How to Manage Kidney Failure in Cats

If your cat has been diagnosed with chronic renal failure, also known as kidney failure, you probably already know the disease can't be cured. The good news is that in many cats the speed at which the disease progresses can be slowed with proper care. In many of these cats, managing chronic renal failure can provide additional years of life for the cat and provide the cat with a good quality of life.

Things You'll Need

  • Veterinary diet for chronic renal failure
  • Electric water fountain
  • Long, shallow bowl
  • Deep bowl
  • Prescribed medications

Instructions

    • 1

      Feed your cat the diet specified by the veterinarian each day at the times specified.

    • 2

      Set up an electric water fountain to encourage your cat to drink additional fluids.

    • 3

      Provide your cat with a long, shallow dish to encourage your cat to drink additional fluids.

    • 4

      Provide your cat with a deep bowl to encourage your cat to drink additional fluids.

    • 5

      Ensure all water bowls are full of fresh, clean water at all times.

    • 6

      Monitor you cat for symptoms of dehydration, and provide subcutaneous fluids whenever the cat needs additional fluids.

    • 7

      Administer all medications to your cat as prescribed by your veterinarian.

    • 8

      Provide your cat with a warm, cushioned bed where he can feel secure.

    • 9

      Ensure your cat has ready access to a clean litter box.