My dog has stage 4 kidney failure, not eating. Is she beyond help?

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My dog is diagnosed with stage 4 renal failure. Creative value was off the chart, bun 130, phos 16.1 is she beyond help b/c not eating much & lethargic. Or can I do something natural to make it better. Pet's info: Dog | Shetland Sheepdog | Female | spayed | 13 years and 10 months old | 17.5 lbs

Stephanie Echols, DVM · Accepted Answer

I am so sorry to hear Princess isn't felling well. The best way to help her feel better is hospitalizing her on IV fluids. This will help flush out some of the toxins her kidneys aren't filtering and could bring down the phosphorus. There are medications to add to her diet to help bind the phosphorus but this is only effective if she is eating. If she isn't eating, those numbers will only continue to climb without IV fluid support. Even with IV fluids, she may not improve but this is her best option. If that is not a possible option for you, I would consider her quality of life. If she no longer is eating, drinking, or interested in normal daily tasks, her quality of life is poor. Making these decisions are never easy but as long as you are keeping Princess's best interests in mind, you will make the right one. Good luck and hugs and kisses to Princess!

My dog has stage 4 kidney failure, not eating. Is she beyond help?

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