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Feline diabetes occurs when a cat is unable to process glucose and builds up excess levels in its blood. This is a serious condition because it can lead to organ damage and death if untreated. Feline diabetes has distinct symptoms, so cat owners can...
Feline diabetes is an increasingly common disease. If you observe symptoms in your cat, make an appointment with your veterinarian as soon as possible. Your veterinarian will discuss symptoms you have observed, and perform a physical exam and diagnostic...
Diabetes is a serious metabolic disorder that can affect your dog's health and lifespan. Dogs of all breeds can get diabetes, but some pedigree dogs are more likely than others to become diabetic.
Diabetes is a condition in which the body either does not make enough insulin, or does not process insulin the way it should. Dogs can be affected with diabetes as well as humans, and many of the symptoms are similar. Observing your dog's daily habits...
Diabetes in dogs is very similar to diabetes in humans. It is a metabolic disorder of the pancreas. Diabetes occurs when the body does not produce as much insulin as required to balance the production of glucose. In dogs, the key to treating diabetes is...
Diabetic cats may not respond well to prescription foods meant for overweight cats. The Cat Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook indicates that, in general, diabetic cats respond well to dietary changes and do not always require doses of insulin.
Feline diabetes is thought to occur in about one percent of all cats. Feline diabetes in kittens is even more rare. Many kittens have occasional rises and falls in their blood sugar levels so most veterinarians are reluctant to diagnose kittens as having...
Caring for a feline that has been diagnosed with diabetes takes some commitment, since the condition has to be managed every day. If you do everything right, your cat can live a normal life. Here are some pointers to keep in mind when dealing with a...
Just as humans get diabetes, so can dogs. Diabetic dogs require special care and regular veterinarian visits to assure good health. Diabetic dogs are unable to either use or make insulin to regulate blood-sugar levels.
One out of every 500 dogs in the United States is diagnosed with diabetes every year. Unfortunately, there is no cure for diabetes, and the best way to ensure a healthy and normal lifestyle is to begin seeking treatment as soon as a dog is diagnosed with...
Diabetes is a hormone disorder that makes it hard for a dog to digest sugar properly. A diabetic dog does not produce enough insulin or it can't properly use the insulin its pancreas does produce. When this happens, sugar can't move from the bloodstream...
Dogs with diabetes are unable to metabolize sugar properly. Canine diabetes most often occurs in dogs between 7 and 9 years of age and can affect dogs of any gender or breed.
Although it is not approved by the FDA, many veterinarians recommend the use of Metamucil to treat bowel disorders for cats and dogs. Metamucil is a laxative that absorbs water in the colon, which makes stool softer and easier for the animal to pass. In...
Canine diabetes (diabetes mellitus) causes a dog to have sensitivity to or deficiency of the insulin hormone. Chow dogs are particularly susceptible to diabetes, and mix-breed Chow dogs also are susceptible. Fortunately, canine diabetes can be managed...
In canine diabetes, the dog's body cannot make enough blood sugar to survive. Dog diabetes is nearly identical to Type II diabetes in humans, which develops as a result of a bad diet. Overweight dogs are prone to getting diabetes. Canine diabetes is...
Feline diabetes is typically caused when the cat's body isn't producing enough insulin. This leads to symptoms such as frequent urination and thirst. Although diabetes can affect cats of all ages and breeds, it's most likely to occur in older cats. Here...
Dogs can get diabetes, just like other animals. If your doctor has told you your dog has diabetes, or is at risk for diabetes, it is important to follow your vet's suggestions for a healthy diet. Purina has dog food that can provide a healthy diet for...
For a diabetic cat, a high-protein, all-wet diet could make the difference between going into remission or being on insulin for life. While many veterinarians believe any kind of wet food is better than dry food, there are some guidelines to consider...
Hi! I am Dr. Adrienne Mulligan and I am the owner of Camp Verde Veterinary Clinic and I am here today on behalf of expertvillage.com to talk to you about cat first aid and administration of medications. Another older age kitty disease and obesity like...
Diabetic dogs require regularity. One symptom of poor diabetes control is weight loss, even when the canine is eating normally. Weight loss can lead to serious complications of diabetes. When the dog's diet is not producing enough energy, it will use fat...
Diabetes mellitus (also called sugar diabetes) is the most common type of diabetes in dogs. According to "Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook" (Debra M. Eldredge, DVM, et al; 2007) it is a very common disease in dogs due to lack of exercise and...
Dogs suffering from canine diabetes will often develop eye problems, with the most obvious sign being the formation of cataracts.
A canine diabetes diet can help keep your dog's weight and glucose levels under control. In addition to diet, your dog may also need insulin injections to help maintain his blood sugar levels. It is vital that you help your dog maintain a healthy weight...
When a dog is unable to make insulin or suddenly cannot handle the insulin it produces, she has diabetes. If a dog already has Cushing's syndrome or a hormone deficiency, he may also get diabetes. Diabetes is not a death sentence in dogs. Canine diabetes...
With pets' life spans increasing as a result of proper veterinary care, spay/neuter and good nutrition, more dogs and cats are diagnosed with diabetes. Diabetes occurs when the blood glucose level remains elevated. Normally a hormone called insulin...
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