What cat breeds are less prone to kidney disease and live longest?

It can be quite variable and depends a little on the stage of disease (which takes in to account creatinine value, any protein in the urine, and blood pressure), and how affected the cat is when it is detected. There are also other disease processes that can exacerbate kidney blood value elevation (creatinone) so these should be ruled out if not already (such as a kidney infection, high blood pressure). Some cats were early stage kidney disease can live years potentially. A diet change may be recommended to slow progression and if hydration is an issue an owner can learn how to give fluids at home. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Kidney disease in cats, in most cases, is caused simply by a loss of function overtime. I think we see this more in cats because they tend to live longer than dogs, sometimes on the upward end of 15 to 20 years. As the pet ages, so do the cells that make up the kidneys, and this results in a loss of function (kidney insufficiency). In theory, yes we can preserve kidney function by adding more water to their diet. But I think that at some point the kidneys will still lose function because that is what happens naturally as the pet ages. With all that said, I still encourage owners to feed their cats wet food and use kitty water fountains whenever possible, to preserve kidney function for as long as physically possible.

Don't apologize, I'm glad to answer your questions! Studies have shown that cats on a renal diet live on average of two years longer than cats who also have chronic kidney disease but aren't on a renal diet. So you are doing the right thing by feeding Smokey this diet. You can give him the vaccine, it will not effect his kidneys. Water intake should never be less. It's important for him to drink plenty of water so he does not dehydrate. I recommend getting a pet water fountain for him. It provides a continuous source of fresh water, and encourages pets to drink. I have one for my cats, and they love it. I hope this helps!

John, I'm sorry to hear of the mild kidney problem with Dusty and Stitch. There are several excellent prescription cat foods that are for kidney support. I would start with the brand your veterinarian recommends. If they don't like it try another until you find what they like. Your veterinarian will recommend periodic blood tests to monitor their kidney function and will add medication or fluids if that becomes necessary. Many cats live long active lives even with some kidney issues so with good care they should be fine for several years or more.

If you are looking at getting another kitten this should be fine. I would make sure you are getting Knopa checked on a regular basis. A test that may help stage her level of kidney disease would be the SDMA test. This test checks for a kidney biomarker that will help in staging the kidney disease and also detect early changes related to the kidneys. If she is not doing well, now may not be the time to get a new kitten as introducing another cat to the environment may stress Knopa out.

Hello. A known congenital defect is probably an indication to avoid this kitten. She will require very regular checks of her remaining kidney function to make sure any issues are addressed early on. If the breeder is willing to present this kitten to you free of charge, you must make it your business to factor in at least some additional care for the life of this kitten. She may do quite well, but without a more definitive diagnosis of what the abnormal kidney is, it is impossible to say how she may do. BUT, people & animals can certainly live long healthy lives with just one kidney. You will just need to be more proactive with her lifelong health care if you decide to take her. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

So sorry to hear that Side Kick passed away. He was very handsome. Your vet is correct, he was most likely born with a congenital kidney issue. If you wanted to know for sure, a necrospy (autopsy) would have been needed and tissue samples would have to have been analyzed by a laboratory. Without that testing there is no way to know for sure. I don't know if it was something you did or fed him. Any possibility he could have eaten something toxic? For future reference, a high seed diet is not really recommended for most birds. I don't think it had anything to do with the kidney issues but you may want to consider a different diet if you get another bird. I suggest a diet made by Lafeber. ( https://lafeber.com/pet-birds/bird-food-guide/ ) Hope this helps. Again, I am sorry for your loss. Best wishes.