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Kidney failure can cause cats to appear "uncoordinated" or "clumsy" - the build-up of toxins normally filtered out by the healthy kidney affects the nerves that tell the cat where she is, how far to jump, etc.
Make sure all the stuff she needs (litter box, sleep blankets, etc.) are at ground level.
Try canned kitten food first - it is high in calories and nutritionally balanced for cats. Some human baby foods can contain very high sodium levels (not good for an unhealthy kidney). You can smear a little baby food on top toe entice her to eat. Also, your vet may have lysine - daily dosing can boost healing & the immune system.
Also - some of the feline prescription diets (Iams, Science Diet, etc) have canned varieties with gravy - that are formulated for cats with kidney problems.
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