Q: Emmy, my 12-year-old cat, has arthritis and chronic kidney disease. Her veterinarian recommended Onsior for her arthritic pain but warned that it could further damage her kidneys. I’m torn because I want Emmy to be free of pain but I don’t want her therapy to cause additional problems. What’s your advice?
A: Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, is apparent on radiographs (X-rays) in an astounding 90 percent of cats. The condition coexists with chronic kidney disease in 70 percent, so Emmy’s situation is not unusual.
