Glucose 406 Fur Shot

[Scdal]

I am so upset. His before insulin reading this morning was 406. I was really eager to give him his insulin injection after waiting an hour after he ate.

I really thought I got the needle in since I could see his skin. But after the injection, his fur was wet. It was not just a little wet but probably the whole injection.

I am new to this and have only been
giving injections for a week. The needles are so tiny that you don't feel a puncture and neither does my cat. But now, if his readings are high one day, how do I know if I got the insulin injected?

I wish they made a needle with an indicator to let you know when it punctured the skin. I would pay anything for a device like this.

 

[jt and trouble (GA)]

I am so upset. His before insulin reading this morning was 406. I was really eager to give him his insulin injection after waiting an hour after he ate.

I really thought I got the needle in since I could see his skin. But after the injection, his fur was wet. It was not just a little wet but probably the whole injection.

I am new to this and have only been
giving injections for a week. The needles are so tiny that you don't feel a puncture and neither does my cat. But now, if his readings are high one day, how do I know if I got the insulin injected?

I wish they made a needle with an indicator to let you know when it punctured the skin. I would pay anything for a device like this.

Siiigh frustrating isnt it? I remember furshots and I followed the instruction, since you cant know how much did go in...better high one day than too low for a minuet.. Dont know if that protocol has changed, I doubt it. Hang on for more advice.
jeanne

 

[Ale & Bobo & Minnie (GA)]

I am so upset. His before insulin reading this morning was 406. I was really eager to give him his insulin injection after waiting an hour after he ate.

I really thought I got the needle in since I could see his skin. But after the injection, his fur was wet. It was not just a little wet but probably the whole injection.

I am new to this and have only been
giving injections for a week. The needles are so tiny that you don't feel a puncture and neither does my cat. But now, if his readings are high one day, how do I know if I got the insulin injected?

I wish they made a needle with an indicator to let you know when it punctured the skin. I would pay anything for a device like this.

I worry about that a lot because when I started I did do a few fur shots too. What works for me is using a small flashlight. Don’t laugh but I got a pocket one that I can hold in my mouth and aim it at the spot then I can see way better and even if there’s still some fur around, I can spot a little skin and aim the needle there. I use it during the day and at night. Even when Minnie is outside in the sun, it helps a ton. Kinda like when you use the flash on your camera outside during the day.

What syringes are you using? I prefer the 29 gauge which is the long needle. Here’s the one I used before switching to the 1/2 units. It was easier for me to see and feel the needle going in and I got them from Chewy:

Your pet will love this UltiCare UltiGuard Safe Pack Insulin Syringes U-100 29 Gauge x 0.5-in, 0.3-cc, 100 count:

 

[Scdal]

My needles are U-100 BD Veo 6mm length 31 gauge. It says ultra-fine needle. The needle is tiny. I just checked his blood glucose again. It has about an hour and a half since I gave the injection. His glucose is 398 and that is after eating. It has not dropped much so maybe he got some of it. I will check out the longer needles that you recommended.
Maybe if I just pull his skin up towards me instead of trying to make a pouch I will have better luck. I am just happy that his glucose has dropped a little.

 

[Wendy&Neko]

This post has some tips on shooting, as sell as testing, that might help. I found the roll method helpful: http://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/testing-and-shooting-tips.85113/

 

[Diane Tyler's Mom GA]

I worry about that a lot because when I started I did do a few fur shots too. What works for me is using a small flashlight. Don’t laugh but I got a pocket one that I can hold in my mouth and aim it at the spot then I can see way better and even if there’s still some fur around, I can spot a little skin and aim the needle there. I use it during the day and at night. Even when Minnie is outside in the sun, it helps a ton. Kinda like when you use the flash on your camera outside during the day.

What syringes are you using? I prefer the 29 gauge which is the long needle. Here’s the one I used before switching to the 1/2 units. It was easier for me to see and feel the needle going in and I got them from Chewy:

Your pet will love this UltiCare UltiGuard Safe Pack Insulin Syringes U-100 29 Gauge x 0.5-in, 0.3-cc, 100 count:

I also like the longer needles
I use


Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29G 3/10cc 1/2" 100/bx


Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29 Gauge 3/10cc 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) 100 single use syringes. These syringes include Half unit markings for precise dosing for 30 units or less. Every Monoject Ultra Comfort Insulin Syringe has been engineered to provide you with unparalleled comfort, accuracy and ease.

 

[Ale & Bobo & Minnie (GA)]

I also like the longer needles
I use

these come in 1/2 units, awesome!!!

Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29G 3/10cc 1/2" 100/bx


Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29 Gauge 3/10cc 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) 100 single use syringes. These syringes include Half unit markings for precise dosing for 30 units or less. Every Monoject Ultra Comfort Insulin Syringe has been engineered to provide you with unparalleled comfort, accuracy and ease.

 

[Scdal]

I also like the longer needles
I use


Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29G 3/10cc 1/2" 100/bx


Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29 Gauge 3/10cc 1/2 inch (12.7 mm) 100 single use syringes. These syringes include Half unit markings for precise dosing for 30 units or less. Every Monoject Ultra Comfort Insulin Syringe has been engineered to provide you with unparalleled comfort, accuracy and ease.

Thank you, I am going to try these.

 

[Diane Tyler's Mom GA]

Thank you, I am going to try these.

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[Ale & Bobo & Minnie (GA)]

I buy them from ADW Diabetes here is a coupon code
ADW Diabetes Storewide Promotions
ADW5OFF

Take an additional $5.00 off all orders of $50.00 or more!

DIA10

10% off your next order!


Monoject Ultra Comfort U-100 Insulin Syringes 29G 3/10cc 1/2" 100/bx
4.6 out of 5 stars from 13 reviews
Shop all Monoject products

Deliver One Time Only
Your Low Price: $18.03

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