Is my cat with PKD in pain? When should I consider euthanasia?

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Is PKD painful ? How to identify when death is near? Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Female | 7 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! This disease is not considered to be necessarily painful. It is more of a debilitating disease. Usually what I tell my clients is that the moment to consider euthanasia is when our pets stop doing the things that they love. For example, they develop poor appetite, stop interacting with you, or stop being herself in general. Usually that is the right time to consider euthanasia especially if there is nothing else that can be done to improve her status. Good luck!

Is my cat with PKD in pain? When should I consider euthanasia?

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