Standard Process Feline Renal Support: A Holistic Vet’s Honest Review

The following information is a summary and review based on Dr. Candy’s professional experience and recommendations. Any summary or statement has not been provided nor influenced by the manufacturer.

Hey there! I’m Dr. Candy Akers, and I’m here to share my experience and review of Standard Process Feline Renal Support. I’ve been using this nutritional supplement for my cat patients for over 9 years.

I’ll admit, I’ve actually been surprised at the improvement I have seen in my kidney patients. The Feline Renal Support formula has been improving the lives of pets for almost 30 years. Using this supplement, along with an appropriate diet, can lower kidney bloodwork values such as BUN and Creatinine.

But what is more important to me is that your cat FEELS better. This means less over-drinking, less urine in the litter box, better energy, and better body weight.

It’s not a guaranteed switch that makes everything go away overnight, and it won’t instantly turn around a severe chronic kidney failure case. But the Standard Process Feline Renal Support supplement is a natural and proven way to support your cat’s kidneys with the science of nutrition.

I recommend it for all of my kidney disease patients. Below, I’ll give you everything you need to know about this supplement and how to use it for your cat.

Potential Causes of Kidney Disease In Cats

Understanding what leads to kidney disease in cats is key to keeping them healthy. Here’s a quick rundown of common causes:

• Genetics: Some cats inherit conditions that affect kidney health.
• Toxins: Watch out for harmful substances like certain plants and chemicals.
• Polycystic Kidney Disease: This genetic issue causes cysts in the kidneys.
• Urinary Tract Issues: Blockages can pressure kidneys, causing damage.
• Medications: Long-term or high-dose use can harm kidney function.
• Chronic UTIs: Frequent infections can scar kidneys over time.
• Viral Infections: FIV and Feline Leukemia can indirectly harm kidneys.
• Holding Urine: Not going regularly can increase kidney pressure.
• Trauma: Injuries can lead to kidney problems.
• Heavy Metals: Lead or mercury exposure can injure kidneys.

Being aware and proactive can help cat owners spot early signs and seek prompt care, minimizing the risk and severity of kidney disease.

Signs Your Cat Might Need Standard Process Renal Support

Spotting the signs of kidney issues early can make a big difference for your cat. Here’s what to watch for, suggesting your cat could benefit from Standard Process Renal Support:

• Increased Thirst & Urination: Drinking and peeing more, as the body attempts to flush out toxins.
• Weakness: Reduced muscle tone and vitality.
• Urinary Changes: Using the litter box more or inappropriately.
• Lethargy or Depression: Less energy or interest in play.
• Appetite Loss: Eating less, leading to weight loss.
• Vomiting: A sign of the body struggling with toxins.
• Incontinence: Advanced renal dysfunction sign.
• Gastrointestinal Issues: Including drooling, diarrhea, indicating nausea or toxin buildup.
• Weight Loss: Visible decrease due to poor nutrient absorption.
• Vision Changes: Toxin effects on eyesight.

Early detection and intervention, such as incorporating Standard Process Renal Support, can help manage these symptoms and support your cat’s kidney health.

Cat Breeds Prone to Kidney Disease

Some cat breeds are genetically more likely to develop kidney disease. Knowing if your cat is among these can help catch and manage kidney issues early:

• Persian Cats: At risk for Polycystic Kidney Disease, leading to impaired kidney function.
• Maine Coon Cats: Genetic mutations may increase kidney disease risk.
• Siamese Cats: Higher chances of chronic kidney disease due to their genetics.
• Ragdoll Cats: Prone to inherited kidney problems; need careful monitoring.
• Burmese Cats: May have a predisposition to kidney issues.
• Russian Blue Cats: Less common, but can still face kidney health risks.

Awareness and regular vet visits are key to managing kidney health in these breeds, alongside a suitable diet and vigilant monitoring for any signs of kidney disease.

Suggested Uses for Standard Process Feline Renal Support:

• Kidney Disease
• Recurrent UTI’s
• Hyperthyroidism
• Cardiac Conditions
• Liver Disease
• Recovery from Trauma or Surgery
• Senior Cats
• Specific Breeds (See Above)
• Bladder Stones and Crystals
• Blocked Cat
• Perineal Urethrostomy
• Kidney Stones
• Urination Outside of Litter Box
• Diabetes

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An important part of any kidney disease treatment program is increasing water intake.  Check out these awesome ways to improve hydration in your cat.

17 Ways to Improve Hydration in Your Cat

Hydration is key to your cat’s health and well-being, supporting digestion, circulation, and waste elimination. For cats, especially those prone to kidney disease, staying well-hydrated is essential. Here are 17 practical tips to help your cat stay hydrated, benefiting their overall health and kidney function. These strategies are crucial in preventing and managing kidney issues, and helping your cat enjoy a healthier, happier life.

• Always use fresh, clean water. Changing all water at least once per day.
• Try various sources of water (tap, bottled, filtered, and distilled).
• Put a few ice cubes in water or provide cold water.
• Offer ice cubes containing 75:25 mixture of water with low sodium broth.
• Feed canned cat foods.
• Add a little water to semi-moist and canned food.
• Soak dry food in warm water.
• Feed smaller amounts throughout the day rather than one large meal.
• Add tasty liquids such as low-sodium chicken broth, beef broth, or tuna juice.
• Use non-reflective bowls.
• Use wide bowls so that whiskers don’t touch the sides of the bowl.
• Use multiple bowls in multiple locations.
• Ensure water bowls are in quiet, draft-free environments.
• Place bowls where cats can “escape” if needed and avoid ambush.
• Put bowls away from litter boxes.
• Make sure there are bowls on each floor of the house.
• Add one or more water fountains for sound stimulation and circulation.

Standard Process Feline Renal Support Full Ingredients

Ingredients: Bovine kidney, kidney bean extract, buckwheat leaf juice and seed, oat flour, bovine liver, ribonucleic acid, nutritional yeast, veal bone PMG™ extract, bovine orchic Cytosol™ extract, pea vine juice, beet root, bovine and ovine spleen, alfalfa juice, bovine kidney PMG™ extract, mushroom, rice bran, bovine thyroid PMG™ extract, carrot, wheat germ oil, black currant seed oil, black currant juice, kelp, bovine adrenal, allantoin, bovine pituitary PMG™ extract, chlorophyll extract, manganese glycerophosphate, beet leaf juice, and extract of Rhizopus oryzae grown on Tillandsia usneoides and beet root.

Individual Ingredient Benefits of Standard Process Renal Support

Bovine Kidney PMG™ Extract	Provides the exact proteins and cellular pieces needed to repair the kidney, and to do so with minimal scar tissue. Supports and speeds renal system healing. Also neutralizes potential autoimmune components of chronic kidney damage.
Bovine Kidney	Provides the exact materials for cellular repair, such as proteins, electrolytes, enzymes, and hormones necessary for a healthy renal environment.
Bovine Liver	Boosts the health of the liver, provides elements needed for optimal kidney and liver functions, as well as raw materials for a balanced red blood cell level. Improves detoxification pathways, which become overwhelmed when the other main detox organ (the kidney) is compromised.
Veal Bone PMG™ Extract	Supports bone marrow health and provides some raw materials needed for red blood cell production. Improves balance of red blood cells and white blood cell levels. Assists in the production of proteins that can help maintain healthy blood pressure. Helps boost the power of infection-fighting white blood cells called neutrophils, thus reducing the chance of secondary infection during tissue repair.
Defatted Wheat Germ	Packed with nutrition. The fat portion is removed, which can compromise product freshness and shelf life. It acts as a powerful antioxidant, dense source of vitamin E, provides lots of vitamin B complex, helps balance blood sugar, and contains essential minerals such as selenium, manganese, phosphorus, and magnesium.
Bovine and Ovine Spleen	Provides the cellular materials required to produce red and white blood cells. Supports healthy circulation and boosts the immune system.
Buckwheat Leaf Juice	Concentrated source of large, wide spectrum vitamins and minerals including manganese, magnesium, phosphorus, copper, zinc, iron, selenium, and vitamin B complex. Contains antioxidants, like rutin, which strengthens blood vessels and prevents protein loss through the kidneys.
Emblica officinalis (Indian Gooseberry)	This herb has been used in India for thousands of years and the name means “mother nurse”. Super high in vitamin C complex – 20 times the vitamin C of oranges. It boosts detoxification and elimination, improves appetite, cleanses the liver, and has an affinity for the urinary tract (where it balances urine excretion).
Oat Flour	Source of vitamin A, protects blood vessels and vascular membranes, which can prevent the loss of protein through the kidneys.
Pea Vine Juice	Chocked full of vitamin E complex that is bioavailable. Naturally anti-inflammatory, especially in blood vessels and vascular membranes.
Bovine Orchic Cytosol™ Extract	Balances stress hormones, which protect hydration and circulation. Important source of vitamin C complex.
Ribonucleic Acid	Supports cellular replication and regeneration, provides general circulation, opens capillary beds to improve kidney perfusion and increased microcirculation.
Alfalfa Juice	Packed with healing protein and nutrients, such as vitamin A, whole vitamin C complex, vitamin E, vitamin K, carotenoids, calcium, potassium, chlorophyll and antioxidants.
Bovine Heart PMG™ Extract	Supports healthy oxygenation of tissues, improves circulation and contributes electrolytes for proper kidney function.
Kidney Bean Extract	Healthy and easy to digest plant protein source. Reduces inflammation in heart and blood vessels, improving circulation and oxygenation, lowers blood sugar, and keeps intestinal bacteria healthy.
Perna caniculum (Green-lipped muscle)	Naturally reduces inflammation in a similar way to NSAID’s, but safe for cats and does not require detox or stimulate any negative side effects.
Tillandasia usneiodes	Used by people to speed up tissue healing, chlorophyll improves body detox, contains at least 6 types of antioxidants, full of necessary minerals, source of B vitamins, and lowers blood sugar.
Rice Bran	Helps to stabilize blood pressure and blood sugar, contains bioavailable vitamin E and other antioxidants, provides the whole vitamin B complex.
Porcine Duodenum	Improves digestion and helps regulate a healthy body pH while the kidney repairs.
Beet Leaf Juice	Used all over the world for thousands of years, high in fat-soluble vitamin A, and is high in iron needed for red blood cell production.
Beet Root	Rich in vitamins and antioxidants. Provides full spectrum of B vitamins, stimulates body detox and naturally relaxes blood vessels.
Rhizopus oryzae	Source of natural enzymes and essential amino acids. Enzymes of fermentation increase the bioavailability of nutrients from Spanish Moss and beet roots.

Feline Renal System Support Complementary Supplements:

• Feline Hepatic Support
• Feline Immune Support
• Feline Cardiac Support
• Cyruta Plus
• Renatrophin PMG
• Feline Whole Body Support

Important Mineral Measurements:

• Sodium 60 mg / 1/2 teaspoon
• Chloride 10 mg / 1/2 teaspoon

Important Supplement Information and Dosing:

• This supplement should be given twice a day.
• The feline tablet can be presented as a treat.
• On the regular food, or placed next to it.
• Some add it to a little bit of high-value food, such as canned food
• Many cat parents crush it and sprinkle it on their pet’s food.
• Because these supplements are made from whole foods, and not chemicals, doses are highly palatable.  In fact, it often seems like animals instinctively know what their body needs and gobble it up quickly.

When beginning supplementation, I recommend the following taper-up process. This is only because these ingredients are so nutrient-dense. We can decrease your pet’s adjustment period, which may result in a soft stool. This adjustment phase is generally 1-2 days long and normal consistency of stool will return to normal without treatment.

• Give your cat 1 tablet twice daily

Supplement Size Variations

30g (canine powder)	A1800	$19.25
110g (canine powder)	A1850	$59.95
90 tablets	A5405	$24.75

Standard Process Feline Renal Support Side Effects

Since these nutritional supplements are made from food, there is little to no risk of side effects. The only side effect I’ve ever seen is diarrhea if the pet gets a gigantic dose. For example, if a pet eats a whole bottle. If I had a dollar for every time one of my pets ate a whole bottle, I’d have a pretty full piggy bank. Since pets love these products so much, we recommend keeping them in a cabinet or someplace that your pet cannot get to.

How do I order Standard Process Supplements? 

Ordering Standard Process supplements online is simple and secure. Dr. Candy Akers has an authorized premier practitioner account. You can buy all of your favorite products online, with no exam, consultation or approval required.

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Have More Questions about Standard Process Supplements?

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A Note From the Manufacturer: 

“Renal disease can be a complex and challenging clinical problem to manage both short-term and long-term. Not only should the kidneys be supported by consideration should also be given to support the liver, cardiovascular system, and the autonomic nervous system. Standard Process Canine and Feline Kidney Support facilitates rehabilitation of the kidneys and support of these other important tissues in multiple ways through its range of whole food nutrients, tissue extracts and concentrates, and botanical ingredients. This product can be used alone or in conjunction with other management methods for a variety of renal and urinary disorders, in conjunction with pharmaceuticals that are known to stress the kidneys, and during recovery from renal trauma. Examples of renal and urinary disorders that can benefit from this product include chronic renal failure and cystitis.

When issues with your pet’s kidneys arise, not only should the kidneys be supported, but consideration should also be given to supporting other organs that play a role in the function of the kidneys. Canine Kidney Support and Feline Kidney Support help facilitate the natural rehabilitation and support of the kidneys as well as other important tissues. Through their range of whole food nutrients, Canine Renal Support and Feline Renal Support provide support for kidney tissue along with ingredients that support the heart, liver, adrenal glands, autonomic nervous system, and the mucous membranes.

Canine Kidney Support and Feline Kidney Support can be utilized in all patients with kidney disorders. In addition to kidney support, they may be beneficial for patients with lower urinary tract and bladder problems. In conjunction with medical management or on their own, Canine Renal Support and Feline Renal Support are important tools in managing your pet’s health.”

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