Reply #17: Another diabetic cat mommy [View All]

[Lady President]

I also have a diabetic cat and understand how tough this process can be. Have you talked to the vet about giving your cat injections instead of pills? I know a lot of people are uncomfortable with the idea at first, but I found the injections much less tramatic on both of us. (Btw, you give the shots in the scruff of the neck where the skin is very thick and they never even flinch.)

Did your vet discuss Barney's food? I special order a high protein/low carb. dry cat food for my cat. Since he started eating it I've progessively needed to give him less insulin which is easier on his system. Did they give you the little testers to check the sugar level in his urine. It is not as exact as a blood test, but it could save a few vet visits. Plus, it's good to check his urine because he's at a greater risk of urinary tract infections.

My other cat is awful about pills. You might want to try crushing up the pill (assuming it isn't time released,) mixing it with Catlax, and smearing it on his paw. This works pretty well for me. I've also be able to give her some liquid medicine.

Good luck and just do the best you can. :hug: