1. Excrete waste from the body  

2. Regulate the bodies water content  

3.Regulate the bodies acidity levels 

4.Regulate Regulate the bodies blood salts levels the production of a variety of hormones and other substances found in the body.

5.Regulate the production of a variety of hormones and other substances found in the body.

As you can see, apart from there being a massive overuse of the word 'Regulate', them there ol’ kidneys are pretty darn important! And that is why CKD is so dangerous if left untreated. 

Anywho… Back to the topic at hand! To help you understand the main causes of CKD a bit better, we’ve outlined the 2 key factors that you need to watch out for to either keep your kitty safe OR understand what caused CKD in your furball in the first place!

Ready? Awesome! Lets go:

Cause 1: Pre Existing Medical Conditions

The most common cause of CKD is actually something you, the loving cat owner, can’t prevent.

 

Pre-existing medical conditions, just liked they’re named are pre-existing. This often means your precious kitty has been born with some form of kidney insufficiency already. This over time, with age, will get worse.

 

Pre-existing conditions could include but are not limited to:

 

1) Birth defects

2) Trauma

3) Hypercalcemia

4) Kidney tumours

5) Bacterial infections

6) Inflammation of the kidneys (Glomerulonephritis)

 

As these are impossible to 'prevent', we suggest scheduling regular vet checkups and keeping an eye on your cats behaviour in case of any changes.

 

But the truth is, it's tough to notice the existence of these issues until your kitty becomes unwell. And as a loving cat parent, you have to be kind to yourself and realise you can't solve every problem before it happens. 

 

Cause 2: Poisoning

This is a little rarer, but equally as important to keep an eye out for. CKD can sometimes result from toxic poisoning of the kidneys.

 

And this is where you have to be vigilant. Because kidney damage can occur if your cat has been exposed to any of the following toxins:

 

1) Antifreeze

2) Lilies

3) Grapes

4) Raisins

 

In the case of grapes and raisins, we suggest keeping them in the fridge. For lilies, its best to not keep them in the house at all.

 

If feel your cat has ingested one of the above, get in contact with your vet immediately. They will advise you on what to do next.

 

For your cat’s vet to gain an understanding of the causes that may have led to your cats CKD, they will need to carry out tests of your cat’s blood and urine.

 

They will also carry out tests to help you understand if any of the underlying causes mentioned above may have contributed to the progression of this condition.

 

Following these tests you will have a better understanding as to whether your cats CKD was caused by a Congenital condition (one that has been present since birth) or an acquired condition (one that has developed in later life).

 

One of the most important things to remember is that it is no longer about the causes but how you are going to care for your cat going forward, whether that be with medication or via therapy, including for example a prescription diet.

 

Remember, a diagnosis of CKD is by no means a death sentence. 

Research has shown that cats who receive the correct but simple care and treatment can improve their life expectancy. 

Giving you the opportunity to enjoy many more happy years with your beloved pet, whilst they enjoy the best quality of life. 

Thankfully veterinary medicine has advanced so there are a range of treatments to help your furkiddo.

It often starts with shifting your cat onto a specialty renal diet (which has been formulated to contain less protein and less phosphorus, which helps reduce the strain on your cats kidneys).

If you want to learn more about this, we suggest speaking with your vet.

You may also wish to consider putting your cat on vet-approved omega 3 essential fatty acid supplements.

Although research with Omega 3 and cats is still at an early stage, we do know they assist humans in dealing with kidney disease. 

Not only that take a look at the Scruffy Paws Kidney Vitalize Chews the active ingredients inside them (Astragalus extract & Rhemannia extract) have been scientifically backed to help reduce proteinuria (a leading marker of kidney disease). ²

In fact 1000's of cat parents in the US have been using them to support their cats kidney health... And with 100+ 5-Star reviews & US vets loving it, find out what the hype is about below:

Scruffy Paws Kidney Vitalize Chews rocketed onto the market in 2018  and immediately started making waves on social media and in the news. Now, it’s one of the highest rated kidney support treats with over 300+ reviews!

Three years later, the already advanced formula has taken another leap forward and is better than ever.

Below are some of the game changing benefits that make ‘the Kidney Vitalize’ chews an absolute no brainer for cat parents.

Feline CKD can leave a cat parent feeling helpless

Currently, the main treatment is the vet approved 'kidney diet'

This form of 'reduced protein' kibble is designed to put less strain on your cats kidneys...

Unfortunately, a lot of cats don't like it (the reduced animal protein content doesn't make it very palatable for cats who are obligate carnivores).

Now look... if your cat is happy chowing down on that reduced protein kibble, thats great!

It has been shown to help

However, if your kitty isn't a fan... you're left asking the unenviable question:

"Do I force my cat to eat this tasteless kibble (knowing full well a lot would rather starve) or feed my kitty regular food which may not help their kidneys either?"

This is where the Kidney Vitalize Chews come in.

Each delicious chicken (or duck) flavoured chew is jam packed with science backed, herbal active ingredients that provides kidney supporting goodness (even when your cats diet may be doing the opposite)

Finally giving you a chance to take control against this frustrating condition.

Studies show 1 in 3 of cats over the age of 10 can be affected by kidney issues^1.

Thats why its super important to be proactive with your cats kidney health in general.

You can do this by making sure your kitty is hydrated, ideally eating a wet diet and staying away from lillies, grapes and the other items stated above.

You can also give your kitty the Kidney Vitalize Chews.

Our natural ingredients provide a gentle kidney support for cats of all ages (provided they are ages 1 year and above).

You can even start with 1 chew per day to get the ball rolling on your furkiddos kidney health.

The two active ingredients in the chews are unique extracts of Astragalus Root and Rehmannia Root. 

These two herbs have long been known for their kidney supporting benefits.

This is due to their anti-inflammatory properties, where they help promote the blood flow  and help reduce oxiditave stress in your kitty.

A study showed that a combination of Astragalus and Rehmannia Root Extract had a 91% 'effective' rate in helping treating kidney issues. It was markedly effective for proteinuria, hematuria, improvement and recovery of renal functions. It showed no adverse effects on functions of liver, kidney, heart and GI tract. ²

Meaning they're great for your kitties health.

Thats right, we take the health of your kitties super duper seriously. 

As a result all of our goodies are manufactured in the USA. Giving you the peace of mind knowing you're giving your furball something thats not only delicious... but made to the highest quality standards.

The Kidney Vitalize Chews have been a massive hit in the pet world and changed the lives of countless pets in the USA.

In light of these incredible results, it's important to note that the Kidney Vitalize Chews aren't a magic cure for CKD. 

Truthfully, CKD as an illness is incurable. And if anyone says they do have a "cure" for the condition - that simply isn't true and you should run.

As cat parents all we can do is manage the condition and optimise our furkiddos lives to be as pleasant as possible.

If you're really worried about your cats health and they are showing real signs of illness, please visit your vet.

That said, if you're looking to help improve the quality and longevity of your cats life - Kidney Vitalize Chews are a help.

Where can you get them for your Cat?

The Kidney Vitalize chews are only available online.

Due to this extreme demand, Scruffy Paws Nutrition cannot guarantee stock will be available beyond today. As a result, owners are being urged to grab the chews now whilst there are tubs available.

Scruffy Paws has received several glowing testimonials and the products have helped 1000s of cats across the USA.

The best part?

Scruffy Paws provides FREE SHIPPING for all new customers, so you’d be silly not to give it a try.

*Update*: Due to the high demand, Scruffy Paws is limiting reserved presale orders to 6 tubs per customer.