Cd is a toxic metal that has a destructive impact on most organ systems. This work aims to determine Zn or Mg protective effects against Cd renal toxicity. In this study, rats were divided into six groups. The Cd group was treated with 1mg Cd/kg, and the control group received 0.5cm3 normal saline, intraperitoneally. The other four groups received one of the following dosages of 1mg/kg Cd+0.5mg/kg Zn, 1mg/kg Cd+1.5mg/kg Zn, 1mg/kg Cd+0.5mg/kgMg, or 1mg/kg Cd+1.5mg/kgMg through IP injection for 3weeks. Kidney malondialdehyde (MDA) and serum sodium, potassium, urea, creatinine, and protein were measured. Light microscopic examination was used for histological studies. Cd reduced serum creatinine and protein, and increased urea, sodium, and potassium. Moreover, Cd exposure caused a significant enhancement in MDA levels as well as histological damage in kidneys. Zn or Mg treatment prevented and reversed toxic alterations induced by Cd. These results suggest that Zn and Mg may have protective effects against Cd renal toxicity.