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November is Pet Diabetes Month

November 20, 2023 by Jennifer Houghton Leave a Comment

Has your pet been lethargic, drinking large amounts of water, and urinating frequently? These could be signs that your pet may have diabetes.

If you didn’t know that your pet could develop diabetes, don’t beat yourself up. Most people are not aware that this disease could afflict their pets. 

According to Merrick, diabetes affects anywhere between 1 in 100 to 1 in 500 dogs and cats. The number of dogs diagnosed with the condition has tripled during the past 30 years. Risk factors that may contribute to the development of diabetes include age (middle-aged to older dogs and cats are more susceptible), genetics, breed and obesity.

So, what should you look for? What are the signs?

There are a number of resources available for you if you think your pet may be exhibiting signs of diabetes. You can download a handy checklist (http://www.petdiabetesmonth.com/PDF/PM11_0066.pdf); you can download a pet diabetes handbook http://www.petdiabetesmonth.com/PDF/PM09_0114B.pdf or a pet sitter checklist http://www.petdiabetesmonth.com/PDF/PM11_0065.pdf 

If you think you might have a diabetic pet on your hands, take this quick quiz (http://www.petdiabetesmonth.com/survey-page.asp) and make an appointment with your veterinarian right away. 

Diabetes can be treated and Floofins & Co. has staff trained that can administer insulin shots, particularly for cats. Careful observation of your pet’s behavior is the first step in being able to readily identify warning signs. And yearly exams, semiannual for senior pets, can help keep your pet healthy and happy for many years by using preventive measures to avoid more severe health outcomes.

Filed Under: Pet Care Tagged With: breed, cats, diabetes, dogs, drinking, exams, genetics, health outcomes, lethargic, merrick, obesity, risk factors, senior pets, signs, urination, veterinarian

Could You Spot Diabetes In Your Pet?

November 17, 2022 by Jennifer Houghton Leave a Comment

 

 

 

Did you know that your pet could develop diabetes? If not, don’t beat yourself up. Most people are not aware that this disease could afflict their pets. 

According to Merrick Animal Health:

“Diabetes affects anywhere between 1 in 100 to 1 in 500 dogs and cats. The number of dogs diagnosed with the condition has tripled during the past 30 years. Risk factors that may contribute to the development of diabetes include age (middle-aged to older dogs and cats are more susceptible), genetics, breed and obesity.”

So, what should you look for? What are the signs?

  • Lethargy
  • Increased thirst
  • Frequent urination

There are a number of resources available for you if you think your pet may be exhibiting signs of diabetes. You can download a handy checklist; you can download a pet diabetes handbook; or a pet sitter checklist. 

If you think you might have a diabetic pet on your hands, take this quick quiz and make an appointment with your veterinarian right away. 

Filed Under: Pet Care Tagged With: breed, cats, checklist, condition, diabetes, diagnosis, disease, dogs, increased thirst, lethargy, Merrick Animal Health, obesity, older, pet, signs, urination, veterinarian

Things To Know About Pet Diabetes Month

November 16, 2020 by Jennifer Houghton Leave a Comment

Did you know that your pet could develop diabetes? If not, don’t beat yourself up. Most people are not aware that this could afflict their pets. 
According to Merrick Animal Health:
 
“Diabetes affects anywhere between 1 in 100 to 1 in 500 dogs and cats. The number of dogs diagnosed with the condition has tripled during the past 30 years. Risk factors that may contribute to the development of diabetes include age (middle-aged to older dogs and cats are more susceptible), genetics, breed and obesity.”
So, what should you look for? What are the signs?
  • Lethargy
  • Increased thirst
  • Frequent urination
There are a number of resources available for you if you think your pet may be exhibiting signs of diabetes. You can download a handy checklist; you can download a pet diabetes handbook; or a pet sitter checklist.  If you think you might have a diabetic pet on your hands, take this quick quiz and make an appointment with your veterinarian right away. 

 

 

 

Filed Under: Pet Care Tagged With: breed, cats, diabetes, dogs, genetics, lethargy, Merrick Animal Health, obesity, older, pet, resources, signs, thirst, urination, veterinarian

National Pet Obesity Awareness Day

October 9, 2019 by Jennifer Houghton Leave a Comment

On October 9th, pet owners and veterinarians alike can participate in the activities of the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP). APOP, according to their website, is “committed to making the lives of dogs, cats, all other animals and people healthier and more vital”.

The APOP was created in 2005 by Dr. Ernie Ward. Dr. Ward promotes healthy weight loss between both pets and their human counterparts.  [Read more…] about National Pet Obesity Awareness Day

Filed Under: Pet Care Tagged With: animals, Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, caloric intake, cats, dogs, Dr. Ernie Ward, obesity, pet, surveys, tools, veterinarians, weight loss

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