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| On the left "Spike"-my 1st diabetic cat |
I would rub a little bit of corn syrup in his gums and in a few minutes he would come to....albeit, slightly dazed.
It was difficult to go on vacations because it was a chore to find anyone who would look after him....no one wanted to take on the task of insulin administration. I don't blame them. It would be a daunting task for anyone without experience in the area or a love of my Cat.
Eventually, after approximately 2 years on insulin.....he died from Kidney failure, which is quite common with Feline Diabetes.
Three years ago, our renters had a cat with diabetes. When they went on vacation, I offered to give the twice-daily insulin. I didn't mind at all, and they were relieved to have someone take over that was aware of the challenge.
Their cat did well......and lived for another 3 years.
In the past couple weeks I noticed that my Kitty (featured in a few of my posts) had lost quite a bit of weight. At first it wasn't worrying me since we had her on a weight reduction program for her slight obesity. It wouldn't hurt to have her lose 2 lbs.
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| My present diabetic Kitty... |
I ended up taking her to the Vet last Friday, and she is now diagnosed with Feline Diabetes.
Who would have thought I would have 2 diabetic cats in a lifetime! They are a LOT of work, but it's worth it - as long as she isn't in pain and she can lead a normal healthy life.
More tomorrow on her Treatment Plan.
Interesting Fact: Apparently, cats can go into remission and if treated early and correctly, can rejuvenate their pancreas spontaneously and not require insulin at all!!
3 comments:
Oh, dear.....I AM sorry.....but your kitty is obviously in good hands and perhaps progress has been made and she will have remission.
Good luck to both of you from another Servant to Kitties. Bless us all.
I relate except my patients are geriatric dogs and the problem is kidney, not diabetes. One has stones and the other is beginning renal failure. It's controlled by diet (very expensive diet I might add). Gotta love those furry critters though- they are worth the work.
Lo: thank you! Yes, we are at their beck and call for sure! Remission - if it happens - may take 4 months or more of treatment. But if it will happen, it's worth the work!
Honey: You bet they are worth the work. I am thankful that actually, apart from the initial outlay, the treatment isn't overly expensive. I hope. I am working towards remission. No guarantees though!
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