Lucy is too sweet...

Discussion in 'Feline Health - (Welcome & Main Forum)' started by Lindar, Sep 17, 2017.

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  1. Lindar

    Lindar New Member

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    IMG_0314.JPG But not in a good way right now...diagnosed with diabetes and started on insulin yesterday. She's 10 and a half and had been losing weight. Although I'm sad she has this illness, I am relieved it is a condition that can be managed. I'm grateful for this forum!
     
  2. Larry and Kitties

    Larry and Kitties Well-Known Member

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    Welcome.
    If you have any question please post in the Health forum
    http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/forums/feline-health-the-main-forum.28/

    Most of us here test our cat's blood glucose at home using a human meter. We test before each shot and periodically between shots. We record our reading and other info in a spreadsheet. See:
    http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/fdmb-spreadsheet-instructions.130337/
    What are you feeding? A low-carb canned is best. No reason for a prescription food. Here is a list of commercial low-carb canned

    http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/dr-pierson-new-food-chart.174147/
    Here is a link to home testing blood sugar
    http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/hometesting-links-and-tips.287/
     
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  3. Kris & Teasel

    Kris & Teasel Well-Known Member

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    Welcome! We can help. Larry gave you some good links to start. Post all your questions on the main health forum. :)
     
  4. FurBabiesMama

    FurBabiesMama Well-Known Member

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    Welcome, sweet little Lucy!
     
  5. Lindar

    Lindar New Member

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    Thank you! I am a seasoned nurse but feel like a total newbie when it comes to feline diabetes. I am sure that Lucy and I (and her sister,Daisy) will benefit from everyone's experience.
     
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  6. Yong & Maury GA

    Yong & Maury GA Well-Known Member

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    Welcome Lindar and Lucy and Daisy! :cat:
     
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