Quartarrah was just diagnosed yesterday after a routine blood test. They said her kidneys are only working a third of what they should be. They sent me home with a 10-day antibiotic and new K/D food.
I was thinking perhaps a feline detox may help (any recipies?) and are there herbal remedies that could reverse this?
I love my cat, and want to give her the best chance possible to survive this longer than the few months the vet said she'd last.
She's 14 years old and has been with me for 13 of them. She's a very feisty calico and has endured much in her life. I know that if there is something out there that could help her, it would work, because she's a fighter.
If anyone has a similar story, please share!
2007-01-06 05:32:32 · 6 answers · asked by ashleysokal 1 in Pets ➔ Cats
There is a better alternative than k/d. After much research and my dog was on it for years, I found this. First let me say that you should research the ingredients of k/d. I have found that not all ingredients are safe for my dog. Not only that, but the company decreased the size of the can and the vet increased the price! My dog was severely overweight and we couldn't get the weight off. I switched her to a different food and get has lost 6 pounds so far and is doing better! Her fur no longer feels oily and she is moving better ( she's 16 this month). Now, I am not using the food I want and am recommending to you (due to availability in my area), but this is definitely something you should research: hi-tor neo diet for cats. http://www.waggintails.com/store/DisplayProduct.php?sku=HTCC-006
Another great one is: http://www.flintriver.com/ProductInfo.asp
Or: http://www.shirleys-wellness-cafe.com/felinekidney.htm
I think any of these sites will help inform you and answer some of your questions. I think, also, that you will change your mind about Hill's Science Diet. My dog has obviously lived many years eating Hill's (she has been on various prescription diet foods for over 1/2 her life including c/d, s/d. w/d and k/d). But, I can see a better dog in her after just 4-6 weeks on a different, healthier food. At 16 and not a small dog, she is old and acts 1/2 her age. We hope to keep her around as long as we can, as I'm sure you want with your Quartarrah. Good luck!
2007-01-06 06:23:39 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
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2016-09-22 22:13:56 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Heal Kidney Disease Forever :
http://NaturallyGo.com/Help
2015-04-08 16:40:28 · answer #3 · answered by lisa 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 17 year old with the start of renal disease. I started him on the K/D diet, both can and dry, he really likes it too. My vet also did some sub q fluid therapy on him for several weeks and that helped. His levels are all back within the normal range. I hope this helps and good luck to your kitty.
I would ask your vet if he/she thought the sub q fluids would help your cat.
2007-01-06 13:50:14 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a 14 yr old male, I love him. I suspected kidney problems and have occasionally added a few granuals of golden seal root to his food. It boosts the immune system make sure to add only a little bit.
2007-01-06 05:41:59 · answer #5 · answered by Dotr 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
sorry buddy i havnt known any one with a cat who has had advanced kidney disease and had the cat survive. I'm very sorry but remember she has spent the best years of her life with you.
2007-01-06 05:42:49 · answer #6 · answered by bookthief17 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋