My cat was just diagnosed with diabetes. What are my next steps?

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My cat chrissy is 9 years old and been diagnosed with diabetes.i am so confused with what to do. Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. I am sorry that Chrissy was diagnosed with diabetes. I have a cat with diabetes, too. You just need to take things one step at a time & work closely with your veterinarian. Cats can live wonderful lives with this disease, & some will even go into remission spontaneously. Your veterinarian may recommend some dietary changes, & depending on Chrissy's personality & severity of disease, may be treated with an oral medication or insulin shots. Most cats become very comfortable with the shots, as you will over time. It is a serious disease, but one that usually can be managed very nicely. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

My cat was just diagnosed with diabetes. What are my next steps?

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