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RE: Kitty Diet Question

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Posted by: cyclopsgrl at Mon Jul 24 18:13:48 2006  [ Report Abuse ] [ Email Message ] [ Show All Posts by cyclopsgrl ]  
   

My 15 year old, Stanley, was diagnosed with CRF when he was 14 1/2. My vet explained that Kidney Failure is one of the most common diseases in older cats. That and thyroid problems. Cancer is always up there, as well... She explained that something has to give eventually when they get older and usually it is kidneys. That said, he's been on Science Diet KD (for kidney disease) for several months and is doing well. Very slow progress in his numbers increasing. She explained that he can do well for a couple years at this rate with his kidneys before intervention would be needed (Sub-Q fluids, etc.)

His brother from the same litter has great looking kidney values and is benefiting from eating the KD, as well... It struck one brother at this age, but not the other. I am sure, with time, Pookey will have Kidney or other problems as he ages.

I have had wonderful luck with the Nutro Max and Natural Choice foods up until I switched totally to KD six months ago.

I think Stanley's kidneys will probably outlast him. He has a brain swelling problem that is in remission for now, but will flare at some point. However, I am keeping a close eye on his kidney values as you never know... The Science Diet KD is working wonderfully at slowing progress.

I just don't think it is a food you want to feed all their life. Cats need protein when they are younger -- they slow protein intake when they become Seniors.
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Tammy
Stanley and Pookey


   

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