Coconut:
Kidney Disease and IBD

A real case study of hope, healing and the power of food.

Updated: December 15, 2025

Coconut's Story: Managing Kidney Disease & IBD Through Nutrition & Gut Support

Coconut was a bright, feisty senior kitty who faced two of the most common — and challenging — feline health issues: Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) and Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD).


Her journey is one that transformed not only her health, but our entire mission as a company.

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Kidney Disease: When Commercial food wasn't enough

At age 12, Coconut’s annual bloodwork showed her kidney markers had risen for the second year in a row, confirming Stage 2 Kidney Disease.

 

Like many pet parents, we tried multiple commercial diets — including prescription formulas — yet her numbers continued to worsen. Nothing seemed to be helping.

 

That’s when we made a pivotal decision:

 

We switched Coconut to homemade food using human-grade meat and a complete, balanced supplement mix.

The Results:

Over the next two years, Coconut received full blood panels four separate times.

Every single test showed:

  • Normal kidney values
  • Stabilized markers
  • No further progression of CKD

The only change we made was her diet.

We firmly believe homemade food is what changed the trajectory of her kidney health.

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IBD: From Daily Vomiting to a Life-Changing Breakthrough

For years, Coconut struggled with:

  • Frequent hairballs
  • Vomiting
  • A chronically “sensitive stomach”

Like many cat parents, we were told this was “normal.” But vomiting in cats is never normal, and hairballs happening more than once a month are a sign of digestive dysfunction.

 

Eventually, Coconut began vomiting every single day.

An ultrasound confirmed significant small intestinal inflammation, leading to a diagnosis of Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD). She started a 6-week course of steroids, but once tapered, the vomiting returned.

 

We refused to accept that the only long-term option was high-dose steroids or a questionable prescription diet.

The Turning Point:

Using Eric’s background in microbiology and nutritional supplements, we developed a plan centered around high-concentration probiotics and digestive enzymes

 

Within days, Coconut’s vomiting stopped completely.

 

To aid Coconut even further, Eric developed our Microbiome Booster Postbiotic to replace what we had previously given her.

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2023 Update: Aging with IBD

As Coconut entered her senior years, her IBD naturally progressed.

She was maintained on:

  • A low daily steroid dose
  • Daily Microbiome Booster Postbiotic for gut + immune health

This combination kept her stable, comfortable, and happy.

 

Her kidney markers remained normal — something incredibly rare for a cat diagnosed with CKD years earlier.

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2024 Update: Remebering Coconut

Coconut passed away on November 1, 2023, just two days after her 18th birthday.

 

We knew her IBD would eventually transition into cancer — and when she began losing weight over the summer and her appetite faded in October, we understood what was happening.

 

Even on her final day, she was a strong, spirited little lady.

 

We learned so much from her, loved her deeply, and are grateful for the many extra years we had thanks to diet changes and gut support.

 

We miss her every day. ❤️

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Coconut's Legacy: 
Helping Other Cats Thrive

Coconut changed everything for us.

 

Her experience is a large part of why we:

  • Develop science-backed nutrition and gut support supplements
  • Educate cat parents about early signs of kidney disease and IBD
  • Advocate for fresh food, fewer fillers, and better ingredients
  • Focus on long-term wellness rather than symptom masking

If Coconut’s story helps even one cat live a healthier, more comfortable life, then her legacy lives on.

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If your cat struggles with vomiting, hairballs, digestive issues, or early kidney concerns, you’re not alone — and there are options.

Our site offers educational resources and gentle, science-based products designed to support gut function, immune health, and overall vitality. 

 

This is our experience with Coconut - every cat is different and there is no guarantee of results. It is always recommended to seek medical advice from a trusted veterinarian. 

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Case Study Contributed By:

Holly & Eric

Superior Feline Founders

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Case Study Contributed By:

Holly & Eric

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