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Understanding Vet Care For Dogs And Cats


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Understanding Vet Care For Dogs And Cats

Hello everyone, I’m Megan. Welcome. I would like to use this site to talk to you all about vet care for dogs and cats. As soon as I bring my pets home, I make an appointment with the vet. The first appointment allows me to establish care and discuss a good vaccination schedule for my animals. The vet performs a thorough examination to confirm my pet is in good health. Throughout my pets’ lives, I bring them back to the vet for diagnosis and treatment when they are ill or injured. My site will cover pet illnesses and injuries along with the tests and treatments used for each medical condition. Thanks.

That's A Fat Cat: 4 Steps To Controlling Feline Diabetes

Obesity isn't just a problem for humans; it's a problem for cats as well. In fact, obesity is a common cause of feline diabetes. If your cat has been diagnosed with feline diabetes, there are some simple steps you can take to treat the diabetes and get the obesity under control.

Go High-Fiber

If your cat's weight problem led to diabetes, you need to work on their diet. One way to do that is to go high-fiber. Meals high in fiber will help your cat lose weight and will also help control the diabetes. When adding fiber to your cat's diet, you should also include some complex carbohydrates. The combination may help reduce the need for insulin for your cat. Talk to your vet about the high-fiber foods they'd recommend.

Switch to Smaller Meals

If you feed your cat once or twice a day, you might want to consider switching to several smaller meals throughout the day. Feeding your cat several small meals instead of just one or two big meals will help regulate the amount of sugar that enters the bloodstream during the day. For maximum benefits, be sure to remain consistent with the feeding schedule once you switch to smaller meals. Fluctuations in mealtimes can also lead to fluctuations in blood-sugar levels.

Keep it Moving

If your cat has diabetes caused by obesity, a bit more exercise may be beneficial. This is particularly true if your car prefers to lounge around the house all day. The more your cat moves during the day, the less insulin it will require, and the more calories it will burn. Try introducing catnip as a way to activate your cat.

Know the Warning Signs

Now that you know your cat has diabetes, it's important for you to understand the warning signs that could be signaling a medical emergency. Diabetes can cause weakness, uncontrolled urination and unquenchable thirst. In addition, when blood-sugar levels climb too high, you may notice an acetone-odor to your cat's breath. That's a sign of ketoacidosis. If your cat develops any of these signs, or begins to lose weight too rapidly, you need to see the veterinarian as soon as possible.

If your cat has developed obesity-related diabetes, you'll need to make some diet and exercise changes. Use the suggestions provided above to help get your cat's diabetes under control. Be sure to notify your veterinarian immediately if you notice any changes in your cats behavior or health. 

If your cat is in need of emergency medical attention, contact an emergency veterinarian at a company like Northside Emergency Pet Clinic.