You'll want to stick with the same 2.25u dose until Miss Meows "earns" a reduction by dropping below 50... that is, if you still want to follow the Tight Regulation Protocol. We don't know if she would have dropped lower today. However, we do know this dose was able to drop her to at least 77 before intervention became necessary because of not being home to monitor. The only reason HC was suggested was to keep her safe while you were at work. It's always a good idea to monitor closely the first few times any kitty dips their paws into greens.
At this point (this could/will change), forget about increasing the dose.
Now your job is to find out (monitor and watch) how low this dose can actually take Angel/Miss Meows.
Stick with the same dose unless anything unusual/different happens. Post for advice if you need it.
Let's see what happens next...
- she may bounce for the next few days
- she could earn a reduction tonight or some time soon by dropping below 50
- she could "get stuck" on this dose (requiring a little more insulin to get her moving in the right direction again)
Once kitty decides to drop into lower numbers, I like to remind members to make sure they're well stocked with test strips and HC because you don't want to run out when you need them most.
BTW, I did look up the
Grandma's Chicken Soup – With Chicken and Pumpkin you're using for HC. Looks like it 21% carbs according to
Dr. Lisa's food charts. That should work just fine. You might even be able to get away with using something around 15% carbs for HC. It all depends how carb sensitive Miss Meows is. Although, some stock up on foods with 15% carbs as well as foods with 20% - 25% carbs. ECID (Every Cat Is Different).
If you have any questions, just ask. I'm working late tonight, but there are plenty of members who can answer your questions.
