Symptoms of renal failure in dogs

Once a dog suffers from renal failure, the kidneys will lose their function of expelling waste and toxins. Over time, toxins will accumulate in the body. Common symptoms include loss of appetite, lack of energy, vomiting and even bloody stools. As symptoms worsen over a long period of time, corresponding problems will occur in the urinary system. The most common symptoms are frequent thirst, polyuria or anuria.

Types of kidney failure in dogs

1. Chronic renal failure: Chronic renal failure is one of the most common diseases in elderly dogs. Since some diseases only become apparent when the kidney tissue is extensively destroyed, many elderly sick dogs usually die from diseases such as uremia. Symptoms include vomiting, lack of energy, loss of appetite, etc.
2. Acute renal failure: Acute renal failure refers to a sudden decrease in the glomerular filtration rate caused by local ischemia in the pet's body, or drug poisoning in a short period of time, which causes the Hanle cells of the proximal renal tubules and ascending loops to deteriorate. Cause water and salt metabolism imbalance.

Treatment of renal failure in dogs

1. Infusion therapy: The traditional treatment method is infusion therapy, which has relatively good results for early-stage sick dogs, but the development of In the later stage, the resistance effect is likely to not achieve the desired effect.
2. Peritoneal dialysis: This is currently the most effective method, but it is less effective for dogs with more serious conditions. Although the treatment effect is good, the treatment cost is not only much higher, but it is also more likely to cause abdominal infection.
3. Diet control: You must choose dog food reasonably, and prescription food is the best choice. It can effectively help dogs recover during treatment. The gastric digestive system of dogs is different from that of humans. Less salt and less sugar has become a dietary standard recognized by owners. Follow the doctor's reasonable advice and strictly control your diet.