How can data collection help improve the understanding and treatment of canine diabetes?

Type 1 diabetes is a common disease in dogs and, although its causes are unknown, it has been associated with the total destruction of endocrine pancreas cells ... Diabetes in dogs is caused primarily by the destruction of pancreatic beta cells. These cells are responsible for the production of insulin and are destroyed as ... How can I manage dog diabetes? · Regular insulin shots (up to twice a day) · Monitoring your dog for changes in their symptoms · Regular check-ups with the vet ... Artifactual hypoglycemia may be caused by using human-specific portable blood glucose meters (PBGM) in dogs. Several studies have established that use of a ... Jan 6, 2015 ... ... symptoms of and providing treatment for canine and feline diabetes ... “In dogs, the most common causes are a dysfunctional immune system ... Diabetes is a metabolic disease of middle and old aged dogs, whose symptoms are caused by high blood sugar, due to lack of the hormone insulin. Giving your dog a long, happy life. Symptoms of diabetes. Excessive thirst (drinking water); Increased urination; Weight loss (even if eating well) ... What are the symptoms of diabetes? · Increased urination · Inappropriately urinating in the house · Unsettled due to an increased frequency of urination · Increased ... What Makes a Dog "At Risk" for Diabetes? · Age - senior dogs are at a much higher risk of diabetes · Genetics - specific breeds may be prone to diabetes · Gender - ... Ketones are byproducts of fat metabolism. Increased mobilization of fat occurs in diabetic dogs because their insulin deficiency causes poor use of ...