Feline diabetes can be successfully treated and a
diabetic cat can lead a relatively normal life.

A diagnosis of diabetes in a cat is usually a frightening experience for a cat owner. Many cat owners believe that treating feline diabetes is impossible. However, successful treatment for diabetes is attainable and remission is even possible for some cats with proper treatment.These articles will help you find the information necessary to make informed decisions about your cat’s care and cover the latest trends in treating feline diabetes mellitus.

Recognizing the Symptoms of Feline Diabetes – Diabetes mellitus is one of the most common endocrine diseases diagnosed in cats, but the symptoms of diabetes can be insidious and difficult to spot for many cat owners. Being aware of the disease and knowing what to watch for is a good first step. Regular veterinary examinations are also helpful in diagnosing feline diabetes in the early stages.

Feline Diabetes Mellitus: Recognizing the Symptoms of Diabetes in Cats – Diabetes is commonly diagnosed in cats and often causes increased thirst, increased urination and weight loss. Insulin is a necessary treatment for many diabetic cats.

Diabetes Mellitus in Cats: Treatment Options for Diabetic Cats – Treating feline diabetes most often involves insulin administration, dietary control and frequent monitoring of blood glucose levels using various methods of testing.

Types of Insulin for Diabetic Dogs and Cats: Insulin Characteristics Affect Treatment of Canine & Feline Diabetes – There are several types of insulin commonly used to treat feline and canine diabetes. These include Vetsulin®, glargine (Lantus®), NPH, and detemir (Levemir®) insulin.

Diabetes Mellitus in Dogs and Cats: Methods to Diagnose and Monitor Canine and Feline Diabetes - Blood glucose curves and fructosamine levels are used to diagnose and monitor canine and feline diabetes. Solitary blood glucose
measurements are deceptive and misleading.

Treating Canine and Feline Diabetes Mellitus: Using Blood Glucose Curves to Monitor Diabetic Dogs and Cats – Blood glucose curves are often used to help monitor and regulate diabetes mellitus in cats and dogs. This test allows evaluation of the efficacy of treatment of diabetes.

Hypoglycemia in the Diabetic Dog and Cat: Low Blood Sugar as a Complication in Canine and Feline Diabetes – Hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar, usually occurs in diabetic pets as a result of an insulin overdose. Symptoms include weakness, tremors, collapse and seizures.

Concern for dogs and cats with diabetes: Potentially unstable Vetsulin insulin – Questions about the stability of one of the components of Vetsulin­® brand insulin have prompted the Food and Drug Administration and Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health, the manufacturer of Vetsulin®, to issue an alert regarding the safety of the product. (dated November 12, 2009)

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