How to Spot Feline Diabetes in Your Cat

Feline diabetes symptoms will vary from cat to cat depending upon the type and stage of the disease. This disease can affect cats of any age, either male or female. The prime candidates for diabetes, however, are older males, especially those who are over weight.

Excessive urination and thirst (known as polyuria and polydipsia) are the most obvious early signs of the disease. Initially, your cat may show only these symptoms, or no symptoms at all.

As diabetes progresses, more symptoms may become apparent. In addition to polyuria and polydipsia, a diabetic cat may experience increased appetite, while at the same time losing weight.

In addition, sick cats will become lethargic. They also may develop diabetic neuropathy, a condition that causes weakness in the back legs.

Untreated cats may experience increasingly more severe symptoms. These may include vomiting, dehydration, and subsequent loss of appetite. Over time, affected cats may develop poor hair coat, secondary infections, and liver disease.

In severe cases, a potentially fatal condition known as ketoacidosis can develop in some diabetic cats. This condition has its own accompanying symptoms. These may include breathing abnormalities, weakness, and vomiting and diarrhea.

With proper treatment and disease management, feline diabetes can be controlled. There are two things you can do to help prevent the onset of the disease and reduce its effects in affected cats. First, ensure that your cat gets plenty of exercise, and second, ensure that your cat does not over eat.

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