UK Veterinary Clinical Studies Registry
Not yet recruitingUK-VCSR-2026-00003

Feline chronic kidney disease dietary intervention

Interventional · Internal medicine · Investigator: Dr Helen Price

Feline

Study overview

Chronic kidney disease is one of the most common conditions affecting older cats. This interventional study compares a renal-supportive therapeutic diet against standard maintenance nutrition in cats with IRIS stage 2–3 CKD. The primary outcome is the rate of decline in renal function over 12 months, with secondary measures including appetite, body weight, and owner-reported quality of life. Recruitment is expected to open in mid-2026 across participating practices in Wales.

Condition

Chronic kidney disease

Eligibility criteria

Inclusion

Cats over 7 years with IRIS stage 2–3 CKD.

Locations

Wales

Sponsor / institution

Cardiff University

Contact details

Ethical and regulatory approvals

AWERB approval REF-2026-022

Statement of ethical considerations

Dietary intervention with standard monitoring.

Last updated 14 June 2026 · Published 10 March 2026