Research Notes on Diabetes in Dogs
Diabetes occurs when the pancreas doesn't produce enough insulin. Insulin is required for the body to efficiently use sugars, fats and proteins. Without insulin, sugar builds up in the blood until it is excreted in the urine.
Fast Facts:
- Most cases of spontaneous diabetes occur in middle-aged dogs; females are affected twice as often as males.
- Drinking and urinating excessively along with weight loss are common signs of diabetes.
- Ketoacidosis is a serious complication of diabetes mellitus and should be regarded as a medical emergency.
- Treatment involves a combination of weight reduction, diet, and insulin.
- Risk factors for diabetes mellitus include canine obesity, recurring canine pancreatitis, Cushing's disease in dogs.
- Diabetic dogs may develop cataracts.
5 Great Resources on Diabetes in Dogs
- Washington State University: Diabetes Mellitus
- PetPlace.com: Diabetes in Dogs
- Pet Diabetes: Canine Diabetes Information
- Merck Veterinary Manual: Diabetes Mellitus
- WikiHow: How to Detect Diabetes in Dogs
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5 Latest Headlines on Diabetes in Dogs
What is Diabetes in Dogs?
- ThePetCheckup: Diabetes Mellitus Definition
- Columbia Animal Hospital: What is Dog Diabetes?
- Pawprints and Purrs: What is Dog Diabetes?
- VeterinaryPartner: What is Diabetes Mellitus?
What are the Symptoms of Diabetes in Dogs?
- Dog Owner's Guide: What are the Symptoms of Dog Diabetes?
- BD Diabetes: What are the Symptoms of Dog Diabetes?
- Suite101.com: Canine Diabetes Symptoms (Aug. 13, 2006)
- Intervet: What is Diabetes Mellitus?
What are the Causes and Complications of Diabetes in Dogs?
- BD Diabetes: Canine Diabetes and Cataracts
- Caninsulin: Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) is a Serious Complication of Dog Diabetes.
- PetPlace.com: Concurrent Complications and Conditions Often Found in Diabetic Dogs
- Pet Diabetes Wiki: Hypoglycemia
What are the Treatments and Medications for Diabetes in Dogs?
- Pet Education: Insulin Administration & Proper Usage
- eHow: How to Treat Diabetes in Dogs
- PetPlace.com: Treatment In-depth
- Animal Shelter.org: Diabetes and the Treatment for Diabetes in the Dog
- Lucky Dog Health: How to Manage Symptoms of Dog Diabetes
What are the Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Diabetes in Dogs?
- Canine Diabetes: Holistic and Alternative Treatments for Dog Diabetes?
- Holistic Vet Pet Care: Diabetes- the Alternative Approach to Treatment
- PetPlace.com: Dangers of Holistic Medication in Dogs
What are the Types, Stages and Survival Rates of Diabetes in Dogs?
- Vetcentric.com (via Pets.ca): Types of Dog Diabetes
- HealthyPet: Living with a diabetic pet
How Do You Prevent Diabetes in Dogs?
- StatsSheet.com: How to Prevent Dog Diabetes
- eHow: How to Prevent Canine Diabetes
Wisdom, Blogs, and Message Boards about Diabetes in Dogs
- BD Diabetes: Ask Dr. Greco: Frequently Asked Questions About Canine Diabetes
- Canine Diabetes: Stories of Pets with Diabetes
- Pets With Diabetes: Canine Diabetes Message Board
- Colleen’s Corner: Tiki’s Story.. Living With Canine Diabetes
Foundations and Support Groups on Diabetes in Dogs
- Yahoo Groups: A Support Group for Diabetic pets and Owners
- Muffin Diabetic Pets Association: Support of Individuals with Diabetic Pets and to Advance the Education, Prevention, and Treatment of Diabetes in Animals
- Owners of Blind Dogs: Support and Information for People with Blind Dogs
Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Diabetes in Dogs
- American Veterinary Medical Association: Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Dog Diabetes
- Oxford Journals: Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Dog Diabetes
- Google Scholar: Scientific and Medical Journal Articles on Dog Diabetes
Clinical Trials on Diabetes in Dogs
- VA-MD Regional College of Veterinary Medicine: Clinical Trials on Vascular Complications of Diabetes in Dogs
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