Like humans, cats can experience kidney failure. Unlike humans, however, cat kidney dialysis as a treatment option is not widely available and used. Rather, efforts are made to treat any complications that arise from failing kidneys such as low potassium or high phosphate levels. When low potassium levels are identified, potassium supplements are given to return cells to a balanced potassium-water level. This is an example of an effort to maintain
◦ evaporation.
◦ osmoregulation.
◦ thermoregulation.
◦ convection.