How to help your cat if it is suffering from weak kidneys


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24/7 sleepy kitty? Kidney problems can be to blame, especially in older cats. — dpa

The longer a cat lives, the more likely it is to have kidney problems. Chronic kidney disease is the most common cause of death among older cats. And while it’s not curable, there are things you can do to make life a little easier for your pet.

The disease is characterised by a gradual progression of symptoms that most pet owners don’t notice, according to experts from Germany’s federal association for animal health.

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