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My 7-year-old dog has chronic kidney failure. What's her prognosis?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Medium (23 - 60lb) | Female | 31 lbs

I know it’s very difficult to tell but my 7 year old dog was told she has chronic kidney failure and I’m so sad. Her BUN went from 2.5 to 2.9 and everything else Seems fine she’s stop urinating often and drinks a lot less water and her BUN is also fine. What would be her prognosis or how is it looking like. Any tips on how I can extend her time. Love her so much thank you!

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on June 11th, 2019

Hi there. It would help to see copies of her actual lab results, to get a better idea of exactly what's going on. Without more details, there's really no way for us to say if she has chronic kidney failure or not, what stage she's in, or what treatment options might be helpful. Feel free to post again with a photo of her results, if you wish - we would be happy to try and help.

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