Pichu’s Journey: Battling Dental Disease and Kidney Failure

Treated by

Dr. Nenad Misura

Updated Date

Jul 6, 2026

Condition

Dental Disease and Renal Failure

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Case Overview

Pichu, a 10-year-old outdoor cat, experienced a fading appetite and difficulty chewing. When his family noticed, they knew something wasn’t right. On examination, we found severe dental disease, along with significant dehydration. Pichu needed more than just basic care.

We took him in for hospitalization, allowing our team to stabilize and monitor him closely. From there, we began planning each and every next step with his safety in mind.

Diagnosis & Decision

Blood tests revealed an unexpected result. Pichu had severe renal failure, with dangerously high toxin levels in his blood. At that point, anesthesia was no longer safe. We had to act fast.

Because the situation was critical and the prognosis was highly uncertain, we immediately shifted our focus to intensive medical treatment. Pichu’s family agreed to begin treatment.

The Procedure

Dr. Nenad wanted to support Pichu’s kidneys first to clear the toxic buildup in his body. The plan was to administer treatment, then conduct follow-up blood tests. Pichu stayed with us at the clinic for close monitoring and round-the-clock care.

After the first week, his blood tests showed remarkable improvement, giving us renewed hope. By the end of two weeks of dedicated care, his values had returned to their normal limits. Pichu was finally strong enough for his dental procedure, which we performed under anesthesia.

The Road to Recovery

In the following days, Pichu was strong enough to return home with his family. He returned for a follow-up checkup two weeks later, looking like a completely different cat: happy and full of life. He was indeed a cat who stood against the odds.

“Pichu’s case was one of those moments that remind us never to give up. Seeing him recover and fight on was truly rewarding. It was something we will never forget.”
- Dr. Nenad Misura

Pichu Today

Today, Pichu is doing wonderfully. He’s now happy, eating well, and enjoying life. He continues to visit us at the clinic and remains in good health to this day.

The Procedure

The Road to Recovery

“Pichu’s case was one of those moments that remind us never to give up. Seeing him recover and fight on was truly rewarding. It was something we will never forget.”
- Dr. Nenad Misura

Pichu Today

Today, Pichu is doing wonderfully. He’s now happy, eating well, and enjoying life. He continues to visit us at the clinic and remains in good health to this day.

Written by

Dr. Nenad Misura

Veterinary Surgeon

Dr. Nenad Misura is a veterinary surgeon who provides professional and expert medical attention to pets. He ensures that pet owners feel informed and confident about their pets’ health.