Insulin Injection Technique - for owners of diabetic cats

 

Caninsulin vials

Gently mix the Caninsulin by

inverting the bottle ten or so times.

draw up insulin

Fill the syringe slightly past the

recommended dose.

remove air bubbles

Remove any small air bubbles by tapping the syringe with your finger.

correct insulin dose

Depress the plunger up to the correct

dose of Caninsulin for your cat.

insulin injection

Draw the skin gently upwards and make a small hollow with your index finger.

insulin injection cat

Place the needle in the hollow and push it gently through the skin.

cat

After inserting the needle, release the skin and depress the plunger slowly.

Your veterinary surgeon may recommend an injection site other than the loose skin behind the cat's neck (the scruff). The choice depends on your veterinary surgeon's preference and what suits you and your pet.