11/14/2024
📢 Pet Parents, Take Note: Recognizing Early Signs of Diabetes in Pets
According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), early signs of diabetes in pets can be subtle but are important to spot. Look out for:
🐾 Excessive water drinking/increased urination
🐾 Weight loss (without a decreased appetite)
🐾 Decreased appetite
🐾 Cloudy eyes (common in dogs)
🐾 Chronic infections, such as skin or urinary infections
For diabetic cats, the Canadian Animal Health Institute also highlights “walking or standing in a plantigrade posture (‘down in the hocks’)” as an additional clinical sign.
If you notice any of these symptoms in your pet, reach out to your veterinarian right away. And if we observe any of these signs while pet sitting, rest assured, we’ll inform you immediately. 🐶🐱