Companion Animals

Companion Cat Hyperthyroidism Radioiodine Welfare

Radioiodine therapy for feline hyperthyroidism - the most effective and welfare-positive treatment option.

Key Facts

Radioiodine therapy cures hyperthyroidism in over 95% of cats with a single treatment
Brief hospitalisation for radiation containment is the only welfare cost
Unlike medication, radioiodine requires no lifelong daily treatment
UK radioiodine treatment centres for cats have expanded significantly
Cost of radioiodine is now comparable to lifetime medication in many cases

Welfare Considerations

Radioiodine therapy offers a welfare-superior treatment for feline hyperthyroidism, sparing cats from lifelong daily medication with higher cure rates and fewer side effects.

What You Can Do

Ask your vet about radioiodine therapy if your cat is diagnosed with hyperthyroidism
Find a veterinary centre offering feline radioiodine treatment
Calculate lifetime medication costs against radioiodine as a one-time treatment