Canine Kidney Disease : Signs and symptoms to know

How to know the Symptoms and Signs of  CKD "Canine Kidney Disease ". 

 Definition of  CKD "Canine Kidney Disease ":

    Canine kidney disease is a serious condition that can develop over time or appear suddenly, without warning. 
Identify the common signs and symptoms so you can call your vet for advice. 
You will need Dog water ,dog food and veterinarian. 
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Step 1. Watch your dog to see if he drinks more water than usual. 
Dehydration is an early sign of kidney disease. 
Always provide your dog with plenty of fresh drinking water. 
Measure the water you given them to see if the amount they drink increases or decreases. 
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Step 2. Determine whether or not your dog is urinating more than usual. 
See if you have to make more trips outside during a day, or whether your dog starts having accidents inside the house.
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Step 3. Take note if your dog is constantly tired and unwilling to play. 
Monitor your dog's energy level to help spot other potential problems. 
Don't feed your dog grapes or raisins. 
They can cause kidney failure, particularly in dogs with other health problems. 
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Step 4. Be sure that your dog is eating their food and not losing weight, as loss of appetite can signal kidney disease. 
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Step 5. Check your dog's coat to see that it isn't thinning or drier than usual.
Look at the dog's mouth, and make sure his tongue isn't a brown color, there aren't any ulcers, and that the dog's breath doesn't have an ammonia-like smell. 
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Step 6. React at the first symptoms of kidney disease.
 Many of the physical signs occur only in the final stages of the illness, when 75 percent or more of the kidney tissue has been destroyed. 
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Step 7. Take your dog to the veterinarian if the dog shows any signs of canine kidney disease. 
Follow the vet's advice and change the dog's diet, administer medicines, or do whatever is needed to stabilize or improve the situation. 
Early treatment can prevent a more serious situation. 
Did you know A 2010 study showed that dogs mimic their owners' behaviors and body movements. For instance, when the owner yawned, the dog yawned, too.

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