Diabetes

Extra body fat leads to insulin resistance in cats and some dogs just as it does in humans. In fact, obese cats have been found to have a 50% decrease in insulin sensitivity. Weight management is especially important in decreasing a cat’s risk for the development of diabetes mellitus.

Diabetes in our pets can often be managed medically.  Sometims this involves dietery changes and/or daily insulin injections.  If your pet has been diagnosed with diabetes you may like to click on the link below for some more information from Veterinary Partner.

http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A&S=0&C=0&A=631