Hi everyone, been awhile since I posted, I had a short work trip this past week and I thought it was safer for a new sitter to not risk giving Zyler too high of a dose so we entered a trial a bit quicker. He seems to be doing well so far, off insulin 2 weeks today!
Very grateful for all the support this group has given, I truly believe we would not be off insulin if it weren’t for this groups guidance on how to change doses safely and monitor him from home.
I'm sharing the post-OTJ trial part of the OTJ instructions for your reference:
"Once he/she is through the trial successfully, you enter 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/her 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/her monthly. Weight should remain stable. If he/she seems "off" or sick, or is showing signs of diabetes (excessive drinking, eating, urinating, weight loss), test his/her 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!"
