From their cozy home in Berlin, Adonis and his international family—his Ecuadorian cat mom Roxy, German cat dad David, and Spanish sister Anabelita—create heartwarming content that transcends borders and languages. Together, they showcase the intelligence, charm, and emotional depth of cats, inspiring empathy and connection worldwide.
Adonis’ family is committed to keeping all the feline diabetes knowledge they’ve gained since his diagnosis 100% free through the content they create. Managing this condition is challenging, not to mention expensive, so Roxy and family want to make it easier for others to navigate while caring for beloved diabetic cats.
By sharing Adonis’ journey, the goal is to raise feline disabetes awareness, provide hope, and inspire empathy in everyone who follows along.
“Cats are extremely resilient. I see it all the time. Feline diabetes is completely manageable. Home testing is a non-negotiable. Testing only at the vet is not a good idea. It is a commitment but it definitely doable. I think having someone to help you is very nice. It is a lot of work, so I really applaud people who are doing this alone, because I do this with David. I stay up late watching Adonis’ glucose and David gets up at 6 a.m. and does his insulin.”
Roxy Velez (“madre” of Feline Diabetes Ambassador Adonis Sugar Kitty)
About this Episode
Episode Title: Navigating Diabetes and Inspiring Humans and Pets Alike with Roxy Velez and Feline Diabetes Ambassador Adonis Sugar Kitty (S1E10)
Episode Summary: In this episode, Roxy Velez shares her journey with her diabetic cat, Adonis, and how they navigate the challenges of feline diabetes. Roxy discusses the importance of community support, the role of social media in raising awareness, and the emotional impact of managing a pet’s health.
She emphasizes the need for empathy and understanding in caring for diabetic pets and how Adonis has become an ambassador for both feline and human diabetes awareness. Roxy also offers practical advice for new pet owners and reflects on the balance between her online presence and personal life.
Takeaways
- Roxy and family’s journey with Adonis highlights the challenges of managing feline diabetes.
- Community support is crucial for pet owners dealing with diabetes.
- Adonis has become a symbol of hope and awareness for diabetic cats.
- Empathy is essential in understanding a pet’s health struggles.
- Testing glucose levels is vital for managing diabetes in cats.
- Roxy emphasizes the importance of sharing knowledge and resources.
- Social media can be a powerful tool for raising awareness – and people love cat content.
- Adonis’s content inspires both pet owners and humans with diabetes to become more engaged and interested in their own diabetic monitoring andmanagement.
- Balancing life and pet diabetes care requires flexibility and teamwork.
- Roxy and family’s commitment to providing free resources reflects her dedication to the feline diabetes community.
Listen to Episode 10 here
Episode 10: Roxy Velez and Adonis is available wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for supporting a disabled creator with a follow, share, comment and like!
Learn more
- Adonis Sugar Kitty website
- Support Adonis by buying his merch!
- Adonis’ Sweetened Blog
- Adonis Sugar Kitty on Instagram
- Adonis Sugar Kitty on YouTube
Accessibility: All episodes have been uploaded with transcripts across all platforms. Contact Jennifer if you need another format.
Jennifer Barnable: Storyteller, Disability Advocate 
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