'Practical Therapeutic Perspectives for Feeding Cats with Early-Stage Renal Disease' Webinar Presented by Dr Barbara Royal

About the Webinar

Nutrition plays a vital role in the management of cats with early-stage renal disease, yet determining the most appropriate diet can be challenging in clinical practice. In this practical webinar, Dr Barbara Royal will explore nutritional strategies to support feline kidney health, combining clinical insights with her characteristic common-sense approach and broader nutritional wisdom that extends across species.

You will learn about the key nutritional requirements of cats with renal disease, including protein intake, vitamin and mineral requirements, and the importance of appropriate calcium-to-phosphorus and omega fatty acid ratios. The webinar will examine the differences between organic and inorganic sources of phosphorus, their implications for phosphorus absorption and dietary management, and practical considerations when selecting suitable foods for renal patients.

Dr Royal will also explore how common medications used in elderly cats may influence nutritional requirements, nutrient balance and dietary management. Emphasis will be placed on assessing the individual patient’s broader health status to determine which nutrients may need to be increased or restricted and where additional supplementation may be beneficial.

Recognizing that even the most carefully formulated diet is of little value if a cat refuses to eat, Dr Royal will share practical tips and strategies to encourage food intake and improve dietary acceptance. Throughout the webinar, she will draw on her extensive clinical experience to offer thoughtful, practical guidance grounded in fundamental nutritional principles relevant not only to cats, but to animal health and feeding across species.