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Category Archives: Diabetes in Dogs

ASK-THE-VET: TWO SISTERS DOGS WITH DIABETES

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Dr. Donna Spector

Question: I have 2 dogs, sisters, who are 11 years old. Maybelle became a diabetic, started on insulin and within 2 months became blind. She is on 27units nph 2x daily. Her diet is 1/2 cup Royal Canine with 1 … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask a Vet, Diabetes in Dogs, Dr Donna Spector, Pet Health, Pet Nutrition | Tagged diabetic dog, diabetic pets, diet for diabetic dogs, insulin for dogs, insulin-dependent diabetics dog, Royal Canine, Science Diet lite, vegan dog food, veterinarian, veterinarian advice | 1 Comment

ASK-THE-VET: INSULIN DEPENDANT DIABETIC DOGS

Posted on September 20, 2010 by Dr. Donna Spector

Question: Is this food (Halo) good for insulin dependant diabetic dogs? Thanks!!! Answer: Thanks for the inquiry. I have successfully used Halo foods in many diabetic dogs. Keep in mind though that every diabetic dog is different and you should … Continue reading →

Posted in Ask a Vet, Diabetes in Dogs, Dr Donna Spector, Pet Health, Pet Nutrition | Tagged best diabetic regulation, blood sugar levels in dogs, diabetic dogs, high fiber diet for dogs, insulin dependant diabetic dogs, obese dog | Leave a comment

ASK-THE-VET: MY DOG IS DOING WELL ON VETSULIN

Posted on September 13, 2010 by Dr. Donna Spector

Question: My dog Zeke is 13 and a half and has been on Vetsulin since July 2007. Because of his age and the fact that he has done well on Vetsulin his vet and I have not wanted to switch … Continue reading →

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TRACIE HOTCHNER – DIABETES IN DOGS: WHY THEY GET IT, HOW TO MANAGE IT

Posted on May 20, 2010 by

I have been getting quite a few questions about diabetes in dogs, even though it is a fairly rare occurrence (not like cats, where type 2 diabetes is at epidemic levels). I turned for assistance in answering this question thoroughly … Continue reading →

Posted in Diabetes in Dogs, Dr Donna Spector, Tracie Hotchner | Tagged AVHMA, Cat Chat Radio, Diabetes in Dogs, dog talk radio, Dr Donna Spector, the Cat Bible, The Dog Bible, Tracie Hotchner, Veterinary Nutrition Consultant | 1 Comment

FDA WARNING ON VETSULIN FOR DOGS AND CATS

Posted on November 5, 2009 by Caroline Golon

The US FDA has issued a warning about Vetsulin, an insulin commonly used in the treatment of diabetes for dogs and cats. There have been varying amounts of insulin found in the product which could cause unpredictable and possibly dangerous … Continue reading →

Posted in Diabetes in Dogs, Dr Donna Spector, Feline Diabetes, Pet Health | Tagged fda warning, vetsulin | 18 Comments