Diabetic Cat Food
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Diabetes in cats - Veterinarian Dr. med. vet. Franziska G. explains:
"The hormone insulin opens the doors for blood sugar to enter the body's cells. In cats with diabetes, the body either produces too little insulin (type 1 diabetes) or the existing insulin is no longer effective (type 2 diabetes). As a result, blood sugar cannot reach the body's cells in sufficient amounts.
The result? Blood sugar levels rise, and cats become tired and drink more. Despite an increased appetite, they lose weight because their bodies draws on fat reserves as an energy source. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious organ damage that can severely jeopardise health. Cats with diabetes require long-term insulin therapy. However, in combination with an adapted diet, the quality and duration of life of affected cats can be significantly improved."
This content is a translation of the original text published on zooplus.de, created by Veterinarian Dr.med.vet. Franziska G., in collaboration with our editorial team. The information provided is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your vet if you have any concerns about your pet’s health or wellbeing.
Diabetes in cats - Veterinarian Dr. med. vet. Franziska G. explains:
"The hormone insulin opens the doors for blood sugar to enter the body's cells. In cats with diabetes, the body either produces too little insulin (type 1 diabetes) or the existing insulin is no longer effective (type 2 diabetes). As a result, blood sugar cannot reach the body's cells in sufficient amounts.
The result? Blood sugar levels rise, and cats become tired and drink more. Despite an increased appetite, they lose weight because their bodies draws on fat reserves as an energy source. If left untreated, diabetes can lead to serious organ damage that can severely jeopardise health. Cats with diabetes require long-term insulin therapy. However, in combination with an adapted diet, the quality and duration of life of affected cats can be significantly improved."
This content is a translation of the original text published on zooplus.de, created by Veterinarian Dr.med.vet. Franziska G., in collaboration with our editorial team. The information provided is for general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional veterinary advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult your vet if you have any concerns about your pet’s health or wellbeing.
What is cat food for diabetes?
Diabetic food for cats is a special type of cat food designed to contribute to the stabilisation of blood sugar levels in cats with diabetes. It is rich in protein to allow a gradual rise in blood sugar. Protein allows for a slow and steady absorption of energy without spiking blood sugar. At the same time, diabetes food for cats is generally low in carbohydrates, as they are converted into sugar quickly, causing blood sugar levels to spike.
What is cat food for diabetes?
Diabetic food for cats is a special type of cat food designed to contribute to the stabilisation of blood sugar levels in cats with diabetes. It is rich in protein to allow a gradual rise in blood sugar. Protein allows for a slow and steady absorption of energy without spiking blood sugar. At the same time, diabetes food for cats is generally low in carbohydrates, as they are converted into sugar quickly, causing blood sugar levels to spike.
What causes diabetes in cats?
There are various risk factors that can lead to your cat developing type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
The best-known risk factors include:
- Being overweight and a lack of exercise (common in indoor cats)
- Old age
- Genetic predisposition (e.g. in Burmese cats)
- Sex (often in neutered males)
- Other underlying diseases (e.g. pancreatitis)
- Medication (e.g. corticosteroids)
You can find more information in our magazine article on the subject of Diabetes in Cats.
What causes diabetes in cats?
There are various risk factors that can lead to your cat developing type 1 or type 2 diabetes.
The best-known risk factors include:
- Being overweight and a lack of exercise (common in indoor cats)
- Old age
- Genetic predisposition (e.g. in Burmese cats)
- Sex (often in neutered males)
- Other underlying diseases (e.g. pancreatitis)
- Medication (e.g. corticosteroids)
You can find more information in our magazine article on the subject of Diabetes in Cats.
How to tell if your cat has diabetes?
Diabetes can manifest itself in your cat in the form of the following symptoms:
- Drinking more (polydipsia) and passing more urine (polyuria)
- Losing weight despite an increase in appetite
- Dull fur
- Being tired and moving less
If you suspect that your cat has diabetes, consult a vet to have this checked.
How to tell if your cat has diabetes?
Diabetes can manifest itself in your cat in the form of the following symptoms:
- Drinking more (polydipsia) and passing more urine (polyuria)
- Losing weight despite an increase in appetite
- Dull fur
- Being tired and moving less
If you suspect that your cat has diabetes, consult a vet to have this checked.
What cat food is suitable for diabetes?
Diet has a significant influence on your cat's blood sugar level. Because of this, cats with diabetes should be given special cat food with the following properties suitable for diabetics:
| Feature- | High in protein |
|---|---|
| Description- | Protein stabilises blood sugar levels, which is why diabetic cat food is rich in protein. |
| Feature- | Low in carbohydrates |
| Description- | Carbohydrates are converted into sugar rapidly. This is why diabetes food for cats is particularly low in carbohydrates. |
| Feature- | Low glycaemic index |
| Description- | The glycaemic index indicates how quickly food causes the blood sugar level to rise. Diabetes food for cats therefore has the lowest possible glycaemic index to enable slower sugar absorption. |
| Feature- | Usually wet food |
| Description- | Cats with diabetes are prone to dehydration. Many diabetic foods for cats are therefore available as wet food, as it can have a positive effect on hydration. |
Feature- | Description- |
|---|---|
High in protein | Protein stabilises blood sugar levels, which is why diabetic cat food is rich in protein. |
Low in carbohydrates | Carbohydrates are converted into sugar rapidly. This is why diabetes food for cats is particularly low in carbohydrates. |
Low glycaemic index | The glycaemic index indicates how quickly food causes the blood sugar level to rise. Diabetes food for cats therefore has the lowest possible glycaemic index to enable slower sugar absorption. |
Usually wet food | Cats with diabetes are prone to dehydration. Many diabetic foods for cats are therefore available as wet food, as it can have a positive effect on hydration. |
Ask your vet for advice on which food is suitable for your cat with diabetes.
What cat food is suitable for diabetes?
Diet has a significant influence on your cat's blood sugar level. Because of this, cats with diabetes should be given special cat food with the following properties suitable for diabetics:
| Feature- | High in protein |
|---|---|
| Description- | Protein stabilises blood sugar levels, which is why diabetic cat food is rich in protein. |
| Feature- | Low in carbohydrates |
| Description- | Carbohydrates are converted into sugar rapidly. This is why diabetes food for cats is particularly low in carbohydrates. |
| Feature- | Low glycaemic index |
| Description- | The glycaemic index indicates how quickly food causes the blood sugar level to rise. Diabetes food for cats therefore has the lowest possible glycaemic index to enable slower sugar absorption. |
| Feature- | Usually wet food |
| Description- | Cats with diabetes are prone to dehydration. Many diabetic foods for cats are therefore available as wet food, as it can have a positive effect on hydration. |
Feature- | Description- |
|---|---|
High in protein | Protein stabilises blood sugar levels, which is why diabetic cat food is rich in protein. |
Low in carbohydrates | Carbohydrates are converted into sugar rapidly. This is why diabetes food for cats is particularly low in carbohydrates. |
Low glycaemic index | The glycaemic index indicates how quickly food causes the blood sugar level to rise. Diabetes food for cats therefore has the lowest possible glycaemic index to enable slower sugar absorption. |
Usually wet food | Cats with diabetes are prone to dehydration. Many diabetic foods for cats are therefore available as wet food, as it can have a positive effect on hydration. |
Ask your vet for advice on which food is suitable for your cat with diabetes.
What should I feed my diabetic cat?
If your cat has diabetes, you should ideally feed them sugar-free food low in carbohydrates if possible. One great option for keeping blood sugar levels stable is special diabetes cat food, which is also particularly rich in protein.
What should I feed my diabetic cat?
If your cat has diabetes, you should ideally feed them sugar-free food low in carbohydrates if possible. One great option for keeping blood sugar levels stable is special diabetes cat food, which is also particularly rich in protein.
Which meat should you feed cats with diabetes?
Cats with diabetes tolerate lean meat with a high protein content best. Poultry (e.g. chicken or turkey) or rabbit are particularly suitable for this.
Which meat should you feed cats with diabetes?
Cats with diabetes tolerate lean meat with a high protein content best. Poultry (e.g. chicken or turkey) or rabbit are particularly suitable for this.
Can healthy cats eat diabetic food?
Even healthy cats can eat diabetic food. However, make sure to adapt the diet to your cat's individual needs. They may have other needs that are not optimally covered by cat food for diabetes.
Can healthy cats eat diabetic food?
Even healthy cats can eat diabetic food. However, make sure to adapt the diet to your cat's individual needs. They may have other needs that are not optimally covered by cat food for diabetes.