Caring for a Diabetic Cat

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Cat care takes on a whole new level when your pet has diabetes. We all want our pets to enjoy a long and normal life and following the tips in this article will help make that possible. It is unfortunate that cats have their own version of diabetes, also a serious affliction among humans. It is also important for pet owners to know how feline diabetes affects cats and how they can help make life better for their pets by learning how to better care for them.

Cat diabetes has two main types, much like in people. Type 1 diabetes in cats is caused because there is insufficient insulin production. Type 2 diabetes is the cat’s inability to process the insulin effectively. A secondary type of feline diabetes is also possible; this type is caused by drugs that impair the body’s ability to process insulin. While cat diabetes can strike at any age, it is more commonly found in older cats.

Routine cat care will alert owners when they need to have their cat tested. Much like human symptoms, a cat will experience excessive thirst and output (urination). The cat may also lose weight due to the body’s ability to process the glucose. Your cat may also experience vomiting, decreased appetite and weakness, and there may be a change in skin and coat condition.

When a pet cat displays the symptoms of diabetes, it might be wise for pet owners to have their cats tested for sugar levels in the blood as well as in their urine. The reason why both tests might be required is that cats under stress may experience a temporary spike of their blood sugar levels. The two tests will help confirm if your pet cat really has diabetes.

Just like diabetes in humans, the feline version has no cure yet available. Instead, feline diabetes can be controlled through a number of means. And for cats, it can be done through diet and weight control. A diet that is high in fiber and complex carbohydrates would be ideal for diabetic cats, especially the obese ones. This type of diet is maintained not only to control the cat’s weight but also to control the cat’s blood sugar levels. There are also oral medications available that can help your diabetic pet cat maintain a suitable blood sugar level.

Pet owners with a diabetic cat can plan on monitoring the cat’s glucose and insulin levels every day. This may include reading sugar levels and administering insulin shots. Talk to your vet about dietary supplements for your cat as well. Cat care for feline diabetes must be consistent and carefully done, because even a small overdose of insulin may be fatal to your cat.

Cat care and diabetes always go hand in hand to ensure that your pet cat can lead a normal life. Providing the right care for diabetic pet cats can make sure that pet cat owners can enjoy the company of their pet for as long as possible. The genuine concern that is shown through proper care given your diabetic cats demonstrates the love you have for your dear companion.

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