Did you know that diabetes mellitus is another name for sugar diabetes? This disease can develop in various cats including the American Wirehair. It most often develops in two different types including insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) and non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM).  Experts suggest that around one-half to three-quarters of American Wirehairs with feline diabetes require insulin injects once the disease is identified. The remaining American Wirehairs most likely have non-insulin dependent diabetes but may require injections to control the disease. Four classic symptoms of sugar diabetes include an increase in appetite, weight loss, increased urination, and increased water consumption. Diabetes most often occurs in older, obese American Wirehairs and is commonly seen in males more often than females. This does not mean; however, that younger American Wirehairs or females cannot have diabetes. If you notice any of the classic symptoms in your American Wirehair, call your vet clinic Marietta GA immediately.