’s health, and will eventually cause death. There are two types of kidney failure. • Acute renal failure is usually caused by an infection, injury or urinary blockage. It occurs when the kidneys shut down suddenly and, although in some cases it is manageable, it requires urgent and immediate attention from a vet. • Chronic renal failure is caused when the kidneys lose their function over a period of time. The most common cause for
