Diabetes can cause nerve damage (or neuropathy) that changes the way a cat walks. Some diabetic cats will also change the way they walk because they’re in pain.
Watch your cat’s water bowl to see if the water levels are decreasing more quickly than usual. Be mindful about whether your cat is searching for alternative water sources, like drinking out of the sink, the toilet, or other unusual locations.
Your cat may also start peeing outside of the litter box. If this is a new behavior, this could be a sign that it has diabetes or other health issues.
On the flip side, some cats will actually experience a loss of appetite as a symptom of diabetes.
Frequent vomiting can lead to dehydration, which can make your cat very sick. If your cat is vomiting for multiple days or can’t keep food and water down, take it to the vet right away.
Usually, you’ll see cloudy eyes as a symptom of diabetes in dogs, not cats. However, it can occur in both species.
A change in your cat’s fur can also be caused by nutrient deficiencies that aren’t caused by diabetes. Either way, it’s a sign that your cat isn’t 100% healthy.
Depending on what type of diabetes your cat has, you may be able to keep it in diabetic remission by putting it on a diet and exercise regimen.
