I did I it! (But what does it mean??)

[SuziB]

I finally (after about half a dozen attempts or more), got a BG reading from my little cat! You guys are sure right - the warmer the ear, the easier the bleeding!

I had hoped today would be the day I could do a GC, but I’m glad I got at least one test under my belt!

Her reading, about 12 hours since her last shot, 2 hours since she last ate, was 306. That seems high, right? I will get her spreadsheet going tomorrow, so I can keep track, but am thrilled to have at least 1 number to look at!

Thanks for all the support (any thoughts on her number would be appreciated!)
Suzi and Reece

 

[MrWorfMen's Mom]

Congratulations on your first test! It will get easier with a little more practice. The first one is always the hardest!

The 306 is still high but for the end of a cycle of a newly diagnosed kitty, it's Ok and not unusual.

I love your avatar pic! Reece is indeed a cutie!

If you need any assistance with the spreadsheet just holler.

 

[Lisa and Witn (GA)]

Welcome to the vampire club.

It gets easier with practice. Massaging the ear towards the tip also helps to get the blood flowing. Just remember to reward her with a low carb treat after testing, even it it is not successful. Then she will associate testing with something good.

 

[JanetNJ]

Congratulations on your first test! That's a typical number for a preshot at this point. My cat is not regulated and commonly gets preshot seven much higher than that.

 

[Squeaky and KT (GA)]

Welcome to the Vampire Club Suzi!! WOOHOO!!! Getting that first one done is a HUGE moment! Don't let it get you down if you still have problems getting blood every time for the first couple of weeks. It WILL begin happening when needed.