Senior cats are susceptible to diseases that target older humans — like diabetes, kidney disease, heart disease, and cancer. Diabetes in cats can show up as one of two types — just like in humans! Type 1 is caused by insufficient insulin production; Type 2 is a problem with the cells using insulin efficiently. Who is susceptible: diabetes can hit cats at any age, but is commonly seen in older and overweight cats. Males are more often seen with diabetes than females. Symptoms include excessive thirst, excessive urination, loss of weight, loss of appetite, vomiting, weakness, poor skin condition, poor … Continue reading →