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Pet Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in New York City

Chronic kidney disease is one of the most common diseases of older cats and dogs. It progresses over months to years, and early intervention dramatically extends quality life. Staged from IRIS 1 (early) to IRIS 4 (end-stage).

For New York City pet parents: RexVet is licensed in New York and our veterinarians can manage kidney disease for your pet by video — refills, monitoring, dose adjustments — all for $64.99 per visit.

Per visit
$64.99 flat
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$120 / year
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4.9★ · 8,313 families
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501(c)(3) non-profit

Licensed in New York City, NY · Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM · Last updated 2026-06-24

Signs of kidney disease in pets

  • Increased drinking and urination
  • Weight loss (often the first sign)
  • Decreased appetite
  • Vomiting (intermittent, then more frequent)
  • Lethargy
  • Bad breath (uremic smell)
  • Poor coat condition

Standard treatment for kidney disease

  • Renal diet (Hill's k/d, Royal Canin Renal, Purina NF)
  • Subcutaneous fluids — daily or every other day
  • Phosphorus binders if needed
  • ACE inhibitors / ARBs for proteinuria
  • Mirataz (mirtazapine) or Elura (capromorelin) for appetite
  • Anti-nausea medication (Cerenia, ondansetron)
  • Blood pressure management (amlodipine in cats)

What a $64.99 RexVet video visit can do for New York City pet parents

Renal diet selection and transition, SQ fluid prescription and at-home administration coaching, appetite stimulant prescribing, anti-nausea Rx, blood pressure medication management, and quality-of-life monitoring are all top telehealth uses.

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For emergencies (severe lethargy, breathing distress, suspected toxin exposure), in-person ER care is required — New York City has multiple 24-hour clinics, and RexVet can triage by video first.

Manage your New York City pet's kidney disease with a licensed New York vet

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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) in New York City pets

Frequently asked questions

Can a RexVet online vet treat my New York City pet's kidney disease?

Yes — RexVet is licensed in New York, which includes New York City. Renal diet selection and transition, SQ fluid prescription and at-home administration coaching, appetite stimulant prescribing, anti-nausea Rx, blood pressure medication management, and quality-of-life monitoring are all top telehealth uses. A $64.99 video visit gets you a New York-licensed vet who prescribes via RexVetRx (same-day delivery in most New York City ZIPs).

What are the signs of kidney disease in pets?

Common signs: Increased drinking and urination; Weight loss (often the first sign); Decreased appetite; Vomiting (intermittent, then more frequent); Lethargy. New York City pet parents seeing these can review with a RexVet New York-licensed vet via $64.99 video visit.

How is kidney disease treated?

Standard treatment: Renal diet (Hill's k/d, Royal Canin Renal, Purina NF); Subcutaneous fluids — daily or every other day; Phosphorus binders if needed; ACE inhibitors / ARBs for proteinuria. Renal diet selection and transition, SQ fluid prescription and at-home administration coaching, appetite stimulant prescribing, anti-nausea Rx, blood pressure medication management, and quality-of-life monitoring are all top telehealth uses.

When does my New York City pet need in-person care?

Diagnosis requires bloodwork (in-person sampling). Acute crises (rapidly worsening azotemia, severe dehydration, hypertensive emergency) require ER care. Ongoing management is one of the strongest telehealth use cases.

Where can I get my New York City pet's prescriptions filled?

RexVet's in-house pharmacy (RexVetRx) delivers same-day in most New York City ZIP codes. Alternatively, prescriptions can be transferred to any local pharmacy. Refills can be managed entirely by $64.99 video visit.

How fast can I see a New York-licensed vet for my New York City pet?

Most New York City pet parents are connected to a New York-licensed veterinarian within minutes of booking, 24/7. No membership, no subscription — every visit is $64.99 flat.

Medical review by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM

Chief Executive Officer & Lead Veterinarian, RexVet. Licensed in Florida, New York, and Virginia.

This page is an educational reference and does not replace veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your individual pet.