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Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a common, progressive and debilitating disease in cats, affecting a large number of cats crossing consulting room tables in veterinary clinics. The prevalence of feline CKD increases with age. Geriatric cats in general often develop some degree of kidney disease. […]

The feline kidneys are paired organs that reside in the dorsal abdomen. One is situated on the left and the other on the right. […]

The crucial functions of the kidneys include removing toxins and excess water from the body; maintaining water, salt and acid balance; producing hormones and maintaining normal blood pressure. […]