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Feline Diabetes?
I have a 6 month old kitten, she is very healthy according to her last check up. Although i've noticed that she drinks a lot of water and pees about 7 times a day. I know these are signs of feline diabetes, but she doesn't have any other symptoms, she eats very well, isn't losing any weight and is very active and social. Should i be worried, what could this be?
10 Answers
- PandagalLv 41 decade agoFavorite Answer
It's not unusual for cats to urinate several times a day, particular if they are active, and most kittens are active.
The only way to really know if your cat is diabetic is to have the vet do a blood test. If your kitten was spayed, you may have already had blood work done, so the vet can confirm if her sugar levels were in the normal range. If not, I suggest that you go ahead and get a blood test. If nothing else, it will provide baseline information for future medical work.
Good luck.
- Anonymous5 years ago
We used to have a cat with diabetes. And we used the same medications as are used for diabetes in humans. We eventually had to give her insulin injections (and yes, we picked up the insulin at the pharmacy). However, much of her diabetes was controlled by a regimented diet using food we bought at the vet -- being fed a specific amount at specific times of day, with zero treats. You'd be surprised how easy it is to give a cat a shot every day -- it's actually so much easier than giving them medicine any other way. We gave it to our cat just as she started eating and she didn't even flinch lol. It doesn't hurt them at all -- it's just a poke in the loose skin at the back of the neck.
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- 1 decade ago
Hello I myself have wondered about this before,If your cat is eating well and keeping it down not vomiting or severe diarrhea,It is probably just thirsty .I myself have diabetes and I know cats have the same symptoms as humans,As long as the cat seems to be fine you shouldn't have anything to worry about.There is a chance that it could be borderline if that is the case the only way to control it is with diet,and exercise.If the cat develops high fever,vomiting ,diarrhea,excessive thirst,or sleeping to much you should probably contact a vet.
- ♪ Seattle ♫Lv 71 decade ago
Hi there...kittens are very active in general and will urinate as well as consume water in greater consumption becaus of the activity level. However, it would be advisable to have her evaluated again if you are somewhat concerned. Ringing the vet to discuss this may be more helpful before considering a visit as an alternative.
Source(s): Animal Trainer to domestic and exotic cats Friend who is a veterinarian - Anonymous1 decade ago
I wouldn't be to worried,I have a 6 month old kitten also and she drinks more than my older cat and she pee's more too, you could have a test done,it is always a smart idea,and you could get her shots,some of the pet stores offer shot packages more reasonable and animal welfare leagues are always very reasonable.