Are Burmese cats more prone to diabetes than other breeds?

Question

I have a Burmese cat who was diagnosed with diabetes almost 10 years ago. Through twice daily insulin injections and a controlled diet, he is now almost 16 years old.

I have been told that Burmese cats are more prone to diabetes than other breeds.

Is there any evidence to support this claim?

score 5 · Accepted Answer · edited Dec 01 '13 at 08:14

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From a study at the University of Queensland
Over representation of Burmese cats with diabetes mellitus. Rand, et al:

Burmese cats were significantly over represented among cats with diabetes mellitus. Irrespective of breed, the risk of diabetes in the study population increased with age.

So, there's definitely evidence of it.

edited Dec 01 '13 at 08:14

answered Nov 01 '13 at 00:44

Zaralynda

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Are Burmese cats more prone to diabetes than other breeds?

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