Tag Archives: Diabetes

Dogs, Obesity and Diabetes

Posted on May 14, 2012 by daysofourdogs

My Mother’s Day presents from the furkids: 50 percent accuracy on the piddle pad, half of my lunch knocked of the ottoman and eaten, and slurps and snuggles. It balanced out. Max’s blood work last week indicated we needed to … Continue reading →

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Diabetic Dogs Must Be Watched

Posted on May 10, 2012 by daysofourdogs

Max is having a busy day. Having a diabetic dog means you must be vigilant. If a normal dog vomits or urinates more than usual for a day, typically you don’t have to worry. But if a diabetic dog does, … Continue reading →

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Diabetes Can Be Managed in Dogs

Posted on February 16, 2012 by daysofourdogs

Max is doing well. He gets seven units of Humulin N insulin every 12 hours. This insulin, which humans also use, must be given after breakfast. At night he gets a few tidbits and then his shot. You must give … Continue reading →

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Dog Shows, Diabetes and Duties

Posted on February 14, 2012 by daysofourdogs

Happy Valentine’s Day. Please forgive my silence. I have been sick and recovering from an injury, but I am about 90 percent now and will be back to blogging. We watched the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show last night. We … Continue reading →

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Routine Becomes Normal For Our Dogs

Posted on January 12, 2012 by daysofourdogs

Max is fitting in. Slowly learning Jake is number 1 and Windy is number 2, he is finding his place by not being aggressive. Managing his diabetes has not been difficult. The insulin shots are given subcutaneously. Thank goodness I … Continue reading →

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New Dog For A New Year

Posted on December 30, 2011 by daysofourdogs

We welcomed Max to the family less than 48 hours ago. Max is a four-year-old miniature schnauzer. He is well behaved and a cuddler. He is also recently diagnosed as diabetic. Max’s elderly owners, who have chronic health problems of … Continue reading →

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