Renal

Renal refers to anything related to the kidneys. The kidneys are vital organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood, maintaining fluid and electrolyte balance, and regulating blood pressure.

Why It Is Important?

The kidneys remove toxins, waste products, and excess water from the bloodstream, producing urine.

How to Apply to Your Dog?

Feeding a fresh, species-appropriate diet with high-quality proteins from organic, pasture-raised animals is vital for managing Chronic Kidney Disease in dogs, as reducing protein too much can worsen the disease.

Additional Information?

Signs of renal Issues in dogs include increased thirst (polydipsia), frequent urination (polyuria), lethargy, loss of appetite, weight loss, vomiting, diarrhea, bad breath (uremic odor, and pale gums (anemia from reduced erythropoietin production).