TheNewTeddy Posted March 30, 2012 Report Posted March 30, 2012 I didn't even know they could get it, but, they can, and my cat has it. Wondering if anyone else has gone though this? Also, this is why not many posts from me recently. Quote Feel free to contact me outside the forums. Add "TheNewTeddy" to Twitter, Facebook, or Hotmail to reach me!
DogOnPorch Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 Yes, it is quite common in older cats. Special diet to keep their weight up and there's drugs to help with the condition itself. But, no lie...it's a tough go. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
WWWTT Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 I am so sorry to here this! My cat Bob had FIV and full blown AIDS which caused a horrible life for the guy.There is no help for feline AIDS. I am sorry that I do not know about diabetes for cats.I recommend looking up as much info on the net Good luck WWWTT Quote Maple Leaf Web is now worth $720.00! Down over $1,500 in less than one year! Total fail of the moderation on this site! That reminds me, never ask Greg to be a business partner! NEVER!
Guest American Woman Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 I didn't even know they could get it, but, they can, and my cat has it. Wondering if anyone else has gone though this? Also, this is why not many posts from me recently. I haven't gone through it, but I wanted to let you know that I wish you the best. I know first hand how difficult it is to deal with a sick pet - we get so attached. Hope your cat does as well as possible. Quote
TheNewTeddy Posted March 31, 2012 Author Report Posted March 31, 2012 Wow, didn't expect so many! Thanks for the support. My roomate and I are helping our kitty get back on his feet and even his sister is showing some concern. Quote Feel free to contact me outside the forums. Add "TheNewTeddy" to Twitter, Facebook, or Hotmail to reach me!
Guest Derek L Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 I didn't even know they could get it, but, they can, and my cat has it. Wondering if anyone else has gone though this? Also, this is why not many posts from me recently. What were some of the early signs? Would it be like the same warning signs in humans, ie lethargic, always sleeping and frequent urination? I ask because my daughter has a fat ~10 year old Siamese that will only (willing) go outside when it’s sunny, but like clockwork, when he gets back inside takes a large pee in the dirt box……..To be quite honest, after first seeing these big clumps, my wife and I thought our son was sleep walking or something and taking a leak in it. Quote
bush_cheney2004 Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 What were some of the early signs? Would it be like the same warning signs in humans, ie lethargic, always sleeping and frequent urination? Not unless the human drinks water from a bowl. My cat has feline diabetes and the first symptom was crazy mad drinking (of water), followed by lots of urination as you suggested. Their hind quarters start to seize up too (paralysis). Now he gets two subcutaneous injections of Lantus insulin each day. Without insulin, he would slowly starve to death. I ask because my daughter has a fat ~10 year old Siamese that will only (willing) go outside when it’s sunny, but like clockwork, when he gets back inside takes a large pee in the dirt box……..To be quite honest, after first seeing these big clumps, my wife and I thought our son was sleep walking or something and taking a leak in it. Big cats make big pee. Mine weighs 23 pounds, so he won't fit in a normal size litter box. So I got a huge under-bed storage box and filled that with clumping litter. Bring on the urine! Quote Economics trumps Virtue.
Moonlight Graham Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 I see lots of overweight cats, it must be a widespread problem. I don't remember seeing a lot of dogs and saying "wow that's a fat dog". But all those monster cats... Sorry to hear Teddy. Quote "All generalizations are false, including this one." - Mark Twain Partisanship is a disease of the intellect.
Guest Derek L Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 Not unless the human drinks water from a bowl. My cat has feline diabetes and the first symptom was crazy mad drinking (of water), followed by lots of urination as you suggested. Their hind quarters start to seize up too (paralysis). Now he gets two subcutaneous injections of Lantus insulin each day. Without insulin, he would slowly starve to death. I guess nothing to worry about then, the Only liquid this cat drinks is half/half (probably why he’s overweight)………But if drinking water out of the toilet is a symptom, I’ve got a Rottweiler and Bullmastiff that might need checking up on…….If either of them required daily insulin injections, I’ll be adding a tranquiliser gun to the collection Big cats make big pee. Mine weighs 23 pounds, so he won't fit in a normal size litter box. So I got a huge under-bed storage box and filled that with clumping litter. Bring on the urine! 23 pounds!! What is it? A cougar? None the less, all the best with your cat Teddy Quote
Keepitsimple Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 Lost my dear Reilly at 10 years old.....a fairly quick onset of diabetes......should have know by the continually wet cat box. Left it too long and could only say goodbye. Quote Back to Basics
bleeding heart Posted March 31, 2012 Report Posted March 31, 2012 Geez, why does everyone get so attached to their damn cats? Just joking. Me too, I adore my kitty. Quote “There is a limit to how much we can constantly say no to the political masters in Washington. All we had was Afghanistan to wave. On every other file we were offside. Eventually we came onside on Haiti, so we got another arrow in our quiver." --Bill Graham, Former Canadian Foreign Minister, 2007
kimmy Posted April 1, 2012 Report Posted April 1, 2012 One of my friends' relatives had a cat who had diabetes and it lived to be very old, so your kitty can still have a long and happy life, Teddy! Luckily you found out in time. I love my kitty. If I had a big yard, and didn't have to go to work, I would have a dog. But I have a pretty small apartment and I can't be home enough so it just wouldn't be fair to a dog. My cat is cuddly and affectionate but independent enough that I don't have to worry about leaving him on his own all day or even for a weekend. -k Quote (╯°□°)╯︵ ┻━┻ Friendly forum facilitator! ┬──┬◡ﾉ(° -°ﾉ)
DogOnPorch Posted April 1, 2012 Report Posted April 1, 2012 23 pounds!! What is it? A cougar? I had a dear old black n' white male DSH that was 20lbs (not fat). He would stretch out on my legs while on the couch in what my wife termed "sausage mode". He'd get quite cross if you decided to move. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
Guest American Woman Posted April 1, 2012 Report Posted April 1, 2012 20-23 pounds isn't that unusual for some breeds; Maine Coons, for example. My sister had a big Maine Coon that wasn't overweight at all, but weighed in at almost 20 pounds. It was just a big cat. And speaking of big cats, I want a Savannah! Quote
TheNewTeddy Posted May 26, 2012 Author Report Posted May 26, 2012 We reduced the dose and now the cat is off insulin. We are going to test if he can handle this well for two weeks, and if so, he won't need insulin anymore! Quote Feel free to contact me outside the forums. Add "TheNewTeddy" to Twitter, Facebook, or Hotmail to reach me!
DogOnPorch Posted May 26, 2012 Report Posted May 26, 2012 Good news. Mine just finished off a whole pile of grass...waiting. Quote Nothing cracks a turtle like Leon Uris.
TheNewTeddy Posted May 30, 2012 Author Report Posted May 30, 2012 If you want to see pictures of my cat and his info, you can find it here: http://felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=72073 Quote Feel free to contact me outside the forums. Add "TheNewTeddy" to Twitter, Facebook, or Hotmail to reach me!
Shakeyhands Posted May 30, 2012 Report Posted May 30, 2012 If you want to see pictures of my cat and his info, you can find it here: http://felinediabetes.com/FDMB/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=72073 Wow... message boards cover everything and anything!!! Glad your cat is doing better. Quote "They muddy the water, to make it seem deep." - Friedrich Nietzsche
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