Blood Glucose Testing at Home Cat - Ear Prick Method
Vein is easy to see
Popular Meters Bayer Elite XL LifeScan FastTake Sample Size 3 uL 2.5 uL
Gather Supplies Elite XL Meter Elite Strips Lancet & Device WARM washcloth in plastic bag Vaseline (optional) Tissue or cotton ball
Get Cat Comfortable Pick a place with strong lighting Relax, pet cat and talk softly to it, massage ear Apply WARM washcloth to ear Apply Vaseline
Insert Strip, Meter Turns On
Line up Lancet & Prick
Blood Drop Forms
Hold Meter to Drop
Look at Strip-must be FULL Blood to + Circle
Record Reading & Notes BG Value Date & Time Insulin given Food consumed Symptoms or unusual behavior