If your precious pooch suffers from diabetes or may be at high risk, Dog Insider offers you a guide to understanding the implications of obesity and diabetes in canines alongside best practices for prevention and care.
Your chubby little furball is super adorable - but that excess weight may be putting your dog at high risk for diabetes.
Dog Insider's guide to obesity and diabetes in dogs is part of an ongoing series of articles focused on dog health and common issues that may arise in your pet, along with treatment advice and resources.
Check it out at https://doginsider.com/the-impact-of-diabetes-in-dogs-how-to-provide-optimal-care
As obesity and related health issues are becoming more common among pets, the guide discusses risk factors, implications, and treatment for your canine companion.
Research from the American Kennel Club indicates that diabetes mellitus is a metabolic condition that is increasingly common in dogs, particularly pets that are severely overweight, and can lead to a number of health issues, including liver dysfunction, infections of the urinary tract, seizures, and even death. Dog Insider's guide can help you recognize risk factors and early warning signs so your beloved buddy can get the timely palliative and preventive treatment they need. “Diabetes can be life-threatening if left untreated,” says a spokesperson from the organization. “As pet owners, it’s our responsibility to arm ourselves with knowledge so that we can ensure our furry friends stay happy and healthy.”
The guide provides context with a discussion of the causes of diabetes, which depend on several factors, including genes, environment, pre-existing conditions such as pancreatitis, and your dog’s breed, as well as age.
In addition to a list of common risk factors and explanation of how veterinarians diagnose diabetes, the article explains treatment options, including insulin injections, lifestyle changes, and regular monitoring of eyesight and skin integrity in your dog.
You'll also find information about different types of insulin for diabetic dogs, ideal diets with low fat and high fiber content, life expectancy for your pet with diabetes, and advice on how to monitor blood glucose levels.
Dog Insider’s team highlights the fact that, although diabetes in dogs can be treated and severity can be reduced, the best thing you can do for your pet is help prevent the condition from arising in the first place, through healthy eating habits and making sure your dog stays fit with plenty of exercise.
Keep your dog happy and healthy with advice and tips from the experts at Dog Insider!
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