Kidney disease (i.e., renal insufficiency, renal failure) affects many pets, particularly older cats and dogs, and has many contributing causes, including: Breed predisposition Dogs — bull terriers, German shepherds, Alaskan malamutes Cats — Persians, Abyssinians, Siamese, Maine Coons Normal aging changes Toxin ingestion (e.g., antifreeze, grapes, raisins, medications) Metabolic diseases (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) Infections (e.g., [...]