Please learn more about our latest groundbreaking research study "Exploring the Role of Chronic Inflammation in the Pathogenesis of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease." 
Genetics Study Results!!
"First Genome-Wide Association Study Investigating
​Blood Pressure and Renal Traits
in Domestic Cats".
Bucky
"Even as Bucky's body gave out, his spirit never faltered."
Star
"Star was my best friend.  When she crashed again, we knew it
​was time.  We were devastated.  I miss her every day."
Bucky and Star are two of the millions of cats whose battle with CKD has ended.
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Please Get Involved.  Be Part of the Progress.
Support Feline Chronic Kidney Disease Research Today!
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“Thanks to the funding provided by Foundation For Feline Renal Research, we are now in a position to use newly developed cutting edge technology to look for gene associations in almost 1000 cats. As far as we know, this will be the first and largest study looking at genes associated with kidney disease and blood pressure in older cats. It's really exciting to be starting new work that we hope will expand our knowledge of both of these important conditions."

     Dr. Rosanne Jepson, BVSc (Dist), MVetMed, PhD, DipACVIM, DipECVIM.   Principal Investigator, “Unravelling the Genetic Basis of Blood Pressure and Kidney Function in the Cat", Royal Veterinary College, London.
 



We Are Delighted to Have Provided a $20,000.00 Grant to the Royal Veterinary College, London, in Support of Their Cutting Edge 
Feline Chronic Kidney Disease Research Study:  

"Unravelling The Genetic Basis for Blood Pressure and 
Kidney Function in the Cat".

This exciting work could lead to earlier detection, better clinical care and treatment 
and improved quality of life for cats.  We are very grateful to all our supporters who made this grant possible; thank you.  (The latest updates to this study can be found here.)

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What's New
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We're so fortunate that Donut Friend is partnering with us for April, 2019!  If you'll be in Los Angeles, CA, USA this month, please stop in to Donut Friend for a Compassion Fruit donut--half the proceeds will support Feline Chronic Kidney Disease research!
April 8, 2019:  We're happy to announce that we will be participating in Jackson Galaxy's "Cat Camp NYC" on June 1 and 2, 2019 to raise awareness of Feline Chronic Kidney Disease! Please stop by our table--we'd love to meet you! For more details about this exciting event, please check out the "Cat Camp NYC" website.
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April 1, 2019:  Many thanks to all who helped make our 5thAnnual Feline Kidney Month
​a success!  We appreciate your support!
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November 18-2016:  Guidestar recognized our commitment to accountability & transparency with their brand new, highest level, Platinum Seal.
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PRESS RELEASE:  To see the official press release about the current genetics study, including a statement from the Principal Investigator Dr. Rosanne Jepson, please click here:  

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October 29th is National Cat Day.  Please take time to reflect on the great joy that our feline companions bring to our lives, and please donate today to help us find a cure.

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June is National 
"Adopt A Cat" Month.

There are millions of homeless cats.  Please consider opening your heart and home to a shelter cat.  Be sure not to overlook cats who are elderly, or have special needs; they make wonderful family members, and caring for these special companions is very rewarding.

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 May is National "Hypertension Awareness" Month.

High blood pressure is often associated with kidney disease.  Current leaders in the field of feline kidney disease research recommend that cats have their blood pressure checked at each veterinary visit.  Measuring blood pressure in cats can be challenging, but, if accomplished, the results can provide valuable health information.  Ask your veterinarian about measuring your cat’s blood pressure.  If your cat is found to have high blood pressure, further investigations should be made to try to determine if your cat has kidney disease as well.

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APRIL 7TH IS WORLD HEALTH DAY.  You can help cats live longer, happier, healthier lives; please make a donation to support kidney disease research today.

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It was our pleasure to attend the Mercy for Animals fundraiser, which provided us with a great opportunity to spread the news about our work to influential animal welfare advocates, including CNN television journalist Jane Velez-Mitchell, and four time NBA champion John Salley:


Do You Know...
Approximately 1 of every 3 companion cats dies of kidney failure.  

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You Can Shop For A Cure.
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"AmazonSmile" is    Amazon's charitable giving program.  There is no cost to you. Simply click on the button below, and shop; 0.5% of  all eligible purchases will be donated to us by Amazon to support our groundbreaking research.  

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FFRR Board members with CNN journalist Jane Velez-Mitchell.
FFRR Board members with four time NBA champion John Salley.  06-22-2013.
We care passionately about animal welfare issues, and about feline kidney disease in particular, but please understand that we are not veterinarians, and are not qualified to provide veterinary medical advice.  If you have a companion animal suffering from kidney disease it is imperative that you consult with a licensed veterinarian, who is qualified to provide you with medical advice and care that meets your animal’s particular health needs. 

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