A little over 6-10 years
It is recommended to wait at least 30 minutes after a cat eats before giving them insulin to effectively manage their diabetes.
a cat with diabetes
You would need to take your cat to a vet and they could do blood work on the cat.
Yes, cat's immune systems are not anywhere near as strong as human's. But killing a cat with an intentional insulin overdose is a crime in almost every country, and in most countries punishable by imprisonment or at least a fine of £150 plus.
Cats with diabetes typically require insulin when their blood sugar levels remain consistently high despite dietary changes and weight management. It is important to consult with a veterinarian to determine the appropriate insulin dosage and management plan for a diabetic cat.
There are several internet sights which offer advice regarding feline diabetes, however, the best place to go is to your local vet. They are fully trained to find and treat diabetes in your cat and can prescribe the proper treatment.
Similar to a person with untreated diabetes, a cat will urinate a lot, be extremely thirsty, be tired or lethargic, and lose weight fast. Diabetes in cats is extremely treatable with insulin shots and a changed diet, so find an experienced vet! There's a large and active feline diabetes community that can best help your cat return to normal. See the attached links.
Yes, a cat with diabetes may experience pain due to complications from the disease, such as nerve damage or infections. It is important to monitor their symptoms and consult a veterinarian for proper management and treatment.
Pregnancy can only occur if the cat courted with a male.. It could occur even if the cat was unwilling, but I'm pretty sure if you keep your cat indoors, and watch it when you let it outside, will it avoid pregnancy. Unless you do want kittens.
My cat has diabetes and often doesn't eat very much, it could just be that your cat doesn't enjoy eating the food you give it or it could be a medical problem, the best thing is to take it to the vets to get professional help. Not eating food could also be a sign that your cat is getting too much insulin.
If your cat is thirsty all the time you need to take it to the vets. Constant thirst in a cat can be a sign of diabetes.
Nothing, until you have a veterinarians opinion as to the actual problem