The causes of renal failure
Many owners feel guilty or to assume that there was something I could have done to prevent the disease from your dog, but this is rarely the case. Common causes include:
• Congestive heart failure
• Shock causing inadequate blood flow
• The urethra or bladder rupture
• Urinary Tract Obstruction
• Lyme disease
• Leptospirosis
• poisoning, primarily from antifreeze
• Genetics
• Kidney disease
• Some prescription drugs
• Diabetes mellitus
Signs and Symptoms
Drink and urinate more frequently are generally the first symptoms that most owners notice immediately. Even dogs that have never had a problem in the past may start having accidents in the house because he can not hold it. This is because the kidneys are not capable of adequately concentrating urine. Extend urine production occurs, resulting in excessive thirst and dehydration. As kidney function decreases, ammonia, acids, nitrogen and other residues remaining in the blood and tissues. All dogs are different, so yours may experience one or all of the following symptoms:
• Lethargy
• Vomiting
• Lack of appetite
• Weight loss
• Depression
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Acute blindness
• Blood in the urine
Treatment
The symptoms should never be dismissed, and self-diagnosis and treatment is dangerous. It is vital that you see a traditional or holistic veterinarian to determine the severity of the disease and what treatment method is most appropriate.
Maintaining hydration is essential, many dogs will have to undergo fluid therapy. It is often recommended that the protein is limited to the diet as it is difficult for the dog to metabolize. However, some veterinarians believe that while the given protein is considered high biological value, in fact, may be beneficial.
A personalized diet may be required, which consists of a high level of polyunsaturated fatty acids and potassium. Phosphate binders and vitamin D supplements are often given to treat the dog kidney failure, and to help improve balance and reduce side effects. Depending on the severity, medications such as antihypertensive, enalapril and erythropoietin may be prescribed. In more advanced cases, dialysis or a kidney transplant may be necessary.
