My 8-year-old cat is lethargic, eating less. Could it be diabetes?

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my 8 year old cat does not drink much water. I changed her to wet Pro Plan Urinary food as suggested by the vet. She uses the poop box. But I have noticed her appetite is less and she lays around a lot more. I am worried about diabetes even though she does not have the obvious symptoms. Was treated for urinary tract problem but vet did not test her urine just prescribed antibiotic. Any suggestions? Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Longhair | Female | spayed | 7 years and 8 months old | 10 lbs

Andrea M. Brodie, DVM · Accepted Answer

You should take Kizzie back to a veterinarian for a proper thorough exam, with a urinalysis and blood work. Diabetes does not often have obvious signs, nor does kidney disease. Both of those can be ruled out with blood tests and urinalysis. Most cats with a UTI do not need antibiotics as most times it is stress induced. All the more it is important to verify that bacteria are involved before prescribing antibiotics. You may want to get a second opinion from another veterinarian.

My 8-year-old cat is lethargic, eating less. Could it be diabetes?

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