The kidneys are silent heroes in your cat’s body, crucial in filtering out toxins. When kidney function declines, waste accumulates, potentially causing severe health issues. The good news? You can support your cat’s kidney health right at home with just a few simple habits, helping your furry friend stay healthy and live longer.

1. Adjust their diet: Low phosphorus, easy to digest, and nutrient-rich

One key principle in kidney care is reducing phosphorus intake. While phosphorus is essential, excess amounts can burden weakened kidneys, accelerating damage.

An ideal kidney-support diet for cats should:

  • Contain low levels of phosphorus

  • Be easily digestible

  • Provide high-quality protein, vitamins, and essential minerals

Some specially formulated cat foods are designed to meet these criteria. Vet’s Selection Cat Kidney Care, available in two natural flavors—PP (pork) and BP (beef)—is one such option. Made from natural ingredients, it provides essential nutrients while maintaining controlled phosphorus levels, easing kidney workload, and keeping your cat’s appetite satisfied.

2. Encourage daily water intake – a simple but powerful strategy

Water is your cat’s kidneys’ best friend. Without enough fluids, the kidneys must work harder to filter out toxins from concentrated urine, increasing the risk of damage over time, especially in breeds prone to kidney issues, like Persians or older cats.

Because cats often don’t feel thirsty until it’s too late, you can encourage hydration with these tips:

  • Place multiple water bowls around the house

  • Use a pet water fountain—cats love running water

  • Mix water into dry food to boost fluid intake

  • Consider switching to wet food or combining wet and dry meals

Some therapeutic diets, including kidney care formulas, are designed with a moist texture or are easily mixed with water to help support hydration naturally.

3. Add activated charcoal – an extra filter to reduce toxins

Think of your cat’s kidneys as a water filter. When they weaken, harmful substances can remain in the bloodstream. Here’s where activated charcoal becomes a game-changer—it acts like a secondary filter, absorbing toxins in the gut before they enter the bloodstream.

You don’t need to give your cat separate charcoal supplements. Some advanced kidney-support diets already include it. Vet’s Selection Kidney Care features Health Carbon®, a high-purity activated charcoal that safely absorbs harmful substances. This reduces the toxin load on the kidneys, helping maintain overall health.

This product also includes other beneficial nutrients, such as:

  • Yeast-derived nucleotides for cellular repair

  • DHA/EPA from fish oil for anti-inflammatory support

  • Fermentable fibers and digestive enzymes for gut health, which indirectly support kidney function

Start kidney care today – invest in your cat’s long life

Kidney care is often overlooked—until issues arise. But with just three simple actions:

  • Adjusting their diet
  • Supporting hydration
  • Using activated charcoal for toxin control

…you can help your cat’s “filter system” stay healthy and functional.

Let your love show through every meal by choosing nutritionally balanced, kidney-friendly food with clean ingredients, low phosphorus, and smart additions like activated charcoal. It’s a small change that impacts your cat’s long-term well-being.