Pets with kidney impairment may drink more water than usual and consequently urinate more frequently. This occurs because the kidneys are less efficient at concentrating urine, leading to increased water intake and output.

Kidney disease can cause nausea and discomfort, leading to a reduced appetite in pets. As a result, they may eat less or show a lack of interest in food.

Due to reduced food intake and the body's inability to process nutrients properly, pets with kidney impairment may experience weight loss.

The kidneys play a role in maintaining the balance of fluids and electrolytes in the body. When they are impaired, it can lead to gastrointestinal disturbances, such as vomiting and diarrhoea.

Kidney disease can cause a build-up of toxins and waste products in the bloodstream, leading to fatigue, lethargy, and weakness in pets.

The accumulation of waste products in the bloodstream can cause a distinctive ammonia-like odour on the pet's breath.

The coat of a pet with kidney impairment may become dull, dry, and unkempt due to a lack of proper nutrient processing and dehydration.

Prolonged diarrhoea can cause dehydration in pets. Signs of dehydration include dry gums, sunken eyes, loss of skin elasticity, increased thirst, and lethargy.