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Ganoderma lucidum (Reishi) has nephroprotective activity. Polysaccharides contained in Ganoderma lucidum helps reduce serum creatinine and nitrogen compounds and albumins in urine of cats and dogs.
Polyphorus umbllatus exhibits antifibrotic properties in relation to cortex and medulla of
the kidney. It supports the inhibition of changes in the cells of renal tubules.
Cyclodextrins form complexes with uremic toxins and reduces their absorption into the body of the cat or dog.
Magnesium carbonate – cations Mg2+ resulting from electrolytic dissociation of magnesium
carbonate bind to phosphate anions derived from food, which results in creating insoluble
salt – magnesium phosphate which is removed from the body.
How to protect dog and cat kidneys?
Kidneys are one of the internal organs where metabolism occurs. Unfortunately, nephrons (functional kidney structure) damage is irreversible. Pet caregivers should be aware of the breed predispositions to kidney malfunctions and examine the animal’s family history in the context of this type of health issues. Predisposition to kidney disorders might be inherited. What is equally important, is to provide an animal with proper nutrition.
How to recognize that a dog or a cat has a kidney disorder?
Most of the symptoms are not specific, including:
- sadness, sometimes apathy
- aversion to food
- excessive drinking
- diarrhoea
- vomiting
In case of the occurrence of one or more aforementioned symptoms, you should contact with veterinarian.
How to support an animal with kidney disorders?
Pet owners should pay attention to eating animal behaviour. „Kidney diet” should include a reduction of the phosphorus compounds. Both, commercial feed and homemade diets are possible. Veterinarians should be informed about the kidney issue that concerns the animal, so will be able to propose a non-harmful treatment.
Longevity and quality of life can be significantly improved by suitable support of an animal with kidney malfunctions.
