Canine Renal Failure
Canine renal failure refers to when your dog's kidneys are starting to fail. There are two types of the disease - one called Acute and the other Chronic. Both forms of the disease are extremely serious and both will need urgent medical attention. The signs and symptoms of the disease can be very debilitating for your dog, however just because your dog has developed the disease does not mean that your dog is definitely going to die. Yes the prognosis is not positive but it really depends on how much damage has already taken place internally - consequently the earlier you spot the symptoms the better the chances your pooch will have in leading a relatively long life.
The causes of Acute and Chronic Kidney disease may differ so we will explain both. Acute:
* Heart disease can cause this condition
* Foreign poisons including ingestion of antifreeze can also be a contributory factor.
* It is also thought that some antibiotics can cause the disease
* If your dog has had a sudden impact like being hit by a car - this can also cause the kidneys to fail.
Chronic:
* Heart disease is a cause
* If your dog has developed diabetes it is worth getting your dog regularly checked
* Poison is another cause
* Again a sudden impact can also trigger the disease.
The symptoms of Chronic renal failure may include:
* Sudden and very extreme weight loss
* Your dog may start being sick and vomit on occasions
* You may notice behavioral changes in your dog and he may appear quite depressed
* Although constipation is a symptom of the disease, diarrhea can also be a symptom too.
* You may notice that your dog seems weaker than before
* Get close to your dog and smell his breath as their may be a smell of ammonia to it.
* Your dog may have pain that is specifically around your dog;s kidneys
* Watch your dog's water bowl - how much is he drinking - extreme thirst is a very common symptom.
The symptoms of Acute Canine Renal Failure can include:
* Pain may occur around the kidneys
* You may notice that your dog will either urinate more often or not go at all.
* Your dog may be extremely thirsty and drink lots of water.
Canine renal failure refers to when your dog's kidneys are starting to fail. There are two types of the disease - one called Acute and the other Chronic. Both forms of the disease are extremely serious and both will need urgent medical attention. The signs and symptoms of the disease can be very debilitating for your dog, however just because your dog has developed the disease does not mean that your dog is definitely going to die. Yes the prognosis is not positive but it really depends on how much damage has already taken place internally - consequently the earlier you spot the symptoms the better the chances your pooch will have in leading a relatively long life.
The causes of Acute and Chronic Kidney disease may differ so we will explain both. Acute:
* Heart disease can cause this condition
* Foreign poisons including ingestion of antifreeze can also be a contributory factor.
* It is also thought that some antibiotics can cause the disease
* If your dog has had a sudden impact like being hit by a car - this can also cause the kidneys to fail.
Chronic:
* Heart disease is a cause
* If your dog has developed diabetes it is worth getting your dog regularly checked
* Poison is another cause
* Again a sudden impact can also trigger the disease.
The symptoms of Chronic renal failure may include:
* Sudden and very extreme weight loss
* Your dog may start being sick and vomit on occasions
* You may notice behavioral changes in your dog and he may appear quite depressed
* Although constipation is a symptom of the disease, diarrhea can also be a symptom too.
* You may notice that your dog seems weaker than before
* Get close to your dog and smell his breath as their may be a smell of ammonia to it.
* Your dog may have pain that is specifically around your dog;s kidneys
* Watch your dog's water bowl - how much is he drinking - extreme thirst is a very common symptom.
The symptoms of Acute Canine Renal Failure can include:
* Pain may occur around the kidneys
* You may notice that your dog will either urinate more often or not go at all.
* Your dog may be extremely thirsty and drink lots of water.
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