I am so very sorry you are going through this. I have 1 diabetic Yorkie and 2 diabetic Bichons. We just adopted Callie, our Yorkie, a couple of months ago, knowing she was diabetic. My Bichons have each been diabetic for almost 8 years. All three are blind. Have never considered catract surgery for any of them. They all do so well! Once I got over the fact they vere blind, all was fine! LOL! So, I have been doing this for a long time!
Callie is NOT thrilled at all about her shots. I blood test at home on all three and she didn't like that either in the begining. She is better about that now, but still doesn't like her shots. I let her eat her meal, then take her to a chair in the living room and hold her. You can't fool these little guys, so I don't even try! I tell her it is time for her shot. Very no nonsence tone of voice, and pull her skin to form the tent. Then I tell her "Here we go" She is blind, but that lets her know it is coming. Often she will jump and squeal at me and I have to go in again with the needle. I just tell her that she is only making it harder and now we have to do it again. Once it is acomplished, I kiss her and tell her what a wonderful girl she is!
The big thing is, you do have to do this for your little guy to live! So, you just have to hang in there and do what has to be done for him! I know of some people who have wrapped their baby in a towel or blanket. I did think about that with Callie, but she began to calm down and don't feel I need to. Others put their little one up on a counter or table. Don't know if I would try that unless you can body block him, as he can't see! I know of one person who even put their little one in the sink for his shot! Just keep trying different things until you find something that works for you!
You WILL get the hang of it and get it in sync. You will be amazed at just how quickly this becomes a way of life!
I hope this has been some help to you! I would be glad to talk more if you would like. Just PM me!
Good luck!!! It will all be fine!
