Tuesday 18 June 2019

Can Diabetes Occur in American Bobtails?



Sadly, feline diabetes doesn’t really care what kind of cat you are or how many lives you have left. Feline diabetes can affect cats of all ages and all breeds including the American Bobtail. The diabetes disease can happen in cats when their body isn’t producing the right amount of insulin. Insulin is a hormone in the body that’s used to regulate the body’s energy levels, blood sugar levels, etc. When insulin isn’t produced, the glucose is no longer regulated correctly through the bloodstream and into the cells of the body. When this happens the body breaks down fat and proteins instead. Cats with diabetes may lose weight suddenly, stop drinking, drink more, become lethargic, etc. If you are concerned with your cat getting diabetes, make an appointment with your veterinarians London, ON. Your vet will most likely run a urinalysis and run blood work to determine a cause and provide treatment.

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