Knowing the signs that your cat is diabetic might just save their life. Diabetes mellitus is not just a human condition – our feline companions can also suffer from it. In fact, diagnoses of diabetes in cats are increasing, especially among older and overweight cats. Nearly 1% of cats are affected by this chronic condition.
Vet, Dr. Rebecca MacMillan, explains how diabetes affects the cat: “Insulin is a hormone that helps us to absorb glucose and use it in cells around the body for energy, allowing them to carry out normal processes like growth and repair.
