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Feel more informed about your cat’s kidney care. PET | TAO’s Cat Kidney Failure Course introduces feline renal failure, Western nutritional considerations, and Eastern food therapy, helping you understand the ideas behind a whole-cat approach to care.

A kidney diagnosis can bring unfamiliar terms and important feeding decisions. Created by veterinarians Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron, this course offers a structured starting point for learning, organizing your questions, and working more closely with your cat’s veterinary team.

Begin learning for $75. Add the digital course to your cart and complete checkout to purchase it. No physical product will be shipped.

What You’ll Explore

Kidney disease foundations: An introduction to feline renal failure and how it affects your cat’s health.
Causes and stages: Background to help you follow conversations about your cat’s diagnosis and individual situation.
Western nutritional approaches: Diet options and nutritional considerations discussed in the course.
Eastern food therapy: An introduction to the TCVM perspective on food selection and energetic balance.
Recipe discussions: Food examples presented in relation to stages of renal failure, to review with your veterinarian before making feeding changes.
Caregiver understanding: Context for asking more informed questions about nutrition and your role in a veterinarian-directed care plan.

Inside the Four Modules

Module 1, Introduction and Overview of Feline Renal Failure: Learn the basics of renal failure and its effects on feline health.
Module 2, General Overview of Feline Renal Failure: Explore causes and stages as background for understanding your veterinarian’s assessment.
Module 3, Western Nutritional Approaches: Learn about dietary options and nutritional concerns relevant to cats with kidney disease.
Module 4, TCVM Nutritional Approaches, Eastern Food Therapy: Explore the course’s food-therapy perspective and recipes discussed in relation to different stages of renal failure.

Meet Your Instructors

Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron are veterinarians and the founders of PET | TAO. Their interest in integrative care led them to study Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine and Eastern food therapy at the Chi Institute under Dr. Huisheng Xie.

The course brings together their veterinary backgrounds and holistic feeding philosophy, introducing Western nutrition and Eastern food therapy as perspectives to discuss with your cat’s treating veterinarian.

A Whole-Cat Perspective, With Individualized Care

Nutrition is a meaningful part of the kidney-care conversation. Eastern food therapy adds a traditional perspective on food qualities and energetic balance, while your cat’s medical assessment and nutritional requirements remain essential to choosing an appropriate plan.

The course is educational, not a diagnosis, veterinary consultation, or individualized treatment plan. Your veterinarian should determine your cat’s disease stage and guide diet, medication, supplements, and any home-care procedures. Do not change a prescribed renal diet or treatment based on the course alone.

Have any homemade recipe reviewed by your veterinarian for suitability for your cat. A recipe described for a disease stage is not automatically appropriate for every cat at that stage. This course does not promise to reverse kidney disease, prevent progression, extend lifespan, or replace veterinary care.

Is This Course Right for You?

This course is for cat caregivers who want an introduction to feline kidney disease and are interested in how conventional nutrition and Eastern food therapy are discussed together. It offers a way to build understanding and prepare thoughtful questions, rather than face feeding decisions without context.

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Course: Cat Kidney Failure Course.
Provider: PET | TAO.
Instructors: Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron.
Structure: Four modules covering renal failure and Western and TCVM nutritional approaches.
Price: $75.
Format: Digital course, with no physical product or shipping required.

Add the course to your cart and take a more informed next step in conversations about your cat’s kidney care.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the Cat Kidney Failure Course cover?

The four-module course introduces feline renal failure, causes and stages, Western nutritional approaches, and TCVM food therapy. The nutritional sections include diet considerations and recipe discussions for review with your cat’s veterinarian.

Who teaches the course?

The instructors are PET | TAO founders Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron, veterinarians who studied TCVM and Eastern food therapy at the Chi Institute under Dr. Huisheng Xie.

Can I use the recipes instead of my cat’s prescribed renal diet?

Not without veterinary guidance. Your cat’s nutritional needs depend on their individual medical situation, not just a stage label. Have recipes, portions, and supplements evaluated by your veterinarian before changing a prescribed diet.

Is this a digital course or a physical product?

This is a digital course priced at $75. Add it to your cart and complete checkout to purchase it. No physical product will be shipped.

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS

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How long are the modules?

Thank you for your question! Each module has a few short lessons within it. These lessons are no longer than 15 minutes each. The total course content adds up to 98 minutes of instruction. Thank you for your interest in Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine!

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PET | TAO’s \u003cem\u003eCat Kidney Failure Course\u003c\/em\u003e introduces feline renal failure, Western nutritional considerations, and Eastern food therapy, helping you understand the ideas behind a whole-cat approach to care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA kidney diagnosis can bring unfamiliar terms and important feeding decisions. Created by veterinarians Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron, this course offers a structured starting point for learning, organizing your questions, and working more closely with your cat’s veterinary team.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBegin learning for $75.\u003c\/strong\u003e Add the digital course to your cart and complete checkout to purchase it. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat You’ll Explore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKidney disease foundations:\u003c\/strong\u003e An introduction to feline renal failure and how it affects your cat’s health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCauses and stages:\u003c\/strong\u003e Background to help you follow conversations about your cat’s diagnosis and individual situation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWestern nutritional approaches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diet options and nutritional considerations discussed in the course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEastern food therapy:\u003c\/strong\u003e An introduction to the TCVM perspective on food selection and energetic balance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecipe discussions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Food examples presented in relation to stages of renal failure, to review with your veterinarian before making feeding changes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCaregiver understanding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Context for asking more informed questions about nutrition and your role in a veterinarian-directed care plan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInside the Four Modules\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule 1, Introduction and Overview of Feline Renal Failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn the basics of renal failure and its effects on feline health.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule 2, General Overview of Feline Renal Failure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore causes and stages as background for understanding your veterinarian’s assessment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule 3, Western Nutritional Approaches:\u003c\/strong\u003e Learn about dietary options and nutritional concerns relevant to cats with kidney disease.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModule 4, TCVM Nutritional Approaches, Eastern Food Therapy:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explore the course’s food-therapy perspective and recipes discussed in relation to different stages of renal failure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMeet Your Instructors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron are veterinarians and the founders of PET | TAO. Their interest in integrative care led them to study Traditional Chinese Veterinary Medicine and Eastern food therapy at the Chi Institute under Dr. Huisheng Xie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe course brings together their veterinary backgrounds and holistic feeding philosophy, introducing Western nutrition and Eastern food therapy as perspectives to discuss with your cat’s treating veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eA Whole-Cat Perspective, With Individualized Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNutrition is a meaningful part of the kidney-care conversation. Eastern food therapy adds a traditional perspective on food qualities and energetic balance, while your cat’s medical assessment and nutritional requirements remain essential to choosing an appropriate plan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe course is educational, not a diagnosis, veterinary consultation, or individualized treatment plan. Your veterinarian should determine your cat’s disease stage and guide diet, medication, supplements, and any home-care procedures. Do not change a prescribed renal diet or treatment based on the course alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHave any homemade recipe reviewed by your veterinarian for suitability for your cat. A recipe described for a disease stage is not automatically appropriate for every cat at that stage. This course does not promise to reverse kidney disease, prevent progression, extend lifespan, or replace veterinary care.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs This Course Right for You?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis course is for cat caregivers who want an introduction to feline kidney disease and are interested in how conventional nutrition and Eastern food therapy are discussed together. It offers a way to build understanding and prepare thoughtful questions, rather than face feeding decisions without context.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eStart Learning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCourse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cat Kidney Failure Course.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvider:\u003c\/strong\u003e PET | TAO.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstructors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStructure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four modules covering renal failure and Western and TCVM nutritional approaches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrice:\u003c\/strong\u003e $75.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Digital course, with no physical product or shipping required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdd the course to your cart and take a more informed next step in conversations about your cat’s kidney care.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWhat does the Cat Kidney Failure Course cover?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe four-module course introduces feline renal failure, causes and stages, Western nutritional approaches, and TCVM food therapy. The nutritional sections include diet considerations and recipe discussions for review with your cat’s veterinarian.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWho teaches the course?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe instructors are PET | TAO founders Dr. Marc Smith and Dr. Casey Damron, veterinarians who studied TCVM and Eastern food therapy at the Chi Institute under Dr. Huisheng Xie.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eCan I use the recipes instead of my cat’s prescribed renal diet?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eNot without veterinary guidance. Your cat’s nutritional needs depend on their individual medical situation, not just a stage label. Have recipes, portions, and supplements evaluated by your veterinarian before changing a prescribed diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eIs this a digital course or a physical product?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis is a digital course priced at $75. Add it to your cart and complete checkout to purchase it. No physical product will be shipped.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}

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