Familial kidney disease is an umbrella term used to describe various genetically transmitted conditions that impair the ...

More information: Hilla Chen et al, Effects of Paricalcitol on Renal Secondary Hyperparathyroidism and Proteinuria in Dogs With Chronic Kidney Disease, Journal of Veterinary Internal Medicine (2025).

CKD is a progressive condition that leads to kidney failure, primarily affecting older dogs but also occurring in younger ones. RHPT develops when damaged kidneys fail to regulate minerals like ...

Hydration is another critical factor in managing CKD. Encouraging water intake through the use of hydration-friendly diets, water fountains, and owner-administered subcutaneous fluid therapy can help ...