Diabetes Susceptibility Pedigree Analysis

By BarbaraL

Instructions

Features

Step 1:
In some cases, pedigree dogs are more susceptible to diabetes because they have inherited genes that cause juvenile diabetes. This kind of diabetes develops when a dog is still a young puppy.

In other cases, pedigree dogs that don't get juvenile diabetes are more likely than other breeds to get diabetes when they are older, especially if they become overweight.

Types

Step 1:
The Canine Inherited Disorders Database reports that veterinarian specialists agree that the following breeds are most susceptible to diabetes: poodles, West Highland terriers, the keeshond, Doberman pinschers, chow chows, schipperkes, English springer spaniels, golden retrievers, miniature schnauzers, the Alaskan malamute, the Labrador retriever, the Finnish spitz and old English sheepdogs.

Significance

Step 1:
If your dog's pedigree means he is susceptible to diabetes, learn about and watch for diabetes symptoms.

Identification

Step 1:
Watch for increased thirst, urination and hunger if you have a pedigree dog that is susceptible to diabetes.

Warnings

Step 1:
Think about whether you want to care for a diabetic dog when you select a breed. Diabetic dogs must be fed on a strict schedule and often require regular insulin injections.

Resources

American College of Internal Veterinarian Medicine

Photo/Video Credit

Image by Flickr.com, courtesy of John Leslie

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