What are the symptoms of feline diabetes?

Question

Can cats get it? I have an 8 yr. old, very overweight (he's fixed) cat, and i've noticed latley that he's been drinking alot of water. But he seems healthy otherwise! He plays with the kitten, and dosent seem to lack in energy. Should I be concerned enough to call the vet?

Answer 1

Absolutely yes. It happens more to indoor cats who are less active and can occur at any age, but more commonly in older cats.

Particular warning signs to look for:
Drinking large quantities of water
Urinates in large quantities and in increasing frequency
Sudden and significant weight loss
Seemingly never-ending hunger

I've now raised 3 cats who are diabetic. Magic's weight shot up and shot down so quickly and significantly that I knew something had to be wrong. Unfortunately, we lost her at the age of 3 because I didn't catch the disease quickly enough and we were unable to get her regulated fast enough to do any good.

Cookie developed diabetes at the age of 4. Since I knew what to look for from his mom, Magic, we've been monitoring and treating him with great success for the last 7+ years.

Cookie's sister, Angel, was always a petite cat unlike her huge brother. She only recently developed diabetes, and we are also monitoring and treating her successfully.

The treatment for feline diabetes is much the same as with humans. They are usually given insulin and sometimes other oral medications to control their blood glucose, and they benefit from low-carbohydrate foods, which are very hard to find.

Only your vet can determine IF the problem is diabetes and decide what treatment options to suggest. Also be aware that the increased thirst and consumption of water could also indicate other health problems, including kidney failure. Your best bet is to make an appointment with the vet ASAP to evaluate the situation and make the right diagnosis.

See below for information on feline diabetes and a link I found recently that provides carbohydrate nutritional information for most common wet and dry cat foods on the market.

Good luck to you.

Answer 2

1

Answer 3

2

Answer 4

I'm a 45 year old woman and was recently diagnosed as being a borderline diabetic. My doctor prescribed some medication, but before filling it I decided to do some research on the internet which led me to the methods. After reading this ebook and applying the methods, my scepticism turned to 100% belief. I noticed that my energy levels increased significantly and I felt more rested in the morning, my symptoms started going away.

I am very happy to tell you that I have been feeling better than I have felt in years and my doctor informed me that he will be taking me off my prescriptions if I keep this up.

I recommend you use the Type 2 Diabetes Destroyer to naturally reverse your diabetes.

Answer 5

Here are some sign of feline diabetes:

Polyuria, polydipsia, increased appetite, and weight loss are hallmark signs of diabetes mellitus in cats. In the earlier stages of the disease, cats remain active and alert with few other signs of disease. However as the disease progresses, poor skin and haircoat, liver disease, and secondary bacterial infections become more common. An infrequent disorder called diabetic neuropathy may cause cats to become progressively weaker in the rear legs and assume a unique, plantigrade stance. A dangerous condition called ketoacidosis may develop in some cats. Signs of ketoacidosis include a loss of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, lethargy, weakness, dehydration, and breathing abnormalities. Without proper and prompt treatment, this condition ultimately proves fatal

A good website to check out is:
http://petcare.suite101.com/article.cfm/feline_diabetes

Answer 6

Doctors Reverse Diabetes Without Drugs - http://Diabetes.neatprim.com

Answer 7

Hi Excessive urination, weight loss, alot of eating and lots of drinking are some of the signs. You can buy some ketodiastic reagent strips from the pharmacy to check the urine for sugar and ketones. If sugar is spilling in then diabetes is most likly the cause. Don't feed dry foods! canned w/o gravy is best. If it turns out your cat has diabetes, contact me as I have lots of experience with this. The problem with some vets is they are not up to date on treatment and some give dangerous advice.

Answer 8

Clinically Proven Diabetes Solution : http://www.DiabetesTreated.com/Suggest

Answer 9

Shocking New Diabetes Research Revealed : http://Help.DiabetesGoGo.com

Answer 10

Kidney Failure or urrinary infection including stones are more common. That is what the vet will probably recommend testing for first. If nothing turns up with that then he may suggest testing for diabetes.

Most cats when they age start to show signs of Kidney failure, it is not necessarily a death sentence you can easily treat with diet change and supplements and sometimes sub q fluids.