News — CKD

Important Advice and Resources for Pet Parents Setting healthy habits for you and your pet in 2024 is a great way to start the new year! Committing to regular exercise, setting a feeding schedule, and scheduling regular veterinary check-ups are important steps for your pet's health and well-being. Between vet visits, you can also use Kidney-Chek to keep an eye on your pet's health, save time and money, and get peace of mind that your pet is healthy! Try our FREE, 2-minute Risk Assessment to see the likelihood that your pet is hiding kidney illness from you AND get 15% off your Kidney-Chek purchase! As a pet owner, it's easy to put your...

The holiday season is the perfect time to show our pets how much we love and appreciate them. Whether it's a new toy or a special treat, a thoughtful gift can bring joy to both you and your furry friend.  This year, why not give the gift of health?  Kidney-Chek's at-home saliva test is a unique and practical gift that can help pet owners detect and manage kidney disease in their cats and dogs! What better gift to yourself and your pets than to extend your pet’s time with you and increase their quality of life!  Apart from that, there...

Kidney disease is a common health condition in pets that can have a significant impact on their overall health and wellbeing. While it is a serious issue on its own, kidney disease is also often linked to other health conditions in pets. Understanding these connections is essential for pet owners to ensure their pets stay healthy and happy. The kidneys play an important role in filtering waste and toxins from the blood, regulating electrolyte balance, and producing hormones that help control blood pressure and red blood cell production. When the kidneys are not functioning correctly, toxins can build up in...

Cats are experts at disguising when they are in pain or not feeling well. But with a careful eye, you can detect subtle signs of illnesses like chronic kidney disease (CKD) and make adjustments to help your cat feel more comfortable. Help Cats Feel More Comfortable and Secure CKD causes fatigue, muscle weakness, and generally makes cats feel unwell. You might notice your cat hiding or sleeping more often, being less social, or not jumping up to surfaces that they used to be able to reach. To address their decreased energy and provide added comfort, you can use comfortable cat...