The word diabetes instills fear in everyone, but when you hear it about your beloved cat, it's heartbreaking. Studies have shown that 1 in every 400 cats will develop diabetes. So if you even SUSPECT that fluffy may be suffering from diabetes, you need to have your cat tested as soon as you possibly can.

Some symptoms that could be an indication of feline diabetes are excess urination, accompanied by increased thirst. Normally, your pet's weight will start dropping due to a loss of appetite. However, his appetite could possibly increase. Fatigue and depression may often set in. You may also notice that his coat is changing; not as shiny or healthy. Watch his diet, check the labels for added sugar. Start him on a program of an herbal formula containing such ingredients as moringa, fenugreek, bilberry and juniper berry to strengthen his pancreas.

With quick response and proper treatment to the symptoms your cat is displaying, feline diabetes can be put into permanent remission. You must establish a low carbohydrate diet for your cat, as this is very important, and must continue throughout your pet's life. He may also benefit by a diet high in fiber that can help slow digestion which, in turn, can help keep his blood sugars at a proper level. Some dry cat foods can be high in sugar and carbohydrates, so be careful when selecting his food. A low-carbohydrate canned food might be a good alternative.

Fatigue or sluggishness is often a symptom indicating your pet's blood sugar is dropping dangerously low. The remedy for this symptom is the same for cats as it is for humans. He needs to eat. But if the cat has gone too long without food, and you can't get him to respond, again just as with humans, you need to raise his blood sugar quickly. You can do this by putting Karo syrup on his gums, which will be rapidly absorbed into his body and should bring him around in short order.

It's not uncommon for cats with diabetes to develop a form of neuropathy. Neuropathy is nerve damage that primarily affects the feet and legs. It most commonly causes the cat's hind legs to become weak over a period of time, eventually causing the cat to resort to standing on his hocks, rather than his feet. The condition can become so severe that the cat will have to sit or lay down after every couple steps. Ultimately, he could loose the use of his hind legs altogether, if no action is taken to reverse the condition. Once the blood sugar levels have been returned to normal for a period of 1 to 3 months, neuropathy will often heal with no further action taken.

Because of the harmful chemicals and sugar laden commercial foods we feed our pets, it's critical to your cat's health to supplement his diet with an herbal blend designed to fortify your cat's immune system. It also helps to prevent and remedy disorders with natural herbs such as echinacea, goldenseal, cloves, cat's claw, yew tips, and other powerful ingredients.