Dog Diabetes

Categories: Pets
  • Dog diabetes is disease in which the pancreas does not produce enough insulin to deliver sugar to cells. As a result the sugar stays in the blood stream until it is excreted in the urine.Columbia Animal Hospital: Diabetes in Dogs
  • Treatment and Prevention

    Risk factors for dog diabetes include obesity and old age. There is no cure for diabetes but with treatment dogs can live a relatively normal life.Columbia Animal Hospital: Diabetes in Dogs

    Treatment of diabetes in dogs often requires a daily shot or two of insulin and oral medications. Treatment also includes lifestyle changes such as a high fiber diet, weight management and regular exercise. Spaying of diabetic females is encouraged.HealthyPet.com: Diabetes Mellitus

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