Hi,
Sorry to hear about Mobius. I went through exactly the same thing with my guy Cody. Cody lived almost three years after being diagnosed. He had his ups and downs but we never regretted the extra time we had together. The first vet who treated Cody put him on Humulin H insulin twice a day but Cody's sugar was still very unstable. We had to visit the vet at least once a week because he just wasn't right. This vet didn't seem to know what else to do so I found another vet who had a lot of experience with diabetic pets. This vet put Cody on Humulin N which stabalized his sugar immediatley. Soon Cody was his old self again, eating and playing, and being his old love bug self. I gave Cody shots twice a day as he ate his meal. He did not eat a prescription diet because he was so picky and wouldn't touch it so he stayed on canned Friskies.
Do not give your cat any cat treats or people food - he needs to eat the same food and amount every day. My vet did regular blood tests. He advised me not to do blood or urine tests at home because they are not very reliable.
The best thing you can do at home is observe Moby's behavior. Look out for signs of shock, strange behavior, not eating - or eating or drinking too much and take notes. Keep an emergency vets number nearby and buy some Karo syrup. If Moby seems to be in shock you may have to put some of the syrup on your finger and have Moby lick it to give him extra syrup but call the vet first.
Also, watch out for diabetic neuropathy. This is a neurological condition which is sometimes severe and sometimes mild. Cody's was mild. Sometimes his head would shake a little bit and his back legs were weak. In the end, it got severe and he couldn't walk, so I knew it was his time then.
Good luck to you and Mobius. It is a very big commitment to care for a diabetic pet but of course they are worth it. Post and let us know how you and Moby are doing.
Diane- Mom to Gracie and Ally
and the late great Cody
Here is a photo of Cody - My Angel
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