Jaclyn Irby
Member Since 2022
Chargers numbers have stayed great for 2 weeks! No insulin. Does this mean we are on the road to remission??
Possibly in Remission??
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Hendrick Cuddleclaw
Member Since 2022
I am certainly no expert but it sure looks like Charger just completed what is referred to as an "OTJ Trial" OTJ = Off the Juice, AKA no insulin
to be considered in remission and a diet-controlled diabetic feline, kitty must stay in normal BG ranges for 14 consecutive days without insulin. By my count this is day 15!
see:
https://felinediabetes.com/FDMB/forums/honeymooners-otj.13/
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
Congratulations! Looks like Charger is doing great without insulin 
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Now that you've reached this point, you've entered a new phase. Your cat is still diabetic but has now become diet-controlled. Continue feeding low carb food in the manner successful for your kitty. If you decide to change his feeding schedule, let your meter be your guide to the best times to feed. Avoid medications with sugar in them and steroid medications unless they are medically essential. Continue testing blood glucose weekly for the first month and then monthly forever. It's a good idea to weigh him monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his blood glucose right away. Keep the teeth and gums clean and healthy; dental issues can bring a cat out of remission. If you see rising blood glucose numbers, it's time for a visit to the vet!
.Now that you've reached this point, you've entered a new phase. Your cat is still diabetic but has now become diet-controlled. Continue feeding low carb food in the manner successful for your kitty. If you decide to change his feeding schedule, let your meter be your guide to the best times to feed. Avoid medications with sugar in them and steroid medications unless they are medically essential. Continue testing blood glucose weekly for the first month and then monthly forever. It's a good idea to weigh him monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his blood glucose right away. Keep the teeth and gums clean and healthy; dental issues can bring a cat out of remission. If you see rising blood glucose numbers, it's time for a visit to the vet!
Jaclyn Irby
Member Since 2022
Thank you so much! I will continue the diet he is on forever. I will continue to check his blood glucose. Should I take him to the vet for a check up or no? Also he does not hate the vet! He loves the attention and just purrs ❤ Thank you for all your info!
Christie & Maverick
Member Since 2017
You're welcome! I don't think a check up with the vet is needed at the moment, unless you want to show off your lovely SS and get kudos from your vet for getting to remission .
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Diane Tyler's Mom GA
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Jaclyn Irby
Member Since 2022
Thank you!
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