How to make my dog with end-stage kidney failure comfortable at home?

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My dog is in end stage Kidney failure. He's been at an emergency hospital on fluids for a few days and will be coming home tomorrow morning. I know this will be his last stretch. I have already prepared a batch of kidney friendly homemade food. Whatelse can I do to help make him feel good for as long as possible? Is Pedialyte a good option to help keep him hydrated? Any other suggestions to keep him comfy until our "see you laters"? Pet's info: Dog | Chihuahua | Male | neutered | 13 years and 11 months old | 5.4 lbs

Rodrigo Roca, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello, sorry to hear about Memi. I think all of those things are great measures to take for when Memi comes home. You do not need to supplement with Pedialyte as this also has electrolytes which are typically not well regulated with kidney diseases. Ensuring there are adequate quantities of water bowls may be sufficient. Depending on Memi's degree of kidney diseases and you comfort level, your veterinarian may recommend that you administer fluids under his skin on a daily basis. Hope this helps and best of luck.

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