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Diabetes Mellitus in Cats: Overview

Feline diabetes disrupts blood sugar control and can cause thirst, increased urination and weight loss.

Feline diabetes disrupts blood sugar control and can cause thirst, increased urination and weight loss. Insulin resistance and obesity are often involved; treatment requires regular monitoring.

Editorial overview based on the linked VCA resource; this is not the complete original handout. Prepared 2026-10-03; not veterinarian-reviewed. Diagnosis and treatment, including medication choice and dose, require veterinary guidance.

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