Dr. Diana Rangaves, PharmD

Cats with Hyperthyroidism: What you, should know

Overproduction of the thyroxine

Hyperthyroidism is the overproduction of the thyroxine hormone, which ostensibly increases the metabolism processes in mammalian animals. Cats diagnosed with Hyperthyroidism often live for three to five years.

Their death often results from kidney failure or heart failure. Kidney or heart failure is associated with the increased metabolic process that overworking the organs. Cats with Hyperthyroidism often show analyzed symptoms, including increased weight loss, increased urination rates, increased appetite levels, and demand for more food.

Cats with such symptoms are potentially suffering from Hyperthyroidism. The overproduction of this hormone and its mitigative constructs can be implemented. However, the cat is bound to die in about 3 to 4 years, living with the condition. In most cases, the condition can be controlled, and a quality life achieved?

The Right Diet

Hyperthyroidism is a muscle-wasting disease, and as such, there is a specific content of nutrients in a dietary system that must be used to reduce the aging process that the condition inflicts among animals. Either way, it is imperative to understand that advanced conditions impact their nutrient content.

The best foods are canned raw meat, vegetables, and grains. Raw fresh meat, normally organ meats, is very substantial. Avoid dry foods full of carbohydrates and plant-based proteins. Meat by-products are essential for the cat family as well. Unless the prescribed content is officially labeled, over-the-counter canned diets are unacceptable. It is imperative to avoid BPA in canned foods, Fish and fish-related contents, ultra-low and ultra-high iodine content, and SOY-containing diets.

Technically, it is advisable to avoid plastic feeding bowls and water bowls and instead use ceramic or glass. Unhealthy contents in foods may increase thyroid disease by immensely contributing to the chemical components that increase the thyroxine hormone levels. Supporting cats with this condition is essentially a requirement towards keeping them healthy.