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Why is my dog shivering with high BUN/CREA? Is it kidney failure?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shih Tzu | Male | unneutered | 6 years and 7 months old | 12 lbs

Hes been shivering alot and he has high BUN CREA test result.. Is it kidney failure?

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Answered By Andrea M. Brodie, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on October 7th, 2018

High BUN and CREA does point to a problem with the kidneys. Your veterinarian who took the blood ahou;d have discussed thee results with you. Unfortunately without the entire blood panel I cannot evaluate your dog's results and a clinical exam also would be a necessary part of that. Shivering a lot could be a sign of pain or fear or also just not feeling well. I suggdest you take Brad back to the vet for a recheck.

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