Throughout the world and across cultures, there have always been stories of various types of magical little people. Fairies, gnomes, trolls, goblins, duendes - there are of as many types and go by as many names as the various regions and peoples that describe them, and they are a mainstay in the lore of many areas. One very rare type of occurrence among all of these cases and tales are those of these little people being somehow captured by humans in a variety of ways and for a variety of reasons, and here we will look at this strange part of the world of mysterious little people. 

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The post Can Cats Take Ozempic? Our Vet Explains by Dr. Chyrle Bonk DVM (Veterinarian) appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. However, we appreciate that you like the article and would love it if you continued sharing just the first paragraph of an article, then linking out to the rest of the piece on Catster.com. Click to Skip Ahead What Is Ozempic? Best Treatments for Diabetic Cats Weight Loss Medication for Cats Future of Weight Loss in Cats Medications like Ozempic are making quite a statement in the human medicine world, offering a new management strategy for people struggling with type II diabetes and weight loss. Since our kitties can also have these medical issues, many people are wondering whether Ozempic would work for felines. You should not give Ozempic to your cat, but there are similar medications currently being researched to provide comparable benefits in the feline world. What Is Ozempic? Ozempic, or semaglutide, is a weekly injection that many humans are using to help manage their type II diabetes. It works similarly to a natural hormone, GLP-1, that is produced by the stomach and controls insulin release, the speed at which the stomach empties, and appetite. Increasing the amount of GLP-1 in the body helps lower blood sugar, decrease appetite, and slow the rate at which food leaves the stomach so people feel full for longer. Due to these capabilities, it can help manage type II diabetes by increasing the amount of insulin that’s released, and it can also help reduce the chances of stroke and heart attack. Ozempic is additionally being used for weight loss because it helps control a person’s appetite and helps them feel satiated longer, potentially decreasing the number of calories that they consume. Since cats can have both issues—an estimated nearly 1% of cats have diabetes and over 60% are obese, it’s no wonder that both vets and cat owners would be jumping for joy over the possibility of a drug like this. But we’re not quite there yet. Image Credit: Elpisterra, Shutterstock What Is the Best Treatment for Diabetic Cats? Currently, the most common ways that diabetes is managed in cats are injectable insulin and a dietary change. Some pet owners dislike the idea of injecting their cat twice a day, and for others, it’s difficult to manage the rigid schedule that providing insulin requires. These cats may instead be treated with a daily oral medication, such as Bexacat or Senvelgo. While administering a pill may still not be every cat owner’s dream, it can prove to be more comfortable than injections. Is There a Weight Loss Medication for Cats? While a healthy diet, smaller portion sizes, and more exercise are the three pillars for a kitty to shed unwanted weight, vets and cat owners alike know the challenges of getting a cat to work out and are more than familiar with begging-for-food eyes and yowls. Also, for some cats, it seems that every calorie that they eat tends to linger in their body as fat. Right now, weight-loss assistance is focused on making those three pillars more feasible, with low-calorie food options, automatic pre-portioned feeders, and interactive toys that help get a cat moving. There may also be success with supplements like conjugated linoleic acids and hydroxycitric acid. Image Credit: Zhuravlev Andrey, Shutterstock The Future of Weight Loss in Cats While pharmaceutical companies aren’t working with Ozempic specifically as a weight-loss medication for cats, they are looking at similarly acting drugs. A study has shown a few potential benefits of another GLP-1 agonist, OKV-119, in helping achieve a 5% reduction in weight over a 4-month period. This medication was implanted under the skin, meaning no daily dosing. While this may seem ground-breaking, there were limitations to the study and remaining questions, so don’t expect to see this product in your veterinarian’s office any time soon. With an increase in awareness of the obesity problem in cats among owners and pharmaceutical companies, there is little doubt that something resembling Ozempic will likely be on the market soon to help plump felines shed unhealthy weight. Conclusion While Ozempic is increasing in popularity on the human front, it isn’t currently something that should be given to felines, neither the diabetic variety nor the roly-poly type. If your kitty has either condition, speak to your veterinarian about potential changes in their treatment plan. They may be able to provide oral medications for diabetes or supplements for weight loss. Putatively, your vet is the best person to decide if these treatments are right for your cat, as they’re not the best fit for all feline friends. Sources https://www.drugs.com/ozempic.html https://www.fda.gov/animal-veterinary/animal-health-literacy/two-new-drugs-treat-diabetes-cats-one-right-your-cat https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/supplements—weight-loss Featured Image Credit: Healthy Definition, Shutterstock The post Can Cats Take Ozempic? Our Vet Explains by Dr. Chyrle Bonk DVM (Veterinarian) appeared first on Catster. Copying over entire articles infringes on copyright laws. You may not be aware of it, but all of these articles were assigned, contracted and paid for, so they aren't considered public domain. 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What are the best Arena Breakout Infinite guns? You’re putting a lot on the line while you’re scavenging the expansive region of Kamona. If you die and fail to extract, you’ll lose everything you brought in and picked up for good. This makes having the best Arena Breakout Infinite guns even more important as you’ll need to be well-equipped to survive. Take one look at the market and you’ll see just how complex choosing the best gun in Arena Breakout Infinite can be. Not only are there tons of unique weapons to choose from to begin with, but each one has various attachments and even ammo types that have a significant impact on their performance - let alone how much it’ll cost to put together. Creating your perfect weapon before heading in and eliminating teams is what makes this extraction shooter one of the hottest FPS games right now. Luckily, we’ll go over all the Arena Breakout Infinite weapons and the best ones to use to save you some faff. Continue reading Best Arena Breakout Infinite weapons and guns MORE FROM PCGAMESN: Best FPS games, Best multiplayer games, Best simulation games

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