Felix Cleared 14 Days OTJ Trial!

Lansry

Lansry

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I am happily announcing that Felix is now officially :otj:! Thanks to this group for making this possible :bighug:. Fingers crossed that he won't need insulin for a long time. It is such a good timing because some of my other cats are having health issues right now, and I can switch my focus to them. Sadly my job as a cat mother never ends but having one achievement gives me motivation to keep on going :).
 
Let's Party!
Woo Hoo! Congratulations
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Just in case no one mentioned

After 14 days of no insulin, we have a party!!
Sometimes the trial doesn't work the first time and we have to give a little more support in the form of resuming insulin. It's not the end of the world if that happens; we just give him/her the support needed. Our goal is a strong remission and it's better to take our time to get that than to rush into remission just to have it fail later on.
Good luck with the trial!!!
Once he/she is through the trial successfully, you enter a new phase. Your cat is still diabetic but has now become diet-controlled. Continue feeding low carb food in the manner successful for your kitty. If you decide to change his/her feeding schedule, let your meter be your guide to the best times to feed. Avoid medications with sugar in them and steroid medications unless they are medically essential. Continue testing blood glucose weekly for the first month and then monthly forever. It's a good idea to weigh him/her monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he/she seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his/her blood glucose right away. Keep the teeth and gums clean and healthy; dental issues can bring a cat out of remission. If you see rising blood glucose numbers, it's time for a visit to the vet!

@Lansry
 
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