5/8 Sam finally had a good day!

Status
Not open for further replies.
KristenP&Sam

KristenP&Sam

Active Member
Let me start a few days back - I started Sam (and all my cats) on biotin (water soluble B vitamin) and fish oil supplements a few days ago. I'd heard from some diabetic human friends of mine that they'd had great success with biotin in both lowering their BG and helping one of them regain some of the hair she'd lost from diabetes. I did some more research on the biotin and found out it's often given to cats with skin issues. Well, two of my guys love to lick their fur off, one much worse than the other, so I thought I might as well try it. The fish oil was something I'd been meaning to do for a while, also for their coats.

In addition to this, I upped Sam's dose from 1.6 to 2 units the night of the 4th because we just weren't getting any traction with the 1.6 anymore.

Yesterday, Sam was AMPS: 290 +6: 148 PMPS: 269. Then this morning his AMPS was 289. I'm sure it's too early to judge, and I won't know if it's the upped dosage alone or with the addition of the biotin, but I have to say I am so happy he's out of the reds and pinks for a bit!

Of course, he has his dental tomorrow morning, so no telling what that could bring. Anyway, just wanted to share!
 
Wow, good for Sam, It would be interesting to know what's making the difference but whatever it is we'll take it. :-D

Good luck with the dental tomorrow, I hope that makes a big difference too. Remember that after anesthesia (sp) their bg's can be lower for a while so take that into consideration when dosing.

Please keep us updated on your progress.
 
Thanks everyone! I spoke too soon on the numbers. His +6 and PMPS were back in the 300's. I'm with you in hoping tomorrow's dental changes all that.
 
Status
Not open for further replies.
Back
Top