PetTest U-40 Pet Insulin Syringes 0.5CC 31G, 5/16 Inch Long Needles, Comfortable Thin 31 Gauge, For Cats and Dogs, Pets Diabetic Supplies, 100 Pack

I have to give these a five because they are clearly more comfortable for the cat. Although the difference in the size of needles from my previous needles seems so incremental, it does seem to matter to her. The needle goes in more easily for my cat who has tough skin and has been going through diabetes for four years. It is a little more difficult to read the markings than what I was used to, especially because my cat gets .25u more or less sometimes and then it gets tough to be accurate. Also, you have to be a little more (slightly more) careful not to bend the needle when poking through the cap to draw up insulin. Having said that, I feel that the quality of these needles/syringes is excellent and I don't have any concerns. Overall, if my cat is happier about getting her insulin, then I am happy.

Excellent product, perfect for small dogs with Diabetes! Comfortable option for smaller pets.

Highly recommended for small pets. I have a pinscher and she doesn’t feel it. The injections that the veterinarian sold us had longer needles and we suffered a lot every time we had to inject her; it was traumatic. However, since we switched to these injections, giving her insulin is much easier.

I have a little dog I am so thankful for these smaller needles that still work very well!

My cat was recently diagnosed with diabetes. The standard needles they gave me were very long, 12.9 mm So I was looking for some that were shorter and found these. I thought it was a benefit that they were a higher gauge meaning thinner. Really hated the idea of poking my cat twice a day and thought these would be gentler although he didn't seem to mind the standard but I did. First time I used to it was great but learned that they are very delicate. They bend very easily and have destroyed quite a few. If you don't get it in the vial dead center, they will bend. If you Don't get the cap back on straight, they bend. If you don't take the cap straight off, they bend. Any bend renders them useless. I'm still on the fence whether I will continue to purchase these. I just know that my husband's hands will not be able to work these well without frustration. The upside is the syringe has half markings which is helpful for my cat that only needs 1.5

We have a diabetic dog who requires shots twice a day. There is no whimpering or yelping with these needles. Easy to fill and dispense.

New improved needles! I just purchased these again (I buy them every month for my cat); I noticed that the tips of the syringes are made different now. Also the barrel is thicker with much bolder markings. It's still the same size and measurements with the very thin short needle. But now it doesn't draw in a lot of air bubbles like it use to. Now very few air bubbles. I love it! Now I can give my cat a shot and I don't have to sit there forever trying to get out all the bubbles! The needle is the same and doesn't hurt the cat when I give him an injection. Good job Advocate Pet Products!

So glad I found these. The vet only carried one size with a needle that was too long. I've used these for months now. They are short enough to go under the skin without going too far in. The price was lower than the vet's office which helps a lot, since the cost of insulin is outrageous.