There is a close link between food, blood sugar levels, and insulin, a hormone secreted by special cells in the pancreas. As a pet owner of a diabetic cat, you will need to understand the important role that diet can play in your pet’s life. The leading factor that leads to diabetes in cats is obesity. Many cases of diabetes in cats could have been prevented if they weren’t overfed and obese. Let’s take a look at some of the foods that you can feed your cat for them to stay healthy, active, slim, and fit:

Best canned food for your diabetic cat
Some canned foods are available in the market that are safe and healthy for your diabetic cat.

• Cat Hookena Luau Cat Food
  This cat food delivers all the protein content that your cat needs. It features a combination of tuna and chicken and is the kind of food that all cats seem to love. This cat food is low in carbohydrates and rich in proteins, which are what your diabetic cat needs.
• Hound and Gatos Canned Salmon Cat Food
  Salmon is combined with fish broth to make this protein-rich cat food. It is rich in moisture and low in fat, which is ideal for maintaining your cat’s weight.
• Purina Fancy Flaked Fish and Shrimp Canned Cat Food
  This is a recipe that is made with fresh ocean fish and shrimp. It is a proper meal for your diabetic cat, as it delivers all the nutrients that your cat needs.

Homemade diabetic cat food for your cat
Here are a few easy-to-make homemade recipes that your diabetic cat will benefit from:

Tasty tuna crackers

Ingredients:

• 6 oz Tuna, drained
• 1 cup cornmeal
• 1 cup flour

Directions:

• Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
• Mix the tuna, cornmeal and the flour; roll them out into ¼ inch pieces.
• Bake the crackers on a baking tray for 20 minutes. Cool and then give them to your cat to enjoy.

Chicken rollovers

Ingredients:

• ½ cup ground chicken
• 1/3 cup oat flour
• 1 tablespoon minced parsley

Directions:

• Stir all the ingredients mentioned above together till combined. Then roll them out into ½ inch balls and place them 1 inch apart on a baking sheet.
• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Place the baking tray with the chicken rollovers in the oven and bake for 12-15 minutes. Cool and serve.

Cheesy cat treats

Ingredients:

• ¾ cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• ¾ cup whole wheat flour
• ¼ cup plain yogurt
• ¼ cup cornmeal
• Some grated parmesan cheese

Directions:

• Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
• Combine all the ingredients listed above and roll the mixture out to about ¼ inch. Then cut them into 1-inch pieces and place them on a baking tray.
• Bake for 25 minutes in the oven. Serve them to your diabetic cat once the treats are cool.