Follow Luke's Journey
My Cat’s Diet
When my cat Luke was diagnosed with diabetes, I knew I had to completely rethink what I was feeding him.
After a lot of research (and some trial and error), I switched him to a low-carb, high-protein diet—and it made a huge difference.
These are the exact foods, treats, and products I used (and still use today).
No fluff. No nonsense. Just what worked for us ❤️
🥩 His Main Food
This was one of the biggest changes I made.
I focused on foods that were:
- low in carbs
- high in protein
- moisture-rich
Weruva BFF OMG Chicken
This became one of Luke’s staples pretty quickly. I wanted something high in protein, low in carbs, and made with ingredients I actually felt good about feeding him.
Weruva BFF OMG Turkey
Luke really enjoyed the turkey varieties too, and I liked being able to rotate proteins a bit so he wasn’t eating the exact same thing every day.
Weruva BFF OMG Beef
Another favorite in our rotation. At this point I started paying a LOT more attention to ingredients and carb content than I ever did before his diagnosis.
🍗 Simple Protein Treats
One thing I learned is that simple is usually better.
Plain Chicken Breast
Sometimes the best “treat” is just real food.
I’ll cook plain chicken breast for Luke, and he absolutely loves it. It’s high in protein and gives me peace of mind knowing exactly what he’s eating.
Canned Chicken Breast
This became a super convenient backup when I didn’t have cooked chicken ready.
I usually rinse it first to remove as much sodium as possible before giving it to him.
Definitely a lifesaver on busy days 😄
🐾 Treats
Lil Snoots Freeze-Dried Chicken Treats
Lil Snoots Freeze-Dried Chicken
These have been one of my favorite low-carb treat options. Simple ingredients, high protein, and Luke goes absolutely crazy for them.
⚠️ What I Avoid Now
After learning more about feline nutrition, there are a few things I personally try to avoid now:
- High-carb dry foods
- Sugary treats
- Foods loaded with fillers
I’m definitely not perfect, but I pay WAY more attention to ingredients now than I used to.
❤️ Final Thoughts
Every cat is different, but changing Luke’s diet completely changed the trajectory of his health.
If your cat is struggling with diabetes or weight issues, don’t underestimate how powerful nutrition can be.
Give your fur babies an extra hug for me ❤️
