My dog has diabetes

AllezBlackpool

AllezBlackpool

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Just been the vets and found out. She had been drinking lots more water and hence more pissing. Got to go back this week for another consultation. Anyone else in a similar position and if so, is it easy to manage......
 
We have a diabetic cat.. whilst a bit daunting at first you soon settle into it. We've been doing it for about 5+ years. Obviously might be a different routine to ours but we have to inject him morning and night and only eat prior to injections as they bring his levels back down after food and keep them fairly regular till his next feed.

You can use a human diabetic monitor - we got ours from boots.. not quite as accurate but our vet said it's pretty close.

We've also had a few instances where he's had a hypo (Where his sugar has gone far too low after insulin).. but there been approx 3 times in the whole time and now we know the signs it's easier to look out for.. probably easier in dogs as a bit more active. (Extremely lethargic).. with cats the use of honey, treats, and higher sugar levelled food brings them out of it... So if you decide to change his food to more suitable food with less sugar - maybe just have a high sugar pack on the side just incase you test and find he needs it.

Ask your vets the levels he should be within so you know what to look out for if your dog does get too low

Hope this helps
 
I don’t have a dog but the management I guess will be pretty much the same as humans, with the aim of maintaining normal blood sugar levels (you should familiarise yourself with the numbers) and regularly monitoring them to ensure this happens.

Feed your dog at the same time each day and administer the injection AFTER eating in case she doesn’t eat or vomits. If she won’t eat, don’t give the insulin until she does. If she only eats a small amount, you need to reduce the amount of insulin so you should discuss this with her vet so that you know how much to give. Just remember that a HYPO (low) is potentially more dangerous than a HYPER (HiGH.). Store unopened insulin in the fridge but the opened insulin that you’re using at room temperature because it can be painful when it’s injected cold.
Maintain her weight, don’t over exercise her or excite her too much because this can affect blood sugar levels. Don’t be tempted to give her treats. Familiarise yourself with the symptoms of a hypo and carry honey around with you when you take her out, so that you can rub some onto her gums if she does have a hypo.
Don’t feel overwhelmed, once you get into the swing of things, you’ll be fine …I promise!
 
Tango_SL said:
We have a diabetic cat.. whilst a bit daunting at first you soon settle into it. We've been doing it for about 5+ years. Obviously might be a different routine to ours but we have to inject him morning and night and only eat prior to injections as they bring his levels back down after food and keep them fairly regular till his next feed.

You can use a human diabetic monitor - we got ours from boots.. not quite as accurate but our vet said it's pretty close.

We've also had a few instances where he's had a hypo (Where his sugar has gone far too low after insulin).. but there been approx 3 times in the whole time and now we know the signs it's easier to look out for.. probably easier in dogs as a bit more active. (Extremely lethargic).. with cats the use of honey, treats, and higher sugar levelled food brings them out of it... So if you decide to change his food to more suitable food with less sugar - maybe just have a high sugar pack on the side just incase you test and find he needs it.

Ask your vets the levels he should be within so you know what to look out for if your dog does get too low

Hope this helps
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I've gone through that as well with an old cat a few years ago.

Once she got over the initial shock of ME sticking a needle into her we did fine, and kept her going until she was 18.

It IS manageable.
 
AllezBlackpool said:
Just been the vets and found out. She had been drinking lots more water and hence more pissing. Got to go back this week for another consultation. Anyone else in a similar position and if so, is it easy to manage......
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When you love your pet you'll do anything you can to keep them going provided they have a pain and stress free time.

We all have differing experiences and I'm sure you'll do your absolute best for her.

Good luck.
 
AllezBlackpool said:
Just been the vets and found out. She had been drinking lots more water and hence more pissing. Got to go back this week for another consultation. Anyone else in a similar position and if so, is it easy to manage......
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Ask your vet about Royal Canin Diabetic dog food, we sell it both dried (biscuits) and wet (tins). It’s a bit more expensive than normal dog food but it does the job and the dog can stay on it long term without any side effects 👍🏼
 
Martonmosser said:
Ask your vet about Royal Canin Diabetic dog food, we sell it both dried (biscuits) and wet (tins). It’s a bit more expensive than normal dog food but it does the job and the dog can stay on it long term without any side effects 👍🏼
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Exactly what my dog was on but she lost interest in food so the vet suggested this just a small sprinkle on the food to trick them into thinking their eating something else.👍


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poolseasider said:
Exactly what my dog was on but she lost interest in food so the vet suggested this just a small sprinkle on the food to trick them into thinking their eating something else.👍


Tasty Toppers - Natural and healthy food toppers your dog will love

Improve your dog's appetite with our Tasty Toppers - Irresistible food toppers that are high in protein, low in fat. Add taste to bland food to encourage your dogs appetite. Your dog will love it.
www.barkerandbarkertreats.co.uk www.barkerandbarkertreats.co.uk
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Dogs eat by smell not taste so you can always try warming his food up in the microwave first to give off an aroma 👍🏼
 
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