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My senior cat has diabetes. Are there alternatives to euthanasia?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Mediumhair | Female | spayed

I am getting presured to put my 9 year old cat to sleep coz of diabetes.i need help

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on February 8th, 2018

I'm sorry to hear that you're in this difficult position! Diabetes is generally a very treatable disease in cats, provided that you are able to make the recommended diet changes and give daily insulin injections. I do not normally consider this a reason to euthanize the cat, unless the owner feels that treatment is not feasible - either for logistical or financial reasons. Please let us know if you have specific questions about this - we would be happy to try and help.

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