VETS are to offer free diabetes advice to pet owners after a cat sadly lost feeling in his legs.

Shamus the cat was rushed to Moor Cottage in Bracknell following a suspected diabetic fit.

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His owner Jayne Williams explained how Shamus had been showing weird signs, such as urinating inside the house.

She said: "We starting noticing that Shamus was urinating inside and on our towels, which he has never done before.

"We took him to Moor Cottage, where they found that he was diabetic and needed to have injections. It was scary but Moor Cottage was very helpful while we adapted and now it has become our new normal."

In 2019, Shamus was rushed in an emergency following a diabetic fit, which caused a loss of feeling in his legs.

Luckily, the vets adjusted his insulin intake and got rid of any symptoms caused by the seizure.

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Mary Kim, Moor Cottage vet, said: “Unfortunately, diabetes in our pets cannot be cured, but it can be effectively treated with careful management to give your pet a much better quality of life.

“A treatment plan, tailored by your vet to address your pet’s specific condition, can include a balanced diet, regular exercise and insulin injections.

“If you are concerned about diabetes and your pet, then we urge you to take advantage of our free nurse clinics.”

Diabetes is estimated to affect one in 300 dogs and one in 200 cats in their lifetime when a pet is unable to produce enough insulin.

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Pet owners are urged to make sure their four-legged friends don't become too overweight by walking regularly and avoiding feeding them scraps.

Signs which owners should look out for include drinking more often, passing urine more frequently or in larger amounts, weight loss, being hungry, sleeping more or being less active.

To book a free nurse clinic appointment, visit: bracknellvets.co.uk or call 01344 450345.