What Causes Kidney Problems?
The following are some causes of both chronic and acute kidney problems: • High blood pressure • Infection • Immunological disease • Congenital or hereditary disease • Cancer • Decreased blood flow to kidneys • Kidney trauma • Urinary obstructions such as kidney stones • Exposure to toxins, especially antifreeze What Are Some Signs of Kidney Problems? If your cat shows any of the following symptoms, please take her to see your veterinarian. • Appetite loss/decrease • Weight loss • Vomiting or diarrhea • Lethargy or depression • Dehydration • Change in water consumption • Pain in the kidney area • Litter box aversion • Mouth ulcers • Bad breath • Constipation • Bloody or cloudy urine • Urinating in abnormal places or pain when urinating • Stumbling, acting drunk Which Cats Are Prone to Kidney Problems? Kidney disease is most prevalent in older cats, but can occur in cats of any age. Cats can be born with abnormal kidneys that never function properly. Some breeds, like Persians, are pred
