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Diabetes Diary
Understanding feline diabetes
If your cat has been diagnoses with diabetes, it can all be extremely overwhelming at first. There are new terms, new routines to learn and probably a few worries about how this will fit into your lifestyle. Diabetes basically means your cat’s body isn’t managing blood sugar properly. In most cases, that’s because they’re not making enough insulin, or their body isn’t responding to it properly. Prior to diagnosis, you probably noticed some of the common symptoms like drinking more water, losing weight or needing the litter tray more often.
The good news is that with the right treatment, most cats can live happy, healthy and comfortable lives. Daily care, monitoring and open communication with your vet will help keep your cat stable and thriving.
Daily monitoring and routine
Routine is a big part of managing diabetes in cats. Meals, insulin and daily care need to follow a pattern your cat can rely on. Giving food at the same time each day and sticking to the plan your vet sets out helps their body cope with the changes diabetes brings. After a while you’ll get a feel for what’s normal. You’ll notice how much they eat, how thirsty they are and when something seems off.
Writing these details down is one of the best things you can do. It gives your vet a clear picture of what’s happening at home. It also gives you something real to look back on when things feel uncertain.
About your diabetes diary
Keeping a diabetes diary is a practical way to ensure you’re following a healthy routine for your cat. Our downloadable PDF provides clear sections to log feeding times, insulin doses, water intake, urine production and other observations that will be handy to track. The information you gather will assist your vet in adjusting treatment accurately as required.
As an owner, consistent record-keeping will also help you, especially in those early weeks following diagnosis. The diabetes diary is easy to use and keep on hand. Simply print it out and fill in each day to stay on top of your cat’s long-term care.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a diabetes diary for cats?
A diabetes diary is a simple record-keeping tool used by cat owners to track daily information about their diabetic cat, including feeding times, insulin doses, water intake, urine production, and general observations. This information helps monitor the cat’s health and treatment routine.
Why is it important to keep a diabetes diary?
Keeping a diary helps ensure a consistent routine and provides valuable data for veterinarians. The recorded information can assist vets in adjusting treatment or insulin doses more accurately when needed.
What information should be recorded in the diary?
The diary typically includes daily entries such as feeding schedules, insulin administration, water consumption, urine output, and any changes in behaviour or health observations.
How does a diabetes diary help cat owners?
A diabetes diary provides a clear record of a cat’s care routine, making it easier for owners to stay organised and recognise patterns or changes in their pet’s condition, especially during the early stages after diagnosis.
How is the diabetes diary used?
Owners can download and print the diary, then fill it in daily. Keeping the diary accessible helps maintain consistent monitoring and provides a useful reference during veterinary visits.
Service Locations
Cat Specialists accepts referrals for cats across Brisbane and surrounding regions, working closely with local veterinary clinics to provide specialist diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management.
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Tanya Bell
6 months ago
We transported our cat here from another animal hospital, as his condition was too complex for them. Our pet was given the highest quality of care, multiple investigations/procedures being able to be done at the one place a godsend. We were kept up to date frequently throughout his stay. All questions & options explained thoroughly. Being able to have private visits certainly helped us and our cat too. I would highly recommend Cat Specialist Services at Underwood. Amazing staff from reception, vet nurses, vets & specialists. Oh, and yes he is recovering wonderfully at home.
Melinda Cox
A month ago
So very happy we were asked to come here for advice for our NORBIT. He has had 2 x UTI blockages within weeks of each other since turning 6. Surgery seemed to be his only option and he didn’t feel it was very fair on him if we didn’t at least exhaust all other avenues first.
Dr Allison was very thorough in her tests and has let us know she would like to treat the cause of the problem. Great news.
It may lead to removal of crystals in his bladder if his diet doesn’t let him pass them naturally.
At least this surgery won’t be as severe at taking his penis off him – so as his fur parents – we are very happy with this.
We await further tests to see what’s in store for him.
NORBIT will now be a patient of the clinic as we are so far very happy with his treatment thus far.
Lesley Rosekrans
A month ago
Hi has only been a week since losing my beautiful Peaches but can’t thank Dr Cindy, Maree and Jackie enough for the tender care they gave her and they after care they gave me. I sincerely thank them and can’t recommend the Clinic highly enough they are such caring people. Peaches I’m happier times.
Madison McEwan
A month ago
I cannot thank the entire CSS team enough and especially Dr Cindy for the care they provided for our boy with a urinary blockage, and we will be taking both our cats here from now on. The clinic is exceptionally clean and calming compared to all other clinics we’ve been too, and all staff from the reception to the nurses/vets were so supportive during a stressful time. I knew from the first minute that I got to see him after he was transferred that he was in the best place, and that the staff genuinely care about their well-being and positive long term outcomes. We were given regular updates and full transparency, so much information including QR video codes on how to administer medications, along with print outs and emails about how to best help avoid future issues or recurrence. Our boy got to smooch on everyone and was beyond well looked after. Thank you again, you all made an incredibly stressful situation actually manageable and calming.
Astrid El Gamal
6 months ago
Dr Wan-Ju has been treating my baby since her first seizure in November 2025 and she has been fantastic.
Everybody at the clinic is so friendly and caring and I know my baby is in good hands.
Thank you team!
Deeba M
3 months ago
Dr Alison Jukes from CSS Underwood is an AMAZING feline physician. She is kind, professional, thorough and our cat is blessed to have her on his side. She even was able to save us money and invasiveness by being skilled to the level of doing ultrasound on two separate occasions without our cat needing to go under full sedation. Our other cat was recently seen by Dr Jukes as well, and she made sure our cat’s heart was ok. I also want to thank the lovely Jacqueline and Mairead from customer care. They are very kind each time I see them and call up. Sending thanks from our family, including Smokey and Floozy!
Judith Dionysius
A month ago
My whole experience with CSS was positive – from the first email I received giving lots of information regarding the process of radioactive iodine treatment to the expected costs, to checking my cat in for the treatment, boarding for 2 weeks after the treatment and picking her up to come home. They didn’t push for any tests that were not necessary.
Janelle Wieden
5 months ago
We never knew this service existed but we are very grateful we were referred to them. Our vet Cindy was really great, she made us feel at ease during a very stressful time. We got the sense straight away the Leo was in good hands. This service made us feel better knowing that they specialise is cats only. Would highly recommend their services
Georgia Carter
5 months ago
My Lani finished her I-131 treatment today and I am beyond impressed with the way she was looked after. I am by definition a neurotic pet owner and sending my fur child away for a week was seriously daunting.
I was given daily updates about how kitty was eating, toileting and behaving. This really put my mind at ease. Vets and vet nurses were so accomodating and allowed Lani to have her favourite foods from home prepared her favourite way.
Her vet was so thorough when explaining her treatment and condition to me.
The ladies at reception were so friendly and understanding.
I honestly cannot recommend this clinic enough and I am so thankful for the positive experience Lani and I have had.
Lauren Woodward
A year ago
My sweet ginger boy Louis was hospitalised at CSS for a Urinary Obstruction. Dr Cindy and all the reception staff were amazing and empathetic. I would often ring up with questions post procedure and Dr Cindy would make time to talk and explain things to me
Contacting Us
Pet Owners
If you would like to talk about treatment for your cat, call us on 1300 228 377 or fill in the form.
In an emergency, please contact your local vet.
Vets and Nurses
To refer a patient or book a telehealth consultation please call us on 1300 228 377, book through the portal or fill in the form. For advice calls, please see the guidelines here.
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