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chowmama

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4. You'll be fine

Reply to MIButterfly (Original post)

Fri Jul 3, 2026, 02:16 PM

Yesterday

My first one at work, in front of the pet owners, was intimidating, but it got a lot better.

If Holly's used to free-feeding, that's often the hardest adjustment. What do you mean I can't graze whenever I want to? Hey! Hey! Are you listening to me? It's 2AM and there's no stinkin' entrees! Hey! (They do eventually get used to it. Not happy, but used. -ish.) The needle stick isn't a big deal, usually.

For readings, some dogs are now using the Libre sensors. I don't know about cats yet.

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I just gave Holly her first shot of insulin [View all] MIButterfly Yesterday OP

It will become second nature to you. I had a diabetic dog for 6 years that got 3 shots a day, plus I took her sinkingfeeling Yesterday #1

You'll get the hang of it! It's so intimidating at first. livetohike Yesterday #2

The plastic cap is trash IbogaProject Yesterday #3

You'll be fine chowmama Yesterday #4

It will get better with practice Joinfortmill Yesterday #5

My hand to Lady Bast, practice will make it easier. Where are you storing the insulin? irisblue Yesterday #6

Lady Bast, please hold Holly's mom' hand steady, assure her she is doing well. niyad 23 hrs ago #7

A "flick" suggestion. I don't know what/how they showed you at your vet's office... 3catwoman3 23 hrs ago #8

Just take a few deep, cleansing breaths, calimary 23 hrs ago #9

You care about your kitty, and that caring will help you gain confidence with practice. chia 23 hrs ago #10