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My cat has diabetes. Where can I get help regulating his blood sugar?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | Domestic Shorthair | Male | 11 years and 3 months old | 9 lbs

Are there any resousource out there where someone can take in a poorly regulated cat and get his blood sugar straightened out? I’m failing miserably. I just need a service to take him and get the right on the right track. Is there such a resource out there???

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Answered By Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA

Veterinarian, Certified Dog Trainer

Published on October 4th, 2018

Hi there. Your veterinarian may be able to board Cody for a few weeks so that staff members can administer his insulin regularly, monitor his glucose levels, and make adjustments as needed until he's regulated. Keep in mind, though, that stress can affect glucose readings in cats - so it's generally better for this process to be done with the cat at home, if possible. You don't mention why you're having difficulty - giving the insulin injections, checking his glucose at home, feeding the appropriate diet, or something else? Feel free to post again with more information about what you're having trouble with. We would be happy to try and make some suggestions to help.

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