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Kidney Insights
A trusted source for AIM-based research and kidney health knowledge—featuring scientific insights, emerging theories, and cellular perspectives for feline care.
Can Cats Adapt to Changes in Protein Intake? What It Means to Protect a Cat’s Kidneys — Part 9
Cats can adjust how much protein they use for energy as intake changes, but too little dietary protein can still lead to body protein loss.
What Does Easing the Kidneys’ Workload Mean for a Carnivore? What It Means to Protect a Cat’s Kidneys — Part 8
Lower protein intake can reduce urea production, but preserving kidney function and maintaining adequate nutrition are different challenges for cats.
How Did Renal Diets Become an Important Part of Care? What It Means to Protect a Cat’s Kidneys — Part 7
A trial of cats with stage 2 or 3 CKD found fewer uremic episodes and kidney-related deaths with a renal diet, even without significant changes in creatinine.
Are Better Numbers the Same as Better Health? What It Means to Protect a Cat’s Kidneys - Part 6
A study of 32 healthy cats found that lower creatinine did not necessarily mean better kidney filtration, highlighting the importance of body composition.
Did Kidney Disease Begin on the Day It Was Diagnosed? What It Means to Protect a Cat’s Kidneys - Part 5
A study of 569 cats with CKD found weight loss patterns before diagnosis, highlighting why weight trends matter more than a single measurement.
Why Read SDMA Alongside Creatinine? What It Means to Protect a Cat’s Kidneys - Part 4
In a study of 21 cats with CKD, SDMA rose before creatinine in 17. Discover why kidney test results should be read alongside your cat’s history.