To seek apt treatment for canine kidney failure or dog kidney failure first thing is to know about the symptoms so that the problem can be diagnosed. Some of the symptoms which indicate kidney disease may be excessive water consumption, weakness, lethargy, frequent urination or inability to urinate and loss of appetite. At this stage, it is better to consult a veterinarian. The veterinarian may suggest drugs like Epogen to treat anemia that is connected to kidney failure. He also prescribes IV fluids for toxin removal. The doctor may also prescribe phosphate binder.
Apart from that, certain things that you must do for your dog is as follows:
- It is vital to feed the pet with diet that is lower in minerals, proteins and salt if he is having kidney failure. It is also better to avoid milk products and organ meats.
- You must provide lot of water to your dog.
- It is important to take the dog for periodic body checkups and urinalysis.
- Multivitamin health supplements like vitamin C and B complex can also help. Omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin E helps in slowing down progression of kidney disease.
- You may also consult a holistic vet who can prescribe some home remedies that would be apt for treating kidney disease in dogs.
If the problem is chronic hospitalization will be a wise decision. The doctor may prescribe diuretics and vasodilators, to initiate urine production. Peritoneal dialysis may also be attempted depending on the condition of the dog.
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