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Early in kidney disease, what do many cats show?

No obvious signs.

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  1. No obvious signs ✔
  2. A bright red nose
  3. Sudden loud meowing only

Why: Cornell says it is very common for cats with kidney disease to show no obvious clinical signs early on. That is why senior cats need regular vet checks and blood tests.

Huh, didn't know that: Later, Cornell says, cats may drink and urinate more, act lethargic, look unkempt and lose weight.

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Answer: No obvious signs. Cornell says it is very common for cats with kidney disease to show no obvious clinical signs early on. That is why senior cats need regular vet checks and blood tests.

  1. Cornell Feline Health Center, Chronic Kidney Disease www.vet.cornell.edu/departments-centers-and-institutes/cornell-feline-health-center/health-information/feline-health-topics/chronic-kidney-disease
    very common for cats to show no obvious clinical signs
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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