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3 Warning Signs of Hypoglycemia in Cats With Diabetes

For cats with diabetes, low blood sugar is one of the most common and dangerous threats to their health.

Sophia KellerGhanasyam Bey, DVM
Written by Sophia Keller | Reviewed by Ghanasyam Bey, DVM
Updated on April 15, 2025

While cats with diabetes can live healthy, happy lives, there are some complications you need to watch out for. The most common of which is hypoglycemia, or low blood sugar.

Low blood sugar can occur if your cat has too much insulin or not enough food. To save you and your cat the stress, make sure you are staying on top of their treatment and acting as soon as you notice something’s off.

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