hi. my cat was just diagnosed yesterday.

Does anyone know how much canned food I should be feeding my overweight 15-lb 14-year-old just diagnosed diabetic cat? I can only find feeding guidelines for dry food which he shouldn't be eating by every thing I have read so far.

 

Pop over to Cat Info for a food list, as well as info an careful weight loss in a cat (too fast can be dangerous to the cat)

 

Thank you, found what I needed. I am very lucky; neither of my cats is "kibble addicted", as I discovered today.

 

Often just the act of switching to an all wet food diet will help slim down the herd. Good luck.

 

It's been just a few days and already he's perked up dramatically. He's not noticeably thinner of course but he clearly feels better and is more energetic. I'm feeling much more optimistic!

 

I'm just learning how to navigate in this forum.
My 15 years old cat Foxie was just diagnosed with diabetes
I want to now what meter you recommend to check het glucose
Thanks
Liliana

 

Hi Liliana,

It would be best if you would go to the top of the page and pick the New Thread button. Then introduce yourself and your sweet kitty.

To answer your question, most people here buy the ReliOn meter from Walmart. It is the cheapest meter and has the cheapest strips (which are the most expensive part of the home testing process)

 

I'm so sorry about your cat.
I'm hoping Foxie do well,but I will never let her suffer.
She is incredible cat
Thank you for your response