New member- introducing ourselves (dosing advice needed)

Lisa & Lady Arya Stark 🦋

Lisa & Lady Arya Stark 🦋

Member Since 2026
Hi… I’m Lisa
I just wanted to say hello and thanks for all you do… I’ve been lurking for a few days, it’s just all so overwhelming. The vet makes it sound so easy and nothing to worry about but obviously it’s a minefield! Every time I start reading I get upset. My baby is called Arya (Stark of Winterfell, slayer of ants!) and she almost 11. Diagnosed last wk.
she was a wild cat (feral) when we found her at 5wks old, she was SO SICK… I can’t lose her now!!
Can anyone suggest any helpful podcasts?
We are finding it impossible to take blood/readings, even on ourselves - error messages continuously or not enough blood from Arya (or ourselves- so how I’m meant to get enough out of my tiny cat I really don’t know!)
The vet has ordered once a day oral insulin for us to try…but we weren’t even given food advice so I’m a bit in the dark here. Is tinned tuna ok? She won’t eat raw chicken. I don’t give her biscuits. Previously we were giving her Applaws bone broth as we just thought she was a bit under the weather.. what’s the best to buy in Aus?

Thanks in advance..🦋
 
Hello and welcome. Tinned tuna isn't a great solutions, it's also not a complete cat food. Check out this food list. AUSTRALIA - LOW CARB CANNED AND AIR/FREEZE DRIED CAT FOOD. Food under 10% carbs is what we consider low carbs and good for diabetics.

What is the name of the oral medicine you are giving? If Bexacat or Senvelgo, you might want to read this post: New Treatments for Feline Diabetes. Make sure you can test for ketones at home. There are either urine test stick like Ketostix available at any human pharmacy/chemist Tips to catch and test a urine sample. You can also get blood ketone meters.

What type of meter are you using for blood testing? You want one that only needs a tiny drop of blood, and start with larger gauge lancets like size 26-28. More tips, including videos, in here: Hometesting Links and Tips
 
If you're feeling overwhelmed, that's absolutely normal for this early in your managing Arya's diabetes. There's a huge amount to assimilate. However, it really and truly becomes easier. You'll settle into a routine.

Please keep asking questions. The members here are very generous with their time and knowledge. We're here to help.
 
Sienne and Gabby (GA) said:
If you're feeling overwhelmed, that's absolutely normal for this early in your managing Arya's diabetes. There's a huge amount to assimilate. However, it really and truly becomes easier. You'll settle into a routine.

Please keep asking questions. The members here are very generous with their time and knowledge. We're here to help.
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Thanks for the words of encouragement.. appreciated. I’ve just noticed that the title says “interacting ourselves” instead of “introducing” 😂 That’s how tired I am!
So I’m now stressed about the oral insulin that our vet has ordered! I understand that some of the info is from 2024 and there’s been more studies and feedback but it seems to be not without its own problems! I just don’t know what to do for the best! Anyway.. we finally managed a glucose result after what seemed like a million error readings. She’s 15.7 (282mg/) she was 27 last Thursday and we didn’t start the insulin until Saturday (only 1 dose given, 2 on Monday, 2 Tuesday then the reading.. she’s on 2iu is 3.3kilos) I do think she possibly spikes due to stress.
 
Hi Lisa, nice job getting that test, and chuckled about “interacting”.

Quick question, is Arya on injectable insulin right now or the oral meds? I saw you mentioned your vet was going to order the oral meds, but then you talk about insulin today, so just trying to understand.
 
Tim & Pookey said:
Hi Lisa, nice job getting that test, and chuckled about “interacting”.

Quick question, is Arya on injectable insulin right now or the oral meds? I saw you mentioned your vet was going to order the oral meds, but then you talk about insulin today, so just trying to understand.
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Hi Tim… she has started on insulin (which I’ve read “you can’t go to oral..” oh wait no “you can go to oral…” - so that’s frustrating! The vet doesn’t seem to know much about it tbh…. I found this podcast which was why we asked the vet about oral as we aren’t home sometimes and I can’t ask someone else to inject her.. it’s only 30 mins and very interesting Sweet solutions: A real-world approach to feline diabetes | dvm360
 
Wendy&Neko said:
Hello and welcome. Tinned tuna isn't a great solutions, it's also not a complete cat food. Check out this food list. AUSTRALIA - LOW CARB CANNED AND AIR/FREEZE DRIED CAT FOOD. Food under 10% carbs is what we consider low carbs and good for diabetics.

What is the name of the oral medicine you are giving? If Bexacat or Senvelgo, you might want to read this post: New Treatments for Feline Diabetes. Make sure you can test for ketones at home. There are either urine test stick like Ketostix available at any human pharmacy/chemist Tips to catch and test a urine sample. You can also get blood ketone meters.

What type of meter are you using for blood testing? You want one that only needs a tiny drop of blood, and start with larger gauge lancets like size 26-28. More tips, including videos, in here: Hometesting Links and Tips
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Hi again, Arya is now testing at 6… is this normal from 15 yesterday? Should I contact my vet tomorrow?
Thanks in advance
Lisa
 
There's a 2025 guideline to managing diabetes here: 2025 iCatCare consensus guidelines on the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus in cats

A related podcast episode: Happy World Diabetes Day🎉 New diabetes guidelines and podcast episode

For crunchies, air dried raw and freeze dried raw are healthier options. Ziwi Peak is a New Zealand brand so you should be able to get it in Australia.

What is the name of the insulin your cat is on?

6 mmol is about 108 mg/dl, a nice blood glucose level :) Normal for a cat is roughly 4 to 8 mmol. How many hours after the insulin shot did you get 6 mmol?
 
Sienne and Gabby (GA) said:
If you're feeling overwhelmed, that's absolutely normal for this early in your managing Arya's diabetes. There's a huge amount to assimilate. However, it really and truly becomes easier. You'll settle into a routine.

Please keep asking questions. The members here are very generous with their time and knowledge. We're here to help.
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Most appreciated… 🙏🏼
 
squeem3 said:
There's a 2025 guideline to managing diabetes here: 2025 iCatCare consensus guidelines on the diagnosis and management of diabetes mellitus in cats

A related podcast episode: Happy World Diabetes Day🎉 New diabetes guidelines and podcast episode

For crunchies, air dried raw and freeze dried raw are healthier options. Ziwi Peak is a New Zealand brand so you should be able to get it in Australia.

What is the name of the insulin your cat is on?

6 mmol is about 108 mg/dl, a nice blood glucose level :) Normal for a cat is roughly 4 to 8 mmol. How many hours after the insulin shot did you get 6 mmol?
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Hello!
Thanks for the reply and link… yes I buy Ziwi but both cats aren’t really fans unfortunately.
Arya is on Optisulin Solostar 2IU twice a day.
The reading was 4 hours after the shot but now that we’ve got the hang of it we will do a few readings today at different times. 🦋
 
Optisulin is a brand name for glargine, another brand name is Lantus. Lots of information about this insulin on the top of the Lantus / Levemir / Biosimilars forum. Check out the yellow starred Sticky Notes at the top of the forum.

2 units is a rather larger dose than we'd typically start a cat on, unless Arya is a really heavy cat. How many days has she been on the insulin? Glargine's are a depot style insulin, meaning each shot stores some under the skin and some goes into the blood stream. Meaning you don't get the full effect of the insulin dose until the depot is built, which can take 5-7 days.

If you want more help with dosing, it would help to set up a spreadsheet showing your blood sugar test results. More detail on how to do that in this post: New? How You Can Help Us Help You! written by another one of our members from Australia.
 
Wendy&Neko said:
Optisulin is a brand name for glargine, another brand name is Lantus. Lots of information about this insulin on the top of the Lantus / Levemir / Biosimilars forum. Check out the yellow starred Sticky Notes at the top of the forum.

2 units is a rather larger dose than we'd typically start a cat on, unless Arya is a really heavy cat. How many days has she been on the insulin? Glargine's are a depot style insulin, meaning each shot stores some under the skin and some goes into the blood stream. Meaning you don't get the full effect of the insulin dose until the depot is built, which can take 5-7 days.

If you want more help with dosing, it would help to set up a spreadsheet showing your blood sugar test results. More detail on how to do that in this post: New? How You Can Help Us Help You! written by another one of our members from Australia.
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Thanks a million… I’m going to phone the vet in a while and talk to her.. Arya is tiny.. only 3.3 kilos
 
Arya Stark of Winterfell said:
Thanks a million… I’m going to phone the vet in a while and talk to her.. Arya is tiny.. only 3.3 kilos
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Wendy&Neko said:
Optisulin is a brand name for glargine, another brand name is Lantus. Lots of information about this insulin on the top of the Lantus / Levemir / Biosimilars forum. Check out the yellow starred Sticky Notes at the top of the forum.

2 units is a rather larger dose than we'd typically start a cat on, unless Arya is a really heavy cat. How many days has she been on the insulin? Glargine's are a depot style insulin, meaning each shot stores some under the skin and some goes into the blood stream. Meaning you don't get the full effect of the insulin dose until the depot is built, which can take 5-7 days.

If you want more help with dosing, it would help to set up a spreadsheet showing your blood sugar test results. More detail on how to do that in this post: New? How You Can Help Us Help You! written by another one of our members from Australia.
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She was given a high dose last Thursday, she was 23 apparently but highly stressed. Friday we gave her one shot. Saturday 2 shots, same each day but only managed readings on Monday night (15.7) then yesterday (4 hrs after shot- 6)
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Hello and welcome! Oh my goodness, what a cute avatar of Arya :joyful:. I believe Wendy already commented on dosing, and would just add my agreement. It does look like 2u is too high of a starting dose, if calculated on weight based formula. From what I noted further above in your comments, if Arya is 3.3 kg we’d calculate 0.25u per kg which would be a starting dose of approximately 0.825u.
 
Thank you Christine… yes, she is absolutely beautiful- and believe it or not she was a feral wild cat when we found her at 5wks old- but that’s a whole other story 😬
Ok… a million thank you’s for the dosing advice. I am awaiting a call from the vet. I tested her 4hrs post jab this morning and she was at 10. Three hours later it was 4.7. I’m going to test pre jab after a few hours fasting later and see what happens then.
Again… thank you all… xx
 
Hi everyone…

We’ve just tested Arya again ten mins prior to administering the shot. She’s at 10. (So 180)
She was 4.7 (84) 6 hours after this morning’s shot.
I’ve had a few people say that 2iu of the Optisulin (I think Lantis is the other name) is probably too much for a 3.3 kilo cat. I’m wondering if we should give her half the dose? I’ve tried to contact the vet today but no joy…
 
@Suzanne & Darcy
@squeem3
+ anyone who can get in touch with a Lantus advisor here.

I don't know who to tag, but Lisa very much needs dosing advice for Arya.
The vet recommended a dosage of 2u, which is over twice what Arya should start at.

I'm quite worried about the possibility of a hypo. If someone can please respond with dosing advice that would be great.

Lisa and Arya are new to feline diabetes and need some help. Thanks very much!
 
Arya Stark of Winterfell said:
Hi everyone…

We’ve just tested Arya again ten mins prior to administering the shot. She’s at 10. (So 180)
She was 4.7 (84) 6 hours after this morning’s shot.
I’ve had a few people say that 2iu of the Optisulin (I think Lantis is the other name) is probably too much for a 3.3 kilo cat. I’m wondering if we should give her half the dose? I’ve tried to contact the vet today but no joy…
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I would reduce your beautiful baby’s dose to at least 1 unit twice a day. It will be better to work your way up if needed than to risk having to manage a hypoglycemic event. Pass has been already pointed out, her Optisulin is a depot insulin and it will take several days before you see the full effect of the dose — her doses have been inconsistent recently, so things also are wonky right now. It would be far better to take it slow and let things settle.
 
Getting your data into a SS will be most helpful since a few of us who give suggestions on dosing like to be able to see the patterns ;). As I mentioned earlier, if one is using weight based formula, 2u is too high. Let’s see how 1u works for several cycles and go from there. Also can you please confirm whether you are using a human meter or a pet meter? Wendy asked further above, but I don’t believe we’ve seen an answer. There are a few details that you can add to your signature when you get a moment, so we don’t keep asking you the same questions.

Here is some info on setting up your signature, taken from the link Wendy shared in post #17.
  • In the top right, click on your username, and then Signature. This is where you will put information that helps us give you feedback. There is a limit of two lines which may include two links; you may separate pieces with commas, dashes, | etc. This is where you paste the link for your spreadsheet, once it is set up.
  • Add info we need to help you:
    • Caregiver & kitty's name
    • DX: Date
    • Name of Insulin (do not include dose or frequency)
    • Name of your meter
    • Diet: "LC wet" or "dry food" or "combo"
    • Dosing: TR or SLGS or Custom (if applicable)
    • DKA or other recent health issue (if applicable)
    • Bexacat or Senvelgo (if applicable) and dates
    • Acro, IAA, or Cushings (if applicable)
    • Spreadsheet link. Please put the signature link on the bottom line of your signature information, on its own, so it is easy to find.
    • Please do not put any information about your location in the signature for security reasons. If you wish to add your country location, please add it to your profile.
Be sure to click the 'Save Changes' button at the bottom. If you need help urgently it is important we know these things at a glance. We don’t want to waste valuable time finding out information.
 
Welcome to the FDMB. I agree with Christie and Wendy that 2 units is too high a starting dose. Most start at no more than 1 unit in for a cat her size. I’m not sure is you have read much.i was completely overwhelmed at diagnosis and didn’t. I didn’t even test which was a huge mistake on my part. I was going to my vet twice a week for that. Lantus is a depot insulin so it builds over several days. That’s why it will take 5-7 days to see what one unit will do for your cat. I’m going to tag Bron who is in Australia. She might be able to suggest some foods for you. Keep as,ing questions. As you can see lots of people are here to help. @Bron and Sheba (GA)
 
Christie & Maverick said:
Getting your data into a SS will be most helpful since a few of us who give suggestions on dosing like to be able to see the patterns ;). As I mentioned earlier, if one is using weight based formula, 2u is too high. Let’s see how 1u works for several cycles and go from there. Also can you please confirm whether you are using a human meter or a pet meter? Wendy asked further above, but I don’t believe we’ve seen an answer. There are a few details that you can add to your signature when you get a moment, so we don’t keep asking you the same questions.

Here is some info on setting up your signature, taken from the link Wendy shared in post #17.
  • In the top right, click on your username, and then Signature. This is where you will put information that helps us give you feedback. There is a limit of two lines which may include two links; you may separate pieces with commas, dashes, | etc. This is where you paste the link for your spreadsheet, once it is set up.
  • Add info we need to help you:
    • Caregiver & kitty's name
    • DX: Date
    • Name of Insulin (do not include dose or frequency)
    • Name of your meter
    • Diet: "LC wet" or "dry food" or "combo"
    • Dosing: TR or SLGS or Custom (if applicable)
    • DKA or other recent health issue (if applicable)
    • Bexacat or Senvelgo (if applicable) and dates
    • Acro, IAA, or Cushings (if applicable)
    • Spreadsheet link. Please put the signature link on the bottom line of your signature information, on its own, so it is easy to find.
    • Please do not put any information about your location in the signature for security reasons. If you wish to add your country location, please add it to your profile.
Be sure to click the 'Save Changes' button at the bottom. If you need help urgently it is important we know these things at a glance. We don’t want to waste valuable time finding out information.
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Thanks so much, I will get onto this today… just not had the brain function for all of the info etc in the last few days.
We use a human monitor. She tested at 10 yesterday (180) pre shot (which we gave her 1iu instead of 2iu) tested 14 4hrs later - but she was pretty stressed. 4.30am today pre test was 10 (180) and we gave 1iu.
Thanks again… 🙏🏼
 
tiffmaxee said:
Welcome to the FDMB. I agree with Christie and Wendy that 2 units is too high a starting dose. Most start at no more than 1 unit in for a cat her size. I’m not sure is you have read much.i was completely overwhelmed at diagnosis and didn’t. I didn’t even test which was a huge mistake on my part. I was going to my vet twice a week for that. Lantus is a depot insulin so it builds over several days. That’s why it will take 5-7 days to see what one unit will do for your cat. I’m going to tag Bron who is in Australia. She might be able to suggest some foods for you. Keep as,ing questions. As you can see lots of people are here to help. @Bron and Sheba (GA)
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Thanks for your reply. I’m reading as much as I can without having a nervous breakdown. It’s killing me that her tiny ears are so bruised from testing. The vet didn’t tell me to test pre shot (which we are doing now) and we’ve decided to go to 1iu. I’ll sort out the chart later today.
I honestly can’t thank you all enough for your help. I feel so much better knowing you’re all there.. bloody hell I’m crying again 😭
 
It's a lot at first, but quickly becomes habit, I promise you.
And you're in the right place, with knowledgeable, caring people with a ton of experience.

Big breaths, breathe in calm, and surround Arya with love, and then go punch your vet in the nose /jk.

Get the spreadsheet and signature set up, and we're in business. And if you're having any problems with that let us know.
 
Hi Lisa and Ayra and welcome to FDMB.
I live in Sydney. Which city are you in?
Can you tell me what food you are feeding Ayra and how often are you feeding her?
Looking forward to seeing Ayra’s spreadsheet and signature so I can find out more about her.

I was in your position in 2011… a complete mess. Wendy, Sienne, Chris and others got my kitty Sheba sorted out and saved my sanity…

Looking forward to hearing back from you
Bron
 
Great job getting some data started, Lisa. I saw that you were in W.A. and was going to to ask if in Perth; my bestie growing up in Canada moved there, and I have visited a few times. I love Perth :). It looks like your SS has a different format than the one we use here, if you send a PM to @Marje and Gracie she can get that all fixed for you.
 
Arya Stark of Winterfell said:
Thanks for your reply. I’m reading as much as I can without having a nervous breakdown. It’s killing me that her tiny ears are so bruised from testing. The vet didn’t tell me to test pre shot (which we are doing now) and we’ve decided to go to 1iu. I’ll sort out the chart later today.
I honestly can’t thank you all enough for your help. I feel so much better knowing you’re all there.. bloody hell I’m crying again 😭
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When I first joined and started reading I was in tears too! It does get better and for now rely on us. Don’t try to absorb it all at once. Baby steps.
 
Christie & Maverick said:
Great job getting some data started, Lisa. I saw that you were in W.A. and was going to to ask if in Perth; my bestie growing up in Canada moved there, and I have visited a few times. I love Perth :). It looks like your SS has a different format than the one we use here, if you send a PM to @Marje and Gracie she can get that all fixed for you.
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Hi Christie.. I think I might have called you Christine previously - apologies- reading on a phone isn’t ideal!
Ok.. PM marje-
Yes, we live in rural WA (Moore River area) - moved from the Uk 16yrs ago 🙂 My parents lived in Ontario in the 60’s!
 
Arya Stark of Winterfell said:
Hi Christie.. I think I might have called you Christine previously - apologies- reading on a phone isn’t ideal!
Ok.. PM marje-
Yes, we live in rural WA (Moore River area) - moved from the Uk 16yrs ago 🙂 My parents lived in Ontario in the 60’s!
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Yes please drop me a PM so I can help get you our SS. The one you have was pirated from us by a different FD group and it has some glitches. Thank you.
 
Bron and Sheba (GA) said:
Hi Lisa and Ayra and welcome to FDMB.
I live in Sydney. Which city are you in?
Can you tell me what food you are feeding Ayra and how often are you feeding her?
Looking forward to seeing Ayra’s spreadsheet and signature so I can find out more about her.

I was in your position in 2011… a complete mess. Wendy, Sienne, Chris and others got my kitty Sheba sorted out and saved my sanity…

Looking forward to hearing back from you
Bron
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Hi Bron… thanks for the message. I honestly can’t tell you how helpful everyone has been, which is more than I can say for the vet who didn’t even bother calling me back yesterday. I do think Lady Arya was on too high a dose, she’s back to stalking birds again today after two shots of only 1iu…. It’s been a while since I’ve seen her so active. She got a tick bite and symptoms of Anaplasmosis in Aug 2025 and we thought she was sick because of that… 😩
Yes I’m in Perth but rural (so the vet is 50km away) Ex Uk.. moved here in 2009.
She’s now on the Fancy feasts pate & a few other bits like tuna/salmon, Ultimates. I’m at home all day (brain cancer silver lining is I don’t work anymore! 🤪) so I guess I feed her on demand.
Am I supposed to put her SS somewhere for anyone to access? (Sorry.. I don’t know what you guys are talking about half the time 😁)
Cheers
Lisa
 
Arya Stark of Winterfell said:
Hi Christie.. I think I might have called you Christine previously - apologies- reading on a phone isn’t ideal!
Ok.. PM marje-
Yes, we live in rural WA (Moore River area) - moved from the Uk 16yrs ago 🙂 My parents lived in Ontario in the 60’s!
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I think we drove past you on one of my trips out there; we went up to see the sand dunes in Lancelin :). Looks like a pretty good start today on 1u, are the tests going ok? Do you think you might be able to catch a +2 or +3 today?
 
Lara & Luciole (Lu) said:
@Suzanne & Darcy
@squeem3
+ anyone who can get in touch with a Lantus advisor here.

I don't know who to tag, but Lisa very much needs dosing advice for Arya.
The vet recommended a dosage of 2u, which is over twice what Arya should start at.

I'm quite worried about the possibility of a hypo. If someone can please respond with dosing advice that would be great.

Lisa and Arya are new to feline diabetes and need some help. Thanks very much!
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We do not have designated dose advisors. Any member can give dosing advice and it is up to the caregiver to determine the best offered advice for his/her cat.

I always suggest to new members, they should consider a few things:
—how long has the member had a diabetic cat and how long have they been a member of FDMB
—what insulins have they used and have they used the one the new member is asking advice for
—how familiar are they with dosing protocols
—what does the advice offering member’s cat’s SS look like? If they don’t have a SS linked, I, personally, would not accept any advice from them
—how does the advice compare to other members offering advice
 
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Christie & Maverick said:
I think we drove past you on one of my trips out there; we went up to see the sand dunes in Lancelin :). Looks like a pretty good start today on 1u, are the tests going ok? Do you think you might be able to catch a +2 or +3 today?
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We’re actually really struggling hitting that teeny tiny artery in her ear… My husband will be home with me until Tuesday next wk from tomorrow so we can do several tests over the 4 days.
Yes.. Lancelin is just up the road!!! 😃
 
Arya Stark of Winterfell said:
We’re actually really struggling hitting that teeny tiny artery in her ear… My husband will be home with me until Tuesday next wk from tomorrow so we can do several tests over the 4 days.
Yes.. Lancelin is just up the road!!! 😃
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You want to try and target the capillaries on the edge of the ear in this area:

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And you may notice that the lancet has a bevel edge, you want that facing upward as you poke.
 
Lara & Luciole (Lu) said:
@Suzanne & Darcy
@squeem3
+ anyone who can get in touch with a Lantus advisor here.

I don't know who to tag, but Lisa very much needs dosing advice for Arya.
The vet recommended a dosage of 2u, which is over twice what Arya should start at.

I'm quite worried about the possibility of a hypo. If someone can please respond with dosing advice that would be great.

Lisa and Arya are new to feline diabetes and need some help. Thanks very much!
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♥️
 
Marje and Gracie said:
We do not have designated dose advisors. Any member can give dosing advice and it is up to the caregiver to determine the best offered advice for his/her cat.

I always suggest to new members, they should consider a few things:
—how long has the member had a diabetic cat and how long have they been a member of FDMB
—what insulins have they used and have they used the one the new member is asking advice for
—how familiar are they with dosing protocols
—what does the advice offering member’s cat’s SS look like? If they don’t have a SS linked, I, personally, would not accept any advice from them
—how does the advice compare to other members offering advice
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Hi Arya, I want to make it clear that I'm not trying to suggest that there are designated dose advisors here. There are some people here who are very knowledgeable and kind, and have a wealth of knowledge.

I was trying to help you by getting some response to your thread here, as it seemed that your vet was giving you dangerous advice, especially considering your cat's weight.

I hope I did not somehow offend anyone by doing this. Again, I was only trying to help a new member.

I've been a member here since 2013, but I always defer to people here who are more experienced. It's obviously better that I leave here, as I am unintentionally being offensive somehow.

Best wishes to all!
 
Lara & Luciole (Lu) said:
Hi Arya, I want to make it clear that I'm not trying to suggest that there are designated dose advisors here. There are some people here who are very knowledgeable and kind, and have a wealth of knowledge.

I was trying to help you by getting some response to your thread here, as it seemed that your vet was giving you dangerous advice, especially considering your cat's weight.

I hope I did not somehow offend anyone by doing this. Again, I was only trying to help a new member.

I've been a member here since 2013, but I always defer to people here who are more experienced. It's obviously better that I leave here, as I am unintentionally being offensive somehow.

Best wishes to all!
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I very much appreciate your help Lara… and judging by how much perkier Arya has been today you are bang on the money! The vet still hasn’t bothered to call me back so thank you for your advice- 🦋
 
tiffmaxee said:
Welcome to the FDMB. I agree with Christie and Wendy that 2 units is too high a starting dose. Most start at no more than 1 unit in for a cat her size. I’m not sure is you have read much.i was completely overwhelmed at diagnosis and didn’t. I didn’t even test which was a huge mistake on my part. I was going to my vet twice a week for that. Lantus is a depot insulin so it builds over several days. That’s why it will take 5-7 days to see what one unit will do for your cat. I’m going to tag Bron who is in Australia. She might be able to suggest some foods for you. Keep as,ing questions. As you can see lots of people are here to help. @Bron and Sheba (GA)
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Hi..
I’m sorry, I don’t think I replied to your lovely posts.. I got quite a few messages and my head was ALLLLLL over the place. You are correct I hadn’t read much (in the scheme of things) and everything I managed to read just made me cry more…
We are a few wks in now and I’m much better- even doing testing on my own- which sounds pathetic but it’s massive for me as I’m a “fainter.” Don’t get me wrong, I’m not soft, it’s just “a thing” that happens unfortunately. 😂
Yep! The testing thing- honestly my vet’s advice has been … let’s say… conservatively .. rubbish!! This forum has - not exaggerating- probably saved Arya’s life! She is now on 0.75 Lantus as opposed to to 2iu that the vet put her on with no advice on dropping or upping doses. I was told to test twice a day an hour after giving the shot… no advise on what numbers mean.. honestly, it’s just mind blowing!
Right well I’m writing my life story here and I only wanted to thank you for your help..

Cheers… Lisa & Arya 🦋
 
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