A case report on Chronic Kidney Disease in a dog at Madras Veterinary College, TANUVAS , India

Abstract

In this case study, the clinical and biochemical findings of chronic kidney disease(CKD) and proposed therapeutic recommendation in a geriatric dog is presented. The predominant signs in the affected dog were anorexia, vomition, dullness, weight loss, oral ulcers, polyuria, and polydipsia, pallor of mucosa and recumbency. Blood picture revealed mild increase in neutrophil. Serum urea nitrogen, creatinine and phosphorus levels were significantly elevated. The International Renal Interest Society (IRIS) staging system was used for the staging and treatment of the affected dog. The dog met the criteria for Stage 4 because its blood creatinine was >5 mg/dL. Though the prognosis is poor, proper medication and dietary supplement was given which can increase the lifespan of the affected dog.