Kidney Guide

How Do I Provide Assisted Feeding to My Cat?

How Do I Provide Assisted Feeding to My Cat?

When providing assisted feeding (also referred to as syringe feeding or forced feeding) to a cat with CKD to ensure they get the nutrients they need, the cat’s safety and...

How Do I Provide Assisted Feeding to My Cat?

When providing assisted feeding (also referred to as syringe feeding or forced feeding) to a cat with CKD to ensure they get the nutrients they need, the cat’s safety and...

A cat being spoon-fed (assisted feeding) a meal. Cats with kidney disease may lose their appetite and refuse to eat. By Greycoat Research.

Is Assisted Feeding Necessary for Cats with CKD?

Though painful, assisted feeding is a necessary consideration for anyone caring for a cat with CKD. Common symptoms in CKD include a loss of appetite and weight loss, and this...

Is Assisted Feeding Necessary for Cats with CKD?

Though painful, assisted feeding is a necessary consideration for anyone caring for a cat with CKD. Common symptoms in CKD include a loss of appetite and weight loss, and this...

A cat vomiting rainbows. Vomiting is a common symptom in cats with kidney disease. By Greycoat Research.

My Cat Started Vomiting! What Should I Do?

Vomiting is a common symptom in cats with kidney disease, and can lead to dehydration and intensification of the disease if left untreated. If your cat starts vomiting, refrain from...

My Cat Started Vomiting! What Should I Do?

Vomiting is a common symptom in cats with kidney disease, and can lead to dehydration and intensification of the disease if left untreated. If your cat starts vomiting, refrain from...

A cat about to eat a fish. Omega-3 can be good for cats with kidney disease, but should not be given in excess. By Greycoat Research.

How Much Omega-3 Should I Feed My Cat?

When giving cats omega-3, you should be giving them approximately 100 mg of EPA + DHA a day. This is the general amount recommended for maintaining their health. However, if...

How Much Omega-3 Should I Feed My Cat?

When giving cats omega-3, you should be giving them approximately 100 mg of EPA + DHA a day. This is the general amount recommended for maintaining their health. However, if...

A nurse cat making sure everything is in order to administer subcutaneous fluids for kidney disease. By Greycoat Research.

What Should I Watch Out for When Administering Subcutaneous Fluids to My Cat?

Subcutaneous fluid therapy is highly effective at managing CKD in cats, but only if the therapy is administered properly.

What Should I Watch Out for When Administering Subcutaneous Fluids to My Cat?

Subcutaneous fluid therapy is highly effective at managing CKD in cats, but only if the therapy is administered properly.

A cat trying to choose the right fluid therapy. Both intravenous and subcutaneous fluids can help with feline kidney disease care. By Greycoat Research.

Intravenous Fluids or Subcutaneous Fluids? Which Is Better?

Both intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous (subQ) therapy have their pros and cons, and the choice between them depends on your cat’s condition, and the purpose of the therapy.

Intravenous Fluids or Subcutaneous Fluids? Which Is Better?

Both intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous (subQ) therapy have their pros and cons, and the choice between them depends on your cat’s condition, and the purpose of the therapy.