1-5 Leo♡ PMPS 124 +1 107 +2 62 +3 47 +3.5 51 +4 51 +5 51 +5.5 54
- Thread starter La-La Leo (GA)
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Staci & Ivy
Member Since 2022
Hi Joni, It’s a bounce from your FS, he will come back down!! Wishing you a gentle slide down for Leo 
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
AMPS 407
+2 261
Feeding LC at AMPS, +1, +2
I rarely have a leftover can of food these days as Leo is eating SO much better (more). @Christie & Maverick, he is doing so much better.
Leo meowing for sink water.
@Staci & Ivy, Thank you!
The +2 from AMPS is quite steep. I definitely kept him fed.
+2 261
Feeding LC at AMPS, +1, +2
I rarely have a leftover can of food these days as Leo is eating SO much better (more). @Christie & Maverick, he is doing so much better.
Leo meowing for sink water.
@Staci & Ivy, Thank you!
The +2 from AMPS is quite steep. I definitely kept him fed.
Basic's Mom
Member Since 2023
You and Christie have done a beautiful job with the carbs and controlling the highs and lows. Good job.
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
What comes up, inevitably comes down 
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; sometimes it takes a bit of experimenting and a fresh pair of eyes 
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. Joni and Leo are doing all the heavy lifting
; sometimes it takes a bit of experimenting and a fresh pair of eyes .
Basic's Mom
Member Since 2023
It may be the most fascinating thing about this disease to me (controlling the ups and downs with carb % that works best for the cat). The proof is in the pudding too.
Good job, Joni and Leo.
Good job, Joni and Leo.
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Very true, Sybil, and while there are some things that influence BG values that we can’t do much about, food is one variable that we can control.
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
The latest.... another huge drop. 
160 +4.25
Leo eats when I offer it. Actually, it's always available, but sometimes I have to deliberately put him in front of the food bowl, and sometimes I add warm water to further encourage him.
Still haven't decided what to do with the broken crown.... the biologic dentist I saw a few years ago to remove three root canals is hours away... but I invariably chickened out. Now I have a real decision to make.
160 +4.25
Leo eats when I offer it. Actually, it's always available, but sometimes I have to deliberately put him in front of the food bowl, and sometimes I add warm water to further encourage him.
Still haven't decided what to do with the broken crown.... the biologic dentist I saw a few years ago to remove three root canals is hours away... but I invariably chickened out. Now I have a real decision to make.
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cecile & bella
Member Since 2021
He's back in blues that did not take long.
that did not take long.
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Soooo…..what’s the scoop?! Are we in greens yet?
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Soooo…..what’s the scoop?! Are we in greens yet?
No kidding! It's only been 45 min since last test, but if I need to test later, before PMPS, I will.
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Oh hehe sorry, I got a little over excited, for some reason I thought we were past +6 lol
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
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Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Good plan
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
+2=62
fed 15%
Mr Green!
fed 15%
Mr Green!
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Keep a close eye on him, he’s definitely pulling some shenanigans. Get on that surf board, Leo!
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Planning a +3... should I test sooner, like now? It's 15 min until +3.
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Ohhhh, I do have 20%, if needed. FF Gravy Lovers Beef Feast in gravy.
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Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
I’m inclined to say yes, since looking from PMPS to +2 you’ve got some good action.
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
How do you feel about 2 tsp of 15% and retest in 30 minutes?
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
+3=47
Gave a li'l 15%&20%, so 17.5%.
Will test again in a few min.
Gave a li'l 15%&20%, so 17.5%.
Will test again in a few min.
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
I like it
. Don’t test too quickly since it takes approx. 20-30 minutes for the carbs to hit the blood stream.ETA: in other words you won’t be able to see the effects of your carb intervention until around that time.
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
I like it
ETA: in other words you won’t be able to see the effects of your carb intervention until around that time.
I only gave a tsp.... seems I've always tested 15-20 min later. But this gives a chance to eat +
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Yes, that’s the general guideline for handling lower numbers. But it also depends on how carb sensitive your cat is, and I wouldn’t want you to test sooner than 15-20 minutes in any case.
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
I liked your combo, looks like it got him over 50 nicely, I’d go with that again and see if that gets him surfing. How he’s feeling? Maybe enjoying his time in the lagoon? 
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
I liked your combo, looks like it got him over 50 nicely, I’d go with that again and see if that gets him surfing. How he’s feeling? Maybe enjoying his time in the lagoon?
I didn't have to retrieve him at +3 for the test ... he was heading my way! Forgot to mention the HC was in his LC bowl, and he probably got a few bites of that. I usually use a smaller/separate bowl.
Leo is just chilling by himself. We finally finished our dinner. It's already almost 10:30. Where did the time go?
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La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
+4=51
Again! Fed 10%/20%.
Again! Fed 10%/20%.
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Flat is good , this is one reason why I try a couple of bites vs. just one teaspoon, with some cats 1 teaspoon is good, but for some, getting a little extra snack helps. It is an ECID thing. Hoping the surf continues.
, this is one reason why I try a couple of bites vs. just one teaspoon, with some cats 1 teaspoon is good, but for some, getting a little extra snack helps. It is an ECID thing. Hoping the surf continues.
Jason - Kona's Dad
Member Since 2023
Leo is working it tonight... I've been watching Joni and Christie working together this last week or so and I just have to say it is amazing teamwork.
Nice work you two, really a great example of the magic of FDMB!
I've been watching Joni and Christie working together this last week or so and I just have to say it is amazing teamwork.Nice work you two, really a great example of the magic of FDMB!
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Leo is working it tonight...
Nice work you two, really a great example of the magic of FDMB!
Yes, indeed!
I must say there have been three times when Leo would not eat for 24 hours that I thought I could lose him. I'm very grateful for all the help and encouragement from Christie and many others!
I would feel better if I could let him have some more HC or whatever is needed. Or do I need to stay up longer or set an alarm?
Oops, sorry Jason! I forgot I was replying to your post.
Jason - Kona's Dad
Member Since 2023
Jason - Kona's Dad
Member Since 2023
@La-La Leo - can you post more photos of Leo tomorrow when you get a chance.... he might be the most handsome cat on here. Just saying! 
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
Hi, @Christie & Maverick.I liked your combo, looks like it got him over 50 nicely, I’d go with that again and see if that gets him surfing. How he’s feeling? Maybe enjoying his time in the lagoon?
+5=51
I'm going to use 20%.
Thoughts/recommendations?
La-La Leo (GA)
Member Since 2021
@La-La Leo - can you post more photos of Leo tomorrow when you get a chance.... he might be the most handsome cat on here. Just saying!
I have some of our kitties on a Pics sheet of an old SS. Leo's kitty friend, Andy, looks a little like your Kona. ♡♡♡ The gray kitty, Isaiah, is Andy's brother from the same litter. When my step-sister had to give up Isaiah, we took him in and he was with us for over four years. Our daughter got married late 2022, and Isaiah went to her home, 1/14/23. Leo & Isaiah played together real well.
Old SS:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheet...dqgnISUCU7A2WW1j9GEiTIrICBs/edit?usp=drivesdk
Jason - Kona's Dad
Member Since 2023
I LOVE photos of the babies, I could look all day!
Is Leo still low? Time to test? That 20% has got to bump him up...
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
He’s stayed nicely above 50 with what you are currently feeding but as you know sometimes with feeding HC the numbers can bobble around.
https://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/dont-panic-or-how-to-handle-low-numbers.210109/
https://www.felinediabetes.com/FDMB/threads/dont-panic-or-how-to-handle-low-numbers.210109/