01/11/2024
What are the signs of diabetes in pets?
Noticing the signs of diabetes is the most important step in taking care of a diabetic pet. Immediately take your pet to the veterinarian if you see any of the following:
Excessive drinking and increased urination
Weight loss, with or without an increased appetite
Lethargy or weakness
Cloudy eyes (due to cataracts, especially in dogs)
Chronic or recurring infections (including skin and urinary tract infections)
Walking or standing unusually, with the ankles touching or nearly touching the ground (cats)
The earlier your pet is diagnosed and started on treatment, the better chance of avoiding complications caused by chronically high blood sugar.