FOUNDATION FOR FELINE RENAL RESEARCH
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Love cats? Join our quest for a cure! Kidney Disease kills 1 in 3 cats--we raise awareness, & provide grants for the best evidence-based humane research!
FoundationForFelineRenalResearch.org
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We thank, from the bottom of our hearts, everyone who donated to support Feline CKD research during our annual awareness campaign. With your help, we WILL create a healthier, brighter future for cats.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
April 1, 2025 at 12:55 PM
We thank, from the bottom of our hearts, everyone who donated to support Feline CKD research during our annual awareness campaign. With your help, we WILL create a healthier, brighter future for cats.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
A big "thank mew" to everyone who helped us spread the word about Feline Chronic Kidney Disease during our annual awareness campaign! We appreciate your help.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
April 1, 2025 at 12:53 PM
A big "thank mew" to everyone who helped us spread the word about Feline Chronic Kidney Disease during our annual awareness campaign! We appreciate your help.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
As our annual awareness campaign draws to a close, please keep in your thoughts the #cats who are bravely battling #FelineCKD, and the beloved cats whose battles with the disease have ended. We love them all. We're proud to work in their honor every day towards a Feline CKD-free future.
March 31, 2025 at 4:52 PM
As our annual awareness campaign draws to a close, please keep in your thoughts the #cats who are bravely battling #FelineCKD, and the beloved cats whose battles with the disease have ended. We love them all. We're proud to work in their honor every day towards a Feline CKD-free future.
3. Know what's normal for your cat: This will help you spot problems earlier. Keeping a journal can help.
Feline CKD is complex, and there is so much more to know; please check out our website--we have lots of info for learning and sharing. foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
Feline CKD is complex, and there is so much more to know; please check out our website--we have lots of info for learning and sharing. foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
March 30, 2025 at 2:54 PM
3. Know what's normal for your cat: This will help you spot problems earlier. Keeping a journal can help.
Feline CKD is complex, and there is so much more to know; please check out our website--we have lots of info for learning and sharing. foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
Feline CKD is complex, and there is so much more to know; please check out our website--we have lots of info for learning and sharing. foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
2. Know the signs of #FelineCKD: Be alert to signs of illness, such as excessive thirst, excessive urination, weight loss and lethargy. If something seems not quite right, don't delay, see your vet right away.
March 30, 2025 at 2:54 PM
2. Know the signs of #FelineCKD: Be alert to signs of illness, such as excessive thirst, excessive urination, weight loss and lethargy. If something seems not quite right, don't delay, see your vet right away.
On this #CatBoxSunday, let's unpack and review some Feline Chronic Kidney Disease basics (thread):
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
1. Keep up with your cats' vet checkups: Yearly, twice yearly for seniors.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
1. Keep up with your cats' vet checkups: Yearly, twice yearly for seniors.
March 30, 2025 at 2:54 PM
On this #CatBoxSunday, let's unpack and review some Feline Chronic Kidney Disease basics (thread):
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
1. Keep up with your cats' vet checkups: Yearly, twice yearly for seniors.
#Cats, #FelineCKD.
1. Keep up with your cats' vet checkups: Yearly, twice yearly for seniors.
Feline Chronic Kidney Disease will claim approximately 1 in 3 of our beloved #cats!!
Please: LEARN, SHARE, AND BE PROACTIVE!!
LEARN about #FelineCKD,
SHARE to make everyone aware,
BE PROACTIVE--get regular vet checkups, & be aware of the signs of Feline CKD.
1 in 3 is one too many!! #Caturday.
Please: LEARN, SHARE, AND BE PROACTIVE!!
LEARN about #FelineCKD,
SHARE to make everyone aware,
BE PROACTIVE--get regular vet checkups, & be aware of the signs of Feline CKD.
1 in 3 is one too many!! #Caturday.
March 29, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Feline Chronic Kidney Disease will claim approximately 1 in 3 of our beloved #cats!!
Please: LEARN, SHARE, AND BE PROACTIVE!!
LEARN about #FelineCKD,
SHARE to make everyone aware,
BE PROACTIVE--get regular vet checkups, & be aware of the signs of Feline CKD.
1 in 3 is one too many!! #Caturday.
Please: LEARN, SHARE, AND BE PROACTIVE!!
LEARN about #FelineCKD,
SHARE to make everyone aware,
BE PROACTIVE--get regular vet checkups, & be aware of the signs of Feline CKD.
1 in 3 is one too many!! #Caturday.
#FelineCKD claims the lives of approximately 1 in 3 of our beloved #Cats. Our mission is to raise awareness, & support humane research.
Like what we do? We need YOU! Take the Challenge-spread the word, & please donate what you can! 1 in 3 is one too many! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org.
Like what we do? We need YOU! Take the Challenge-spread the word, & please donate what you can! 1 in 3 is one too many! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org.
March 28, 2025 at 5:44 PM
#FelineCKD claims the lives of approximately 1 in 3 of our beloved #Cats. Our mission is to raise awareness, & support humane research.
Like what we do? We need YOU! Take the Challenge-spread the word, & please donate what you can! 1 in 3 is one too many! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org.
Like what we do? We need YOU! Take the Challenge-spread the word, & please donate what you can! 1 in 3 is one too many! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org.
A Feline Chronic Kidney Disease diagnosis can feel overwhelming. If you are caring for a cat with CKD, we have resources to help you. #Cats, #FelineCKD. www.foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/ckd-resource...
March 27, 2025 at 8:43 PM
A Feline Chronic Kidney Disease diagnosis can feel overwhelming. If you are caring for a cat with CKD, we have resources to help you. #Cats, #FelineCKD. www.foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/ckd-resource...
It's time for another Smarty-Cats quiz!
What's the best way to detect Feline Chronic Kidney Disease as early as possible? Guess in the comments, or just test yourself at home. Not sure? Look through our feed and you'll know the answer to this question, & much more! #FelineCKD
What's the best way to detect Feline Chronic Kidney Disease as early as possible? Guess in the comments, or just test yourself at home. Not sure? Look through our feed and you'll know the answer to this question, & much more! #FelineCKD
March 26, 2025 at 12:54 PM
It's time for another Smarty-Cats quiz!
What's the best way to detect Feline Chronic Kidney Disease as early as possible? Guess in the comments, or just test yourself at home. Not sure? Look through our feed and you'll know the answer to this question, & much more! #FelineCKD
What's the best way to detect Feline Chronic Kidney Disease as early as possible? Guess in the comments, or just test yourself at home. Not sure? Look through our feed and you'll know the answer to this question, & much more! #FelineCKD
#FelineCKD is a huge problem! So, what are we doing about it? Please learn more about our work and, while you're at our website, please donate so we can continue to support groundbreaking research. Thank you. foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
#Cats, #Caturday.
#Cats, #Caturday.
March 22, 2025 at 5:40 PM
#FelineCKD is a huge problem! So, what are we doing about it? Please learn more about our work and, while you're at our website, please donate so we can continue to support groundbreaking research. Thank you. foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
#Cats, #Caturday.
#Cats, #Caturday.
OK Smarty-Cats, let's test your #FelineCKD knowledge! Guess in the comments, or just test yourself at home. The answer will be posted tomorrow.
Which of the following is NOT a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease?
A. Drinking less than usual,
B. Eating less than usual,
C. Lethargy,
D. Weight loss.
Which of the following is NOT a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease?
A. Drinking less than usual,
B. Eating less than usual,
C. Lethargy,
D. Weight loss.
March 19, 2025 at 6:54 PM
OK Smarty-Cats, let's test your #FelineCKD knowledge! Guess in the comments, or just test yourself at home. The answer will be posted tomorrow.
Which of the following is NOT a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease?
A. Drinking less than usual,
B. Eating less than usual,
C. Lethargy,
D. Weight loss.
Which of the following is NOT a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease?
A. Drinking less than usual,
B. Eating less than usual,
C. Lethargy,
D. Weight loss.
This is serious!! If you love #cats, you need to know about #FelineCKD! Please learn more, and please share to raise awareness--thank mew!! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/about-feline...
March 18, 2025 at 2:58 PM
This is serious!! If you love #cats, you need to know about #FelineCKD! Please learn more, and please share to raise awareness--thank mew!! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/about-feline...
One of the few weapons in our Feline Chronic Kidney Disease management arsenal is a special CKD diet. If your cat has #FelineCKD, speak to your vet--a special diet (reduced in phosphorus, and tailored to your cat's needs) may help your kitty feel better, and may slow disease progression.
March 17, 2025 at 2:52 PM
One of the few weapons in our Feline Chronic Kidney Disease management arsenal is a special CKD diet. If your cat has #FelineCKD, speak to your vet--a special diet (reduced in phosphorus, and tailored to your cat's needs) may help your kitty feel better, and may slow disease progression.
And, do a kindness to community cats in your area by keeping lilies out of gardens as well. No lilies for kitties--they are wildly toxic! #Cats.
March 16, 2025 at 3:25 PM
And, do a kindness to community cats in your area by keeping lilies out of gardens as well. No lilies for kitties--they are wildly toxic! #Cats.
LILIES ARE HIGHLY TOXIC TO CATS! The petals, pollen, and even the vase water can cause ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY, RENAL FAILURE AND DEATH! Cats who survive are often left with PERMANENTLY IMPAIRED KIDNEY FUNCTION!
Please keep lilies out of homes with kitties! PLEASE SHARE!
Please keep lilies out of homes with kitties! PLEASE SHARE!
March 16, 2025 at 3:25 PM
LILIES ARE HIGHLY TOXIC TO CATS! The petals, pollen, and even the vase water can cause ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY, RENAL FAILURE AND DEATH! Cats who survive are often left with PERMANENTLY IMPAIRED KIDNEY FUNCTION!
Please keep lilies out of homes with kitties! PLEASE SHARE!
Please keep lilies out of homes with kitties! PLEASE SHARE!
Well worth repeating: Blood pressure checks are very important, especially for senior #cats, and they are underutilized!
Pls check out our blog to learn more about hypertension, #FelineCKD, & making BP checks less stressful for your cat: www.foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/blog/feline-...
Pls check out our blog to learn more about hypertension, #FelineCKD, & making BP checks less stressful for your cat: www.foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/blog/feline-...
March 15, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Well worth repeating: Blood pressure checks are very important, especially for senior #cats, and they are underutilized!
Pls check out our blog to learn more about hypertension, #FelineCKD, & making BP checks less stressful for your cat: www.foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/blog/feline-...
Pls check out our blog to learn more about hypertension, #FelineCKD, & making BP checks less stressful for your cat: www.foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org/blog/feline-...
It's time to talk about blood pressure!! Do your #cats get blood pressure checks? They're especially important for seniors.
#FelineCKD can cause & worsen hypertension, & hypertension can cause kidney damage, & many other issues, including blindness. Please share!!
#FelineCKD can cause & worsen hypertension, & hypertension can cause kidney damage, & many other issues, including blindness. Please share!!
March 13, 2025 at 2:08 PM
It's time to talk about blood pressure!! Do your #cats get blood pressure checks? They're especially important for seniors.
#FelineCKD can cause & worsen hypertension, & hypertension can cause kidney damage, & many other issues, including blindness. Please share!!
#FelineCKD can cause & worsen hypertension, & hypertension can cause kidney damage, & many other issues, including blindness. Please share!!
This cutie DARES you to take our Feline Kidney Month™ Challenge! Please help us fight Feline Chronic Kidney Disease by LEARNING, SHARING & DONATING! Every cat lover needs to be aware of #FelineCKD, & to fund research, we really need YOU! Thank you! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
March 12, 2025 at 1:56 PM
This cutie DARES you to take our Feline Kidney Month™ Challenge! Please help us fight Feline Chronic Kidney Disease by LEARNING, SHARING & DONATING! Every cat lover needs to be aware of #FelineCKD, & to fund research, we really need YOU! Thank you! foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
Okay smarty-cats, let's test your #FelineCKD knowledge: What disease can mask Feline Chronic Kidney Disease?
A. Diabetes,
B. Hypertension,
C. Hyperthyroidism,
D. Hypothyroidism.
Guess in the comments below, or just test yourself at home. The correct answer will be posted tomorrow.
A. Diabetes,
B. Hypertension,
C. Hyperthyroidism,
D. Hypothyroidism.
Guess in the comments below, or just test yourself at home. The correct answer will be posted tomorrow.
March 10, 2025 at 2:07 PM
Okay smarty-cats, let's test your #FelineCKD knowledge: What disease can mask Feline Chronic Kidney Disease?
A. Diabetes,
B. Hypertension,
C. Hyperthyroidism,
D. Hypothyroidism.
Guess in the comments below, or just test yourself at home. The correct answer will be posted tomorrow.
A. Diabetes,
B. Hypertension,
C. Hyperthyroidism,
D. Hypothyroidism.
Guess in the comments below, or just test yourself at home. The correct answer will be posted tomorrow.
Weight loss in #cats can be a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease or other serious illness.
Do you weigh your kitties at home? Regular weigh-ins can help you spot weight loss early, so underlying health problems can be promptly addressed. #FelineCKD.
Do you weigh your kitties at home? Regular weigh-ins can help you spot weight loss early, so underlying health problems can be promptly addressed. #FelineCKD.
March 9, 2025 at 2:22 PM
Weight loss in #cats can be a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease or other serious illness.
Do you weigh your kitties at home? Regular weigh-ins can help you spot weight loss early, so underlying health problems can be promptly addressed. #FelineCKD.
Do you weigh your kitties at home? Regular weigh-ins can help you spot weight loss early, so underlying health problems can be promptly addressed. #FelineCKD.
Our classic crazy cat is back to remind you that #FelineCKD is a HUGE problem!
Please share, visit our website to learn more, and please donate so we can continue to fund research to fight this terrible disease. Thank you very much. #Cats.
foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
Please share, visit our website to learn more, and please donate so we can continue to fund research to fight this terrible disease. Thank you very much. #Cats.
foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
March 8, 2025 at 4:45 PM
Our classic crazy cat is back to remind you that #FelineCKD is a HUGE problem!
Please share, visit our website to learn more, and please donate so we can continue to fund research to fight this terrible disease. Thank you very much. #Cats.
foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
Please share, visit our website to learn more, and please donate so we can continue to fund research to fight this terrible disease. Thank you very much. #Cats.
foundationforfelinerenalresearch.org
Lab results can be confusing, especially when coupled with the stress of a #FelineCKD diagnosis.
This article by Washington State University can help you understand what they really mean. Pay special attention to BUN, creatinine, and phosphorus. #Cats. hospital.vetmed.wsu.edu/2022/01/12/u...
This article by Washington State University can help you understand what they really mean. Pay special attention to BUN, creatinine, and phosphorus. #Cats. hospital.vetmed.wsu.edu/2022/01/12/u...
March 7, 2025 at 3:46 PM
Lab results can be confusing, especially when coupled with the stress of a #FelineCKD diagnosis.
This article by Washington State University can help you understand what they really mean. Pay special attention to BUN, creatinine, and phosphorus. #Cats. hospital.vetmed.wsu.edu/2022/01/12/u...
This article by Washington State University can help you understand what they really mean. Pay special attention to BUN, creatinine, and phosphorus. #Cats. hospital.vetmed.wsu.edu/2022/01/12/u...
Do you and your vet know about the International Renal Interest Society? Using various criteria, IRIS' team of veterinary nephrologists provide a Feline Chronic Kidney Disease staging system, and management guidelines. Learn more: www.iris-kidney.com/iris-guideli.... #Cats, #FelineCKD.
March 6, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Do you and your vet know about the International Renal Interest Society? Using various criteria, IRIS' team of veterinary nephrologists provide a Feline Chronic Kidney Disease staging system, and management guidelines. Learn more: www.iris-kidney.com/iris-guideli.... #Cats, #FelineCKD.
Is your cat drinking and urinating more than usual? This can be a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease. Don't delay--call your vet today. #Cats, #FelineCKD.
March 5, 2025 at 3:47 PM
Is your cat drinking and urinating more than usual? This can be a sign of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease. Don't delay--call your vet today. #Cats, #FelineCKD.