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DCIN helps diabetic cats and their people.
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We support diabetic cats in their original and adoptive homes, rehome unwanted diabetic cats, and help to educate caregivers on the appropriate treatment of diabetic cats.

08/24/2024

10/21/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Faxy is fabulous!

Faxy is about 12 years young and lives in New York City, New York. Her person travels a lot can can’t always find help to give her the injections twice a day.

Faxy is shy but sweet, but gets along with kids. She’s been with her folks since kittenhood. She is on 3 units of glargine insulin 2x a day.

If you can offer Faxy your home and heart, please email [email protected].

***Please keep comments and emails civil and directed towards finding Faxy a new home!***

08/24/2024

11/3/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Meet Gorgeous George M!

George M is a handsome orange and white tabby up for adoption with Furrever Friends Rescue (Woodbury, New Jersey). George is 11 years old, so he is a precious senior boy. George shares a story with his siblings; Buster, Buddy, Peanut, and Sammy who have been adopted. As well as Candy, Gabby, and Queenie who are all available for adoption! George and his 15 siblings were surrendered after their owner passed away, and nobody could care for them. George was adopted back in July of 2021, but was returned due to no longer being able to take care of him.

When George was returned, they had found out that he was a diabetic kitty after many tests. Luckily, diabetes is easily maintainable in felines. George is on insulin, and does require a special diabetic/dietetic dry food, wet food and treats. Despite being diabetic, George has never let that get him down. He has recently learned to accept the insulin shots with no problems. This little senior boy loves lounging around the house, or snuggling with his humans- as seen in the picture. When he isn't lounging, he’s right by your side. George M is good with other cats, but unknown about kids and dogs.

Please stop looking past George! Apply at https://ffrescue.org/.
Furrever Friends Rescue and Volunteers, Inc.

08/24/2024

10/3/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
KENNETT SQUARE, PA - Max needs a home.

This gorgeous boy became diabetic not too long ago. His elderly owners couldn’t afford, nor physically handle, his medical needs so they made the heartbreaking decision to have him put down. Luckily, his vet wouldn’t do it so Max was surrendered to the Longwood Veterinary Center.

Max is approx. 9 1/2 years old, weighs 11 lbs., is neutered and fully-vetted. He gets an inhaler twice a day before meals due to lower airway disease and insulin injections twice a day after meals. He has a benign heart murmur (confirmed by a recent echocardiogram) and is having a dental this coming week.

As you can see, Max is sweet and cuddly and deserves a home of his own. He’s being fostered by a vet tech and his conditions are well-managed. He has lived with 3 cats; he prefers females but can coexist with males. (We don’t know how he feels about dogs.) Max will need someone responsible and committed to his care, and will return the gesture with love and affection.

For more information or to set up a time to meet this beautiful cat, email [email protected] ATTN: Jessica Wood. Thanks for caring, and sharing.
Longwood Veterinary Center

08/24/2024

10/20/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Theo is Terrific!

Say hello to Theo! This handsome @10 year young fellow is up for adoption with Stray Cat Relief Fund (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) He is loving and affectionate, but also playful – sometimes he play bites but not to hurt. In fact, he’s amazing with kids, patient as can be! While he has learned to get along with the other cat at his foster home, it took some time for him to warm up and he sometimes gets a little rough with him. He might do better as the only cat in a home.

This guy is a sugar baby – a diabetic – so his forever family will need to be able to manage an insulin shot every 12 hours. Currently, Theo’s diabetes is well controlled, but he will need regular vet visits for blood work until he is more tolerant of at home glucose tests. His foster family has been working on getting him comfortable with them, though, and he’s making progress!

Theo is an exceptionally good boy with loads of love and tons and purrs to share! If you are already falling in love with Theo, please fill out the adoption application here: https://straycatrelieffund.org/index.php/adoption-application/ and any questions can be sent to [email protected].
Stray Cat Relief Fund

08/24/2024

8/22/24 NYC ACC URGENT! Diabetic Bella Swanson****SECOND CHANCE FOR BELLA SWANSON*** PLEASE MAKE IT COUNT!

***ON EMERGENCY AT RISK PLACEMENT LIST FOR SATURDAY 8/24/24 DEADLINE IS NOON. **

8/15/24 Bella Swanson URGENT DIABETIC NYC ACC Manhattan!
- Owner came to the MACC surrender Bella Swanson due to them having a new born and Bella having some medical/behavioral issues.
They stated that on 8/2 Bella was diagnosed with diabetes. The owners are not able to keep up with the medical costs and Bella has been more destructive/having litterbox issues since the arrival of the new baby which made them follow up with the vet.
Manhattan Center
Bella Swanson 207385
9 year old neutered male 5.3 lbs
Vet Treatments
Date Administered Vet Treatment Type Amount Given Route of Administration Treatment Result Administered by External Vet
8/12/2024 Weigh
Notes: WEIGHT 5.0 LBS
8/12/2024 Flea/Tick - Frontline
Notes: FRONTLINE PLUS 1 TUBE
8/12/2024 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
Notes: PYRANTEL 0.5 ML
8/12/2024 FeLV/FIV Snap Negative
Notes: NEG
8/12/2024 FVRCP Annual SQ
Notes: RFL
8/12/2024 Rabies Vaccine SQ
Notes: RHL
Vet Treatments Due
Date Due Vet Treatment Type
8/26/2024 Internal Parasite Treatment - Pyrantel
9/11/2024 Weigh
9/12/2024 Flea/Tick - Frontline
8/12/2025 Rabies Vaccine
8/12/2025 FVRCP Annual
Medications
Medication Amount Dispensed Route of Administration Frequency Date From Date To Doses Administered Vet Name Reason Notes Instructions
Fluids - LRS SQ 0 ml SQ 100 mls once 12-Aug-2024 12-Aug-2024 1 VET 991752
ProZinc Insulin U40 0 SQ 1 unit once 12-Aug-2024 12-Aug-2024 1 VET 991752
ProZinc Insulin U40 0 SQ 1 unit SQ, 2 times every 1 day(s) 13-Aug-2024 Discontinued 13-Aug-2024: Switching to a different treatment 1 VET 991752
ProZinc Insulin U40 0 SQ 2 units SQ, 2 times every 1 day(s) 13-Aug-2024 Indefinite 4 VET 991657 1 unit given in PM 8/14
15-Aug-2024 Progress Exam
Medical Notes: 9:36 AM
BAR in kennel, ate all food in kennel overnight
On treatment for diabetes mellitus
P:
BG in AM= HI
continue 2 units PZI BID
VET 991697
15-Aug-2024 Tech Exam
Medical Notes: 9:18 AM
AM BG HI, as per 1697 ok to administered 2 units PZI SQ
PM BG
LVT-E 990811
14-Aug-2024 Tech Exam
Medical Notes: 6:40 PM
8:47 am
BG: HI
As per Dr. 1697 administered 2 units PZI SQ
6:20 pm
BG: 307 mg/dL
As per Dr. 1697 administered 1 unit PZI SQ and fed 3/4 can DM
LVT-E 991461
14-Aug-2024 Progress Exam
Medical Notes: 6:26 PM
BAR, eating DM with very good appetite
BG in AM HI
BG in PM 307
2 units PZI sc AM
1 unit PZI sc PM
VET 991697
13-Aug-2024 Tech Exam
Medical Notes: 6:24 PM
AM BG: 635 mg/dl , administered 2 units PZI SQ as per Dr.1657
PM BG: 547 mg/dl, administered 2 units PZI SQ as per Dr. 1657
LVT-E 991962
13-Aug-2024 Progress Exam
Medical Notes: 1:37 PM
Issue List:
-Diabetes Mellitus
-Emaciated
-Anemia r/o chronic disease
-Dental disease stage 2/4
Q-BAR H
EENT: no nasal or ocular discharge noted
H/L: eupneic; no murmur
PLN: WNL
ABD: relaxed
U/G: MC
MSI: Ambulatory x 4, dull hair coat, emaciated
CNS: Mentation quiet - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
A)
DM
Anemia
Underweight
P)
CWSC
BG- ~600mg/dl
Increased PZI- 2 units q 12 hrs
VET 991657
12-Aug-2024 Referral DVM Summary
Medical Notes: 1:18 PM
8/3/2024
Fructosamine 814 high
BG 652
T4 1.3 wnl
Liver enzymes mildly elevated
HCT 36% WNL (higher than today's measurement in house)
Urine C&S via cystocentesis No growth
s.g. 1.036
ph 5.5
Glucosuria
Negative ketones
VET 991752
12-Aug-2024 DVM Intake
Blood Work Interpretation
Medical Notes: 8:53 AM
DVM Intake Exam
Estimated age: 7 to 10 years
Microchip noted on Intake? Scanned positive
History: Owner surrender
Subjective: BAR
Observed Behavior - Explores surroundings, leans into pets. Vocalizes for tasks. Ate well.
Is there evidence of Cruelty? No
Is there evidence of Neglect? No
Is there evidence of Trauma? No
Objective
P = 160
R = WNL
BCS 3/9
EENT: Eyes clear, ears clean, no nasal or ocular discharge noted
Oral Exam: Moderate tartar, pale mm
PLN: No enlargements noted
H/L: NR, NMA, Lungs clear, eupneic
ABD: Non painful, no masses palpated
U/G: Male neutered
MSI: Generalized muscle wasting. Ambulatory x 4, skin free of parasites, no masses noted, dull hair coat
CNS: Mentation appropriate - no signs of neurologic abnormalities
Re**al: WNL externally
BG: 350 alpha trak
chem cbc t4:
HCT 22% low
Retics WNL
TP 6.9 WNL
Tbili 0.4 WNL
WBCs 27k high
Neuts 25k high
BG 413 high
Creat 0.6 mg/dl low
Na 166 sl high
K 6 sl high
ALT 200 sl high
T4 1.2 ug/dl wnl
UA free catch:
clear, straw colored
s.g. 1.046
Ph 5
Glucose 30 to 60 mmol/l
Assessment
Dental disease stage 2/4
Underweight
Anemia r/o chronic disease
Diabetes Mellitus
Dehydrated
Prognosis: Poor
Plan:
Intake tasks
Applied continuous glucose monitor
LRS 100 mls SQ
Offer Diabetic diet
ProZinc 1 unit SQ BID
Advise placement
SURGERY:
Already neutered

* PLEASE NOTE * KITTENS under the age of 8 weeks or weighing 2 pounds or less CAN ONLY be PULLED by a RESCUE!!!! IF INTERESTED, PLEASE contact a RESCUE ASAP!!!
For more information on adopting from the NYC AC&C, or to find a rescue to assist, please read the following:
If you are local to NYC, and within 3-4 hrs of NYS and NJ and you are SERIOUS about adopting or fostering one of the animals at NYC ACC, please follow the instructions here or message our FB page with our experienced volunteers that will do their best to guide you through the process.
* We highly discourage everyone from trusting strangers that send them Facebook messages, offering help, for it has ended in truly tragic events.*
If you can get to the shelters in NYC:
(212) 788-4000 (wait through the prompts to reach a live person)
Unfortunately we had to remove all the hyperlinks to their websites to see if this was the reason our posts kept getting flagged from FB. The one main link will bring you to many of the ACC outlets of their page such as what we have posted below.
Emergency At Risk Placement list, Emergency outcome list, Location and Hours, List of New Hope shelter rescue partners - You will have to navigate through their site. If you type in nycacc (with out the and) .org all in one word into your browser it should take you onto their main site. You will have to navigate through their site depending what you are looking for. Unfortunately we can't do it here as it creates the direct hyperlink to their site which may be the cause of our posts being flagged by FB. We hope this solves the issue for us.
Email - [email protected]
Animals available for adoption: nycacc.app

***IMPORTANT*** PLEASE READ IN REGARDS TO SCAMMERS.
Please DO NOT send in any pledges UNLESS this PAGE has made the official update. You will know if it's legit by looking at the top header of our page with the rescue information following a donation link to the rescues site or paypal information. We also post the update on the threads but we do ask for all safety purposes to make sure the HEADER matches the comment line. The HEADER is what's most important to follow since only an admins has access to edit info on this page and make those notations. Sadly many scammers claim they have pulled the cat and post a bogus paypal. Please beware. If you suspect someone is posting a scam post please notify us via DM. Thank you

08/24/2024

8/24/24 Sadly Bohemian declined and was put to sleep :( Fly free Bohemian! ~Lisa

8/22/24 URGENT DKA/Diabetic Bohemian needs out! Rescue needed by 4pm on 8/24 (Today! Saturday)-BARCS (Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Services) Baltimore, Maryland.

From BARCS
“Bohemian- 8 y/o, altered female, 6.56lbs
FELV-/FIV-
Senior girl Bohemian was brought to BARCS (Baltimore, Maryland) shelter by a Good Samaritan after they believed her health had been declining. Once in our care, our vets noted that she had a temperature of 104.2, and was also dehydrated and underweight. Given the results of her spot blood glucose and urine specific gravity/dipstick, our vets suspect she's in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Bohemian was given subcutaneous fluids and has been started on a prescription M/D diet, which she is eating at this time, but due to this diagnosis and need for further medical care and testing immediately, she now needs rescue placement by close of business (4pm) on 8/24.
Despite the circumstances, Bohemian has been an incredibly tolerant and friendly girl so far in our care. She obviously doesn't feel the greatest right now, but she has been very easy to handle still. We really hope she can get into a home, get treated, and be able to soak up all the love she deserves in her golden years.
Bohemian is available immediately for rescue pick-up.
Please let us know if your organization can help! “
[email protected] (410) 396-4695
BARCS Animal Shelter

08/23/2024

10/3/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Mr. Fluff is fantastic!

Mr. Fluff is about 8 years old and living in Max Meadows, Virginia. He lost his original mom to cancer and his current people took him in even though they have 11 other cats. Mr. Fluff needs a new home to properly attend to his medical needs. With 11 cats they have to free feed and due to work schedules, his meds are given at approximately 8 and 16 hours. It’s also complicated by one of the humans having medical issues that are not going away, and require out of town appointments, and there is no one to give him his meds on those days.

Mr. Fluff tail was broken as a kitten and bends at a 90° angle (soooo cute when he wags his tail!). About 2 months after getting to his current home, he began losing weight and it was discovered he had thyroid issues and diabetes. Mr. Fluff is a very sweet and loving cat, but doesn't really like other cats. Out of the 11, he ignores half and hisses/growls at about 4, but no fur flying. He pays zero attention to dogs one way or the other. There has been no real interaction with children.

Mr. Fluff is up to date on vaccines and neutered. He was an indoor only cat, but since moving to his current home has become indoor / outdoor. He is very vocal, which is fun Mr. Fluff is a little shy the first few days, but he warms up quickly with attention (and he just doesn't get enough attention).

His current person would be willing to provide a 3-month supply of medicine to a proper home if one can be found. They also work with several transport groups and could potentially get him almost anywhere.

If you can offer Mr. Fluff a new home, please email [email protected].

***Please keep comments and emails civil and directed towards finding Mr. Fluff a new home!*** ~Lisa

08/23/2024

4/2/24 (updated 7/3/21)

Formerly urgent diabetic with no name is now GARFIELD!

Sweet Garfield was surrendered to a vet’s office but is in foster now. He has found a new foster but now he needs a forever home! (NY/CT area). There is a backing rescue but waiting for confirmation. All he wants is a lap to cuddle on. He is diabetic and will require care for it, but the injections are easy to manage.

If you are interested in being Garfield’s forever home, please email [email protected]

08/23/2024

7/25/24 URGENT!! Hamilton, Ontario Canada, Salem needs a new foster ASAP!! Seems he likes to talk a lot, and his current foster's building management wants him out! Please ema [email protected] if you can foster him!

4/10/24 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Salem is extra Sweet!

Salem is an incredibly sweet boy who's looking for a new foster or his furever home. He is up for adoption through Abandoned Cats Rescue (Hamilton, Ontario, Canada). His current foster mom is heartbroken to give him up. Unfortunately, her own senior cat doesn't like him, despite several attempts at introductions, and as a result he's cooped up in a bedroom for long periods of time. This isn't Salems fault... he's actually very friendly with other cats. Her own cat is experiencing health issues and in her old age she's become less willing to tolerate other cats in her space. She would love to keep him forever, but this situation isn't ideal for him.

Salem has had a rough life but that hasn't changed his loving personality. He had been surrendered to a shelter by his previous owner. Once at the shelter he was diagnosed with diabetes, and for many shelter cats that's a death sentence. He was slated for euthanasia but Abandoned Cats Rescue stepped in to save him and he's been thriving here in his foster home. His diabetes is well controlled with a combination of food and medication, and he's certainly not letting it get in the way of living! He's very playful and an absolute snuggle bug.

His hobbies include watching cat videos on YouTube, getting belly rubs, chasing the elusive laser pointer, having his ears massaged and attempting to groom his foster mom (my hair is a little too long but he tries). He had a few teeth extracted at the shelter, which doesn't impact his eating.

Salem has so much love to give, and his foster hopes that someone will give him the second chance that he deserves. If you are falling in love with Salem and can adopt, or even foster, please contact [email protected]!!
Abandoned Cats Rescue

08/23/2024

8/24/24 Sadly Bohemian declined and was put to sleep :( Fly free Bohemian! ~Lisa

8/22/24 URGENT DKA/Diabetic Bohemian needs out! Rescue needed by 4pm on 8/24 (Saturday)-BARCS (Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Services) Baltimore, Maryland.

From BARCS
“Bohemian- 8 y/o, altered female, 6.56lbs
FELV-/FIV-
Senior girl Bohemian was brought to BARCS (Baltimore, Maryland) shelter by a Good Samaritan after they believed her health had been declining. Once in our care, our vets noted that she had a temperature of 104.2, and was also dehydrated and underweight. Given the results of her spot blood glucose and urine specific gravity/dipstick, our vets suspect she's in diabetic ketoacidosis.
Bohemian was given subcutaneous fluids and has been started on a prescription M/D diet, which she is eating at this time, but due to this diagnosis and need for further medical care and testing immediately, she now needs rescue placement by close of business (4pm) on 8/24.
Despite the circumstances, Bohemian has been an incredibly tolerant and friendly girl so far in our care. She obviously doesn't feel the greatest right now, but she has been very easy to handle still. We really hope she can get into a home, get treated, and be able to soak up all the love she deserves in her golden years.
Bohemian is available immediately for rescue pick-up.
Please let us know if your organization can help! “
[email protected] (410) 396-4695
BARCS Animal Shelter

08/23/2024

8/24/24 SAFE!! Yay! ~Lisa

8/20/24 URGENT!! Another plea has been sent! ~Lisa

8/17/24 Cory needs you! The Sweetest 10 y/o Gentleman with Diabetes, needs Rescue ASAP! Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS) Baltimore, Maryland!

Cory- 10 y/o, altered, male, 12 lbs

Cory came into the BARCS (Baltimore Animal rescue and Care Shelter Baltimore Maryland) shelter on 8/15 after being found abandoned after an eviction. Upon examination, vets noted that he had excess skin (appeared to have lost weight recently) and walked in a plantigrade state with tarsus on the ground, a posturing typically seen in diabetic cats. After testing, our vets confirmed that he is diabetic and started him on a M/D diet. Vets sent out urine for UA and will plan to recheck his spot blood glucose in a week. A full medical summary is available upon request.

Handsome gentleman Cory is in great spirits despite his current situation. He is always eager for pets and will purr away as you give him scritches. Cory is a social, tolerant sweetheart and will make a wonderful companion for anyone.

Cory will be available for rescue pickup at 6pm on 8/18, and due to his medical needs he is seeking rescue ASAP.

Please let BARCS know if your organization can help by emailing [email protected]! or [email protected] for rescues
BARCS Animal Shelter

08/23/2024

8/23/24 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Essa is Extra Special!

Meet Essa! This adorable nine year old is looking for a kind human to foster to adopt. Essa is up for adoption with AVA-Action Volunteers for Animals (Toronto, Ontario, Canada). She's diabetic, and she takes 2 insulin injections a day, which her humans will need to have experience working with or be willing to learn how to care for a diabetic cat.

Essa is a very sweet girl who is very independent & likes to do her own thing. She enjoys pets, chin scratches & head rubs & relaxing on a window sill. She is a curious girl so you would need to be careful with windows & doors. When it's feeding time, she will be vocal & will follow you to let you know she is waiting for her food, especially her wet food. She sure can eat & will eat the whole can! Don't let her small stature fool you she has a big appetite!

Essa enjoys company & will come stay where you are & sit next to you or lie on floor next to your feet & looks at you with those big golden round eyes with such appreciation & will make your heart melt. She is a quiet & calm gal that would do best in a calm stress free home with no other pets. She will be a great companion & at the same time will be giving her a second chance in life that she deserves & make Essa a part of your family.

Would you like to make Essa a part of your family? Please complete our online application found at: https://www.avacats.org/adopt/ She is in a foster home in the Durham area. Animal ID 2000096802

Adoption fee for Essa is $200. Please note that fees may apply for additional required vaccinations (at $75 per booster) due prior to adoption. Total adoption fees will be confirmed by the AVA Adoption Coordinator.

08/22/2024

9/17/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Rooster is regal!

Rooster is a short-haired calico whose owner, regretfully, has to rehome her due to her special needs. Since she is a rescue, they do not know her exact age, but put her to be around 7-10 years old. In 2022, she was diagnosed with diabetes and now follows a treatment plan that keeps her happy and healthy. She is living in Seaside, CA. There is no deadline for placement, as they are adamant that she be placed in a home that can meet the demands of having a special needs companion.

Rooster was rescued as a stray by her current owner in 2019. We think she had a previous owner given her excellent social skills and lack of fear of humans and small animals. She is a loving cat who enjoys cuddles, a place by the window to watch the wildlife, and a secluded hideaway where she can nap.

Rooster is mainly an indoor cat, but from time to time, she enjoys sunbathing on the patio of her current residence. She gets along very well with small dogs. We do not know how she does with children or other cats since there aren’t any in her current household. However, given her mellow personality and easy-going nature, we think that she would do okay.

Rooster’s current treatment regimen is two insulin shots daily and a wet food-only diet. She is a bit food-obsessive and may meow quite a bit around meal time, prior to feeding. She is spayed and up to date on her vaccines.

It is never easy to part with family, but it is time to find a home for her that would better suit her needs and overall health. We only want what is best for her.

If you think you can provide the care that Rooster needs, please contact Steve at (831) 915-0620

*** This was found as a Courtesy post on Golden Oldies Cat Rescue page.

08/22/2024

9/28/23 (Date of DCIN's first post)
Meet the very special Cat of the Day, Tank!

Tank is a very handsome and laid-back, 15-year-old tabby gentleman at HART of Maine (Cumberland, Maine) who came from a very loving home. He developed diabetes, and when his previous family determined that they could no longer provide the care he needed, they made the difficult decision to surrender him to HART. They can see how much he was loved because of how he is around staff, volunteers, and visitors alike! Tank loves to be held, and will occasionally let you hold him like a baby. He also enjoys playtime--especially with string toys, so he can make sure he is spending as much time as he can with the people around him! When he sees you coming, his eyes light up as he waits to receive some attention and love.

Tank is doing very well and is relaxed around his feline roommates. He is a little overweight, tipping the scales at about 16 pounds, and they recommend that he lose some weight. His diabetes is being easily managed with twice-daily insulin injections and a low-carb, canned food only diet (in the shelter, they feed Fancy Feast Classic Pate). They will require that his adopter have a well-established relationship with a veterinarian, because they are committed to the health and happiness of Tank and his new guardians even after they leave the shelter. HART's Medical Team will provide his adopters training in the care of a diabetic cat, along with 1 insulin pen, appropriate syringes, and a blood-glucose testing kit. And, thanks to a very generous supporter, they will also provide you with $100 in food. In order to make these preparations, he won't be able to go home on the same day that you meet him.

Consider giving this awesome kitty a new retirement home. You will be smitten when you meet Tank, and he will be a wonderful companion for his lucky adopter! Please submit an application and come meet this total love of a cat in Room 4. Adoption info and their online adoption application can be found on the website: www.hartofme.org/adoption-information.
HART of Maine

08/22/2024

7/29/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Raven is Rad!

Adopt Raven! This sweet, friendly, and snuggly 6-year old boy came to Feline Rescue Association (Owings Mills, Maryland) after a plea from a Maryland shelter with only hours to spare before he was scheduled for euthanasia due to his diabetes diagnosis -- a condition which can be fully managed with diet and insulin shots twice a day. But thankfully FRA was able to get him transferred into a foster home to get the care he needed.

Raven is such an angel and sits still for his shots and blood glucose readings. He makes it so easy and has been incredibly patient while his foster - who had never given a shot or cared for a diabetic cat - quickly learned to care for him. And he will help his lucky adopters as well. Caring for a diabetic cat is easy to learn - especially with a 5-star patient like Raven. It only requires a fairly regular schedule to accommodate shots. With the help of diet and insulin shots twice a day, Raven's blood glucose is in the range of a normal, healthy cat and he's enjoying life to the fullest. There's even a chance that he could go into remission if his diabetes is managed well.

Due to a food allergy, he will need to be on a special novel protein diet (rabbit), which he has thrived on. They are so glad that this sweet, patient boy came to FRA. He's had an unfortunate start in life after losing his first home. But he has not lost faith in humanity. He is the absolute sweetest, snuggliest and most patient boy who deserves a second chance at life and with a wonderful adopter. The world is better with him in it, and so could be yours... if you're willing to give sweet Raven a home of his own.
Besides his diabetes diagnosis, Raven has a clean medical record and is up-to-date on his shots. He is neutered and has perfect litter box habits. He is very agreeable and gentle and gets along with other cats and would be good with kids. Raven quickly warms up to new people. But he'd also be happy to have a human all to himself. He is ready to snuggle with you in his very own home.

You must be in love with Raven already! So, check out the adoption process here: https://www.baltimorecats.org/info/adoption what are you waiting for?
The Feline Rescue Association

08/22/2024

8/20/23 (Date of DCIN’s first post)
Kitty is Kool!!

Kitty is a mature female of about 10 years of age who has diabetes. She is up for adoption at Alliston & District Humane Society (Everett, Ontario, Canada) Kitty is quite a sweetie but would need a calm, quiet home - one with an equally mature person and one where she is the centre of attention as the only pet. The shelter technicians will ensure you are prepared to provide her with the medical care necessary for managing her diabetes - you will also have round-the-clock support! Kitty was surrendered after her owner passed away. She was adopted but returned as she was urinating in the house. After a vet visit the diabetes was discovered, so it was likely due to uncontrolled diabetes.

Kitty is part of their forever foster program – they are looking for a forever home where she will be well taken care of and the shelter will take care of her medical needs!

Kitty is spayed, microchipped and up to date on vaccines, deworming and flea and tick prevention. If you could use a constant, loyal companion, please fill out the adoption application at www.allistonhumane.com and one of their adoption coordinators will reach out to you.
Alliston & District Humane Society

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Happy Valentine’s Day from the Diabetic Cats in Need team!! Jack Abraham Resnick and DCIN would like you to take a look at 28 hours (one an hour) of adoptable diabetic cats all over the country. All of them can always be seen in our photo gallery. Every one of us has experienced the sadness of losing a furkid, and the special needs furries somehow grab your heart and a deeper bond is created when caring for them, even if it is a struggle at times. When the time is right and your heart is ready for a new friend, please consider adopting another diabetic cat and using your feline diabetes knowledge to help another diabetic cat out of a shelter, or from being brought to a shelter by individuals no longer able to keep their diabetics. Besides....chocolates are gone in a day and go straight to your hips...A sugarcat is with you for life and goes straight to your heart!! <3 Thanks for being a DCIN fan and helping Jack Abraham Resnick and DCIN spread the word! ~The Diabetic Cats In Need all volunteer team

Bunker is waiting for you!!! Bunker is a very special boy you will want to meet! Bunker lives at Friends of Attleboro Animal Shelter in Attleboro MA. He loves to head butt and rub against you and get you to scratch his head. Cuddling and relaxing with you is definitely his “thing”! All of this makes Bunker a very special cat. Bunker is also FIV+ and diabetic. FIV+ cats can live normal life expectancies just like any other cat! He is currently well managed with diet and insulin. Bunker has been waiting over 2 years!! for his forever person or family to come adopt him! You know he is yours right?? Isn’t he a dreamboat? If you are interested in learning more about Bunker or want to adopt him, please contact the shelter at [email protected] ~Lisa

Sweet Smittie is still struggling, but she's home. Her mama had to rush her back to the ER last night due to low blood sugars. She rallied well and is back home with a feeding tube. She is able to walk but stumbles a bit. This video shows her re-learning how to walk at the ER. We still have less than half of what we need to effectively help Smittie and her mama. Can you help us help them, please? https://www.youcaring.com/smittie-825122 is where you can read Smittie's story and help us out. Thanks for caring! ~Amy

Misty takes a bath!

Extra-sweet, blind Misty is still healing well! The stitches come out soon! Here, you can watch her give herself a long, luxurious bath - a sign that she is content and feels well. <3 She's one of the kitties we've helped recently, and we're thankful that we got her fundraiser mostly filled. She would love it if our generous fans could help out her extra-sweet friends, too, since we've spent an awful lot on them lately! https://www.youcaring.com/dcin-774915 is where you go to help keep the purrs like Misty's going at DCIN! Thanks for caring! ~Amy

Misty is super-ready to be done with this cone nonsense! But she's healing well, and we are so grateful for all the support that allowed us to get her much-needed eye surgery and cover some of her pre- and post-surgical bills. If you'd like to help us finish out her fundraiser, head here: https://www.youcaring.com/misty-765128. Thanks for caring! ~Amy

Here is sweet Misty post-surgery, back with her temporary foster mom! The video may be hard to watch for some people, but we wanted you to see that she's alert and purring even just one day post-op! (Turn up your volume to hear her sweet purr.) We still have quite a way to go with her fundraiser to cover all her bills, so if you'd like to help support this precious gal and her recovery, go to https://www.youcaring.com/misty-765128 to do it! Likes, shares, and comments, as always, are welcome! Thanks for caring! This sweet girl would still be in tons of pain without your help. ~Amy

And here's an adorable video of Miss Shinny in her new home! ~Amy

Sam in FL

Here's a short video of sweet Sam, who is in DKA (see our Wall for his YouCaring) being visited by his people - he's doing his best to keep his spirits up by purring for them! And what an adorable purr he has! ~Amy

Fly free, dear Sillci. Please send Angelwings to Sillci and sympathies to her adoptive Mom by adding a comment or clicking LIKE. Sillci left for the vastness last week. Sillci was one of DCIN's early placements, finding her new home in January 2010. Her backstory is on DCIN's blog page at http://fdmb-cin.blogspot.com/2010/01/sillci-in-spring-green-wi.html. SIllci came to her new Mom morbidly obese (18 lbs on a 6 lb frame); she was a bowling ball on sticks. The video here shows how Sillci could not walk more than a few steps before collapsing from her weight and the pain it put on her joints. It turned out that Sillci was not diabetic, but rather overfed by her original family. Sillci's adoptive Mom worked diligently but slowly on her weight loss and within six months Sillci could jump up onto an ottoman and the couch and went for walks in the fenced-in yard. Many many thanks to Sillci's adoptive Mom for giving her quality of life and incredible love the last 4+ years of her life. And hugs to her for her lost sweetie. ~Venita