Kittie:
Kidney Disease, IBD and Heart Murmur

A real case study of hope, healing and the impact of fresh food and targeted gut support.

Updated: December 17, 2025

Kittie's Story: Managing Kidney Disease, IBD & a Heart Murmur Through Nutrition

Kittie was a beloved senior cat who faced multiple serious health challenges — Stage 3 Kidney Disease, Irritable Bowel Disease (IBD), and a heart murmur

 

At nearly 17 years old, his family feared they were running out of time. He had stopped eating, he was vomiting regularly, and even prescription diets were no longer acceptable to him.

 

Just two months before this story was written, Kittie’s condition had declined so severely that his family truly believed they were going to lose him.

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When Prescription Diets Weren't Enough

As Kittie’s health worsened, he began refusing the prescription diet recommended by his veterinarian. His appetite faded, his vomiting increased, and eventually, he stopped eating altogether for four days.

 

Knowing food refusal in a senior cat is a medical emergency, his family — owners of a small pet sitting business called Barkhaus Petsitters — began searching urgently for alternatives.

 

They remembered that one of their clients, Holly, fed her own cats homemade food and had experience navigating IBD. With nothing left to lose, they reached out.

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A Gentle Introduction to Homemade Food + Supplements

Holly shared her own experience managing feline IBD and carefully guided Kittie’s family through:

  • making homemade chicken bone broth
  • preparing a smooth chicken purée suitable for a senior cat
  • understanding why a complete supplement mix is essential for nutritional balance
  • introducing postbiotics safely and slowly

Because Kittie had an extremely sensitive stomach, his family was understandably hesitant. In the past, anything new caused vomiting.

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Slow Changes, Big Results

The transition was intentionally gradual:

  • a small amount of postbiotic
  • wait a day
  • introduce a little homemade food 
  • adjust only after observing tolerance

This slow approach made all the difference.

The Results:

Before adding probiotics and postbiotics, Kittie vomited at least once a week.


After the transition, he vomited only twice in two months — a dramatic improvement for a cat with IBD.

His appetite returned, he tolerated his new diet well, and his overall comfort improved significantly.

 

Even more remarkable was his change in behavior and energy:

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“Today, if we never mentioned the illnesses that Kittie has, no one would know. He is more alert now, playful and, to be honest, a complete pest. 😹 He cries for food constantly. The supplement mix and postbiotics have made a huge difference in his health and well-being.”

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A Family's Gratitude ❤️

Kittie’s parents credit this nutrition shift — and the guidance they received — with giving him comfort, stability, and quality of life during his senior years.

 

They shared:

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“If it wasn’t for the genuine love and support from Holly, we don’t know if Kittie would still be with us. We’ve worked in the vet industry, and we truly believe homemade food with the necessary supplements is the key to our pets’ nutrition.”

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They remain deeply grateful for the extra time and improved well-being Kittie experienced.

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Honoring Kittie's Legacy

Although Kittie has since passed, his story continues to offer hope to other cat parents facing kidney disease, IBD, and complex senior health issues. His journey is a reminder that nutrition, gut health, and thoughtful care can make a profound difference — even late in life.

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This is the story of a real cat shared by customers that have used Superior Feline products. There are no guarantee of results. Every cat is different and it is always encouraged to seek medical advice from a trusted veterinarian. 

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Case Study Contributed By:

Barkhaus Petsitters

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Case Study Contributed By:

Barkhaus Petsitters

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