Feline Kidney Disorder

The difficulty with any feline kidney disorder is, when it becomes clinically recognizable and/or a blood test shows evidence of kidney dysfunction, we are dealing with a condition that requires constant management at best. Cats can live a full, active life for years with Feline Chronic Renal Failure (Feline CRF) - it is not a "sudden-death" sentence. There are many ways to help your cat and improve his quality of life. Consult your holistic veterinarian for appropriate diet and other treatments for your cat since each cat has his own individual needs. Additionally, you can augment this treatment by offering your cat Acupressure Treatments that can support and strengthen his kidney function.

From a western medicine perspective, a cat experiencing kidney disease may exhibit the following signs: poor appetite, extreme thirst, weight loss, dehydration, vomiting, or frequent urination. There are a number of websites available for people to learn more about feline kidney disorders from the current conventional viewpoint: www.vetontheweb.com/article4.html; www.ivillage.com/pets; www.felinecrf.com.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), the kidneys are often referred to as the "Root of Life." The kidneys store the original "essence" of the body and are responsible for growth, reproduction, and physical development. The kidneys are the foundation of all Yin and Yang energy in the human or feline body. Any insult to the kidneys or dysfunction of the kidneys is seen as critical.

From a TCM practitioners perspective, indications of kidney imbalance include all of the above mentioned signs as in western medicine as well as: shallow respiration (more exhalation than inhalation) or wheezing; loose or loss of teeth; profuse, clear urination; dull coat or sticky-looking fur; premature graying of the face; fragile bones; loss of hearing or other ear problems; slow healing of an injury; and lethargy.
Of course, the goal is to avoid having your cat experience any kidney problems at all throughout his life. You can help maintain the health and vitality of his kidneys by performing on-going Acupressure Maintenance Treatments that support kidney function along with attention to his diet and providing a toxin-free environment, plus a good balance of exercise, rest, mental stimulation, affection, and other lifestyle enhancements.

The following Acupressure Treatment is specifically for optimal functioning of the kidneys. It can be used for both perfectly healthy cats to help prevent kidney issues and for cats whose kidney function is already compromised. By offering your cat this treatment, you are giving him a gift of life for whatever time you have to enjoy his lovely fuzzy body.