Canine Diabetes

Dogs are more like humans. Unfortunately some of their illnesses are also same. Like humans, the dogs can acquire diabetes mellitus too. Dog suffering from diabetes needs plenty of care as well as support; as it is a life threatening ailment. It is important for every pet owner to know the basic information about signs of canine diabetes. Diabetes is a disease of endocrine and is brought about by the malfunctioning of endocrine glands. Types Of Canine DiabetesThere are two types of diabetes that dogs can acquire; it is more like humans. Dogs can acquire either of the type if they are not properly taken care off. These two types are

1. Diabetes Insipidus
2. Diabetes mellitus

Diabetes Insipidus It is characterized by the lack of vasopressin. Vasopressin is an anti-diuretic hormone and its function is to control the capacity of the kidney to absorb water. Diabetes MellitusDiabetes mellitus however is characterized by deficiency of insulin. It is a condition in which the body of the dog is unable to metabolize properly the available sugars. This type is more common as well as more dangerous. Pet diabetes mellitus is then further divided in two groups

1. Type 1 Diabetes
2. Type 2 Diabetes

Both of these types of dog diabetes are very similar to the types of diabetes that affect humans. Type 1 Diabetes Type 1 diabetes occurs during early years. This type of diabetes is also termed as Juvenile dog diabetes. Type 2 Diabetes This type of dog diabetes is the one in which diabetic pet has to depend upon insulin for controlling their blood sugar levels. This type is more seen in senior dogs which have gone through the middle years of their lives. It is also good to note that apart from the senior dogs the bigger dogs are at a higher risk of catching type 2 diabetes mellitus compared to the smaller breeds. The female dogs that are either obese or overweight are also at an increased risk of catching this disease. If the pancreas of the body fails to secret the right amount of insulin required by the body of the dog for utilizing the glucose produced by the body the problem starts to take place. Diabetes in dogs is an autoimmune disorder. Sometimes it is hereditary as well. This autoimmune disorder leads to further malfunctions. Early diagnosis of dog's diabetes is essential so that diabetic dog can be properly treated. Once canine diabetes is diagnosed regular monitoring becomes crucial so that the diabetic pet remains in good condition despite of the chronic illness. Treatment Of Canine Diabetes The treatment of canine diabetes starts with proper diet management. There are certain specially formulated foods that could help the dog for helping their condition. It is good to visit the vet regularly so that he can keep a close eye on the blood glucose levels of the diabetic pet. He may also recommend you to use a high protein diet and control the body weight of diabetic dog. Sometimes if the diet management does not work the vet may prescribe certain medications. Sometime insulin injections are also prescribed. It is important to give the diabetic pet these insulin injections as they help the diabetic dog to live normally even with suffering from canine diabetes. Diabetes Complication Poor control on blood glucose levels of diabetic dogs may lead to various diabetes related complications. Heart ailments are more common canine diabetes related complications. Canine diabetes results in the abnormal blood flow in the body of the pet thus resulting in many circulatory complications. It is essential to provide diabetic dog with proper attention and care to ensure the perfect health all times.