Cats and dogs are usually treated with animal based insulin (beef based insulin being the most similar to a catâs natural insulin) or with synthetic human insulin. The veterinarian will suggest the most suitable type of insulin for your cat after considering the results of a series of blood tests for determining the effect of each type on Blood Sugar Levels . Cats metabolize insulin faster than dogs and the speed with which insulin is metabolized depends upon the type of insulin administered. There will be instances when your cat may require a change in dose or type of insulin for better management of Diabetes . Switching insulin can prove to be as problematic as the initial determination of the right kind of insulin to use for your cat. Read More

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