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Dog/Canine Diabetes
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The Old English Mastiff is the LARGEST breed of dog in the world .
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What is canine diabetes'The Old English Mastiff is the LARGEST breed of dog in the world .
.They can weigh anywhere from 110 pounds to .....
Dog/Canine Arthritis
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Canine diabetes is a condition where there is a deficiency of the hormone insulin or maybe insensitivity to it. Inside the islet cells of the pancreas insulin is produced.Arthritis in canines is just as common as it is in humans. The type of .....
Insulin is usually responsible for controlling the body's main fuel, glucose. Insulin does this by preventing the glucose production in the liver and it also ensures that glucose that is taken in from food that is in excess is put into body stores.
In a dog that has canine diabetes, they do not have enough insulin to turn off the glucose production by the liver or to store it efficiently.
What this means is that the glucose rises and will exceed a level in which the kidneys let the glucose into the urine. This will cause the need to urinate more frequently.
What are the signs of canine diabetes'
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Excessive urination is one of the first signs you will notice, with also the intake of more water. Dog with canine diabetes also tend to lose weight because they breakdown stores of fat and protein in order to make glucose and ketones in the liver.
Other signs may include cataracts, increased appetite, decrease in activity, and recurring infections.
How do you treat canine diabetes'
Insulin is the best treatment for canine diabetes. It has to be given by injection because it is a protein and would be digested if given in a tablet.
With careful treatment of mixing the insulin you will be able to treat your dog with care. Your vet will be able to prescribe the correct type of insulin and help you know exactly how to ......
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