Navigating Canine Diabetes with Love and Know-How
Are you planning a road trip with your diabetic dog? Having the right gear and a plan keeps the stress out of traveling. What to Pack Packing for a diabetic dog reminds me of packing for my children — have everything you might need easily accessible just in case. I recommend you make a checklist … Read more
One of the complications of living overseas has been traveling for long flights with our miniature poodle and we are grateful Brady is small enough to ride in the passenger cabin with us. That certainly gives us peace of mind. However, I have friends with bigger dogs who traveled without problems in the climate-controlled cabins … Read more
Preventative care isn’t just a buzzword in dog ownership—it’s a cornerstone of responsible pet care. This proactive approach includes vaccinations, regular check-ups, keeping their teeth clean, and maintaining a balanced diet with plenty of exercise. These simple steps can make all the difference to your dog’s health. Additionally, preventative care is cost-effective. Paying for vaccines … Read more
Pet insurance will not cover incurable pre-existing conditions, so if your dog already has diabetes, no insurance will cover anything related to diabetes care. If you get pet insurance and later discover they have diabetes, it will be covered. However, even with diabetes as a pre-existing condition, you can still get coverage for accidents, and/or … Read more
Maintaining an ideal weight is crucial for dogs because it directly impacts their overall health, quality of life and longevity. Excess body fat leads to various severe conditions: Risks of Obesity Keeping your dog at a healthy weight can reduce the risk of these problems and provide benefits worth paying attention to. Benefits of Healthy … Read more
Information is a powerful tool for prevention. A little bit of research can help you keep your dog healthy and happy throughout their lives. Several dog breeds are particularly prone to developing diabetes due to genetic predispositions, lifestyle factors, and even physical characteristics. Here’s a breakdown of breeds commonly associated with a higher risk of … Read more
Diabetes in dogs does more than raise blood sugar—it messes with their whole system, including the urinary tract. Elevated glucose levels mean glucose spills over into the urine. Sweet urine creates a favorable environment for growing bacteria, which leads to urinary tract infections (UTIs). Symptoms of diabetes, such as frequent urination (polyuria) and excessive thirst … Read more
U40 insulin syringes are designed for insulin with a lower concentration of 40 units per milliliter. These are typically used for veterinary purposes. On the other hand, U100 insulin syringes are for insulin that has a concentration of 100 units per milliliter, which is most common for human use. The key difference is that U40 … Read more
Canine diabetes can be a serious condition, much like it is in humans. When a dog has diabetes, its body either doesn’t produce enough insulin or doesn’t use insulin properly. This leads to high blood sugar levels, which can cause many different health issues. A proper diet is crucial for managing this condition. Dogs with … Read more
Welcome! We are glad you are here. Toddy and I have been on a journey with Brady, our sweet, apricot, miniature poodle. We inherited him from my mother when he was 2 years old. Brady moved with us to Ukraine for Julie’s international teaching job in 2016. Brady was 8 in 2019 when he had … Read more