For most small dogs, the early signs of kidney failure occur at about ten to fourteen years of age. However, large dogs have a shorter life span and may undergo kidney failure as early as seven years of age. read more
In dogs, chronic kidney failure is associated with aging, and in simple terms can be considered to be "wearing out" of the kidney tissues. The age of onset is often related to the size of the dog. For most small dogs, the early signs of kidney failure occur at about ten to fourteen years of age. read more
The age of onset is related to the size of the dog. For most small dogs, early signs of kidney disease occur at about 10 to 14 years of age. However, large dogs have a shorter age span and may go into kidney failure as early as seven years of age. read more
The disease may be fatal, but dogs with this problem may live as much as 4 years. Typically, chronic kidney failure progresses slowly. However, the prognosis for dogs with kidney failure will depend on a number of factors. read more