Library of Blogs for Diabetic Dogs
Today we recap the blogs posted to date. We have built quite a library for your perusing pleasure. We will write once a week and that blog will likely be posted midweek. To that end, here is a complete list of all the blogs written to date. Just click on the blue, underlined topic and you will be taken to that specific blog post.
10/13/2023 | Tips for Multiple Caregivers - Tips with products for multiple caregivers taking care of a diabetic dog. |
10/06/2023 | My Product Picks for October 2023 - Some of my favorite PetTest products spotlighted along with product links. |
10/05/2023 | Energy Boost for Pets - Introducing the new and improved Energy Boost for pets! |
09/28/2023 | Filling PetTest Meter Test Strips - Take the guesswork out of filling PetTest Test Strips with this tutorial. |
09/22/2023 | Supplements: Head to Tail - Supplements that are safe for diabetic dogs. |
09/15/2023 | Puppies with Diabetes - the different between adult onset canine diabetes and juvenile canine diabetes, includes an interview with Lesly and her puppy Fox. |
09/01/2023 | Introducing the PetTest Syringe Finder - An interactive presentation to guide you to the appropriate syringes for your dog. |
08/24/2023 | CGM: Continuous Glucose Monitoring - The Pros and Cons - A blog about CGM, what it does along with the pros and cons of using it on diabetic dogs. |
08/10/2023 | The Difficult Dog - Tips on Testing and Injecting - Tips and tricks to help with testing and injecting insulin. |
08/03/2023 | Product Spotlight August 2023 - Spotlight on PetTest products. |
07/27/2023 | The Heat is On - Tips and tricks for beating the heat. |
07/19/2023 | Human-grade Dog Food - a breakdown of popular human-grade dog foods and specific foods that are acceptable for diabetic dogs. |
07/14/2023 | Essential Fatty Acids for Dogs - looking at what essential fatty acids are and why dogs need them. |
07/07/2023 | Life with a Diabetic Dog - Realizing that life with a diabetic dog is not hard once you adjust to the new routine. |
06/23/2023 | The Benefits of Bone Broth - The benefits of giving your dog bone broth and recipes. |
06/15/2023 | Getting Ready for Summer - tips on how to keep your diabetic calm and cool during the summer. |
06/07/2023 | Introducing the DDO-U Thinkific App - An introduction and tutorial of the DDO-U Thinkific app. |
06/01/2023 | Probiotics for Your Dog's Health - Why probiotics are so good for your dog's gut health along with what certain probiotics help with. |
05/25/2023 | Product Spotlight May 2023 - Products that PetTest offers and should be in your diabetic arsenal. |
05/19/2023 | Meal Toppers for Your Diabetic Dog - Reasons why a diabetic dog may not want to eat and toppers to add. |
05/04/2023 | PetTest Around the World - A list of distributors of PetTest products. |
04/26/2023 | OCUPET for Your Dog's Eye Health - Introducing OCUPET along with a breakdown of ingredients. |
04/12/2023 | Prepped and Ready to Go - Being prepared to evacuate during an emergency. |
03/23/2023 | Product Spotlight: March 2023 - Products that should be in your diabetes arsenal. |
03/16/2023 | Supplements for Hips & Joints - supplements that may help your dog's hips and joints. |
03/08/2023 | Why You Should Use an Animal Glucose Meter for Your Pets - reasons why you need to use an animal glucose meter for your pet. |
03/01/2023 | Hypothyroidism in Dogs - Function of the thyroids, symptoms of hypothyroidism, testing and treatment. |
02/21/2023 | How to Tell if Your Pet is Having a Blood Sugar Spike - symptoms of hyperglycemia in your pet and tips on what to do to help bring blood glucose levels down. |
02/03/2023 | A Thorough Guide to Syringes - A breakdown of the parts of syringes, the difference between U40 & U100 and how to read syringe boxes. |
01/26/2023 | The Biggest Warning Signs Your Dog has Diabetes - Clinical symptoms of canine diabetes. |
01/11/2023 | The Importance of the Painless Lancing Device - Why you need the Painless Lancing Device in your arsenal! |
01/06/2023 | Can I Pre-fill Syringes? - different insulin types that can or cannot be pre-filled into syringes and why. |
12/23/2022 | What Should You Not Feed a Diabetic Dog? - A breakdown of fat, simple and complex carbohydrates, soluble and insoluble fiber and what you need to reduce or avoid in your dog's diet. |
12/21/2022 | Holiday Treats! - Treats for your diabetic dog that are healthy and won't raise blood glucose. |
12/12/2022 | Product Spotlight: December 2022 - PetTest products you should have in your diabetes arsenal. |
12/08/2022 | Tips for Keeping Your Diabetic Pet Comfortable - How to keep your pet comfortable during injecting, testing and hind end weakness. |
11/22/2022 | What I'm Thankful For - Thanksgiving thoughts on what I am thankful for. |
11/15/2022 | Mistakes to Avoid When Giving Insulin to a Diabetic Pet - Tips on properly giving insulin. |
10/27/2022 | Tips for a Spooktacular Halloween - Chocolate toxicity calculator and list of calming aids. |
10/21/2022 | The Canine Nervous System and Stress - Nervous system anatomy and the effects of stress on the body. |
10/03/2022 | A Quick Guide to Reading Pet Glucose Monitors - A breakdown of how to read pet glucose monitors and error codes. |
09/15/2022 | Pro Tips: Canine Diabetes Part 2 - More tips from seasoned veterans of canine diabetes. |
09/08/2022 | The Benefits of At-Home Pet Health Tests - Various home tests for pets and their benefits. |
08/29/2022 | Pro Tips: Canine Diabetes Part 1 - Tips from seasoned veterans of canine diabetes. |
08/19/2022 | Common Myths About Canine Diabetes Debunked - A review of common misconceptions about canine diabetes. |
08/11/2022 | Have No Fear! Your Lancing Tutorial is Here! - Everything you need to know about lancing! |
08/04/2022 | Let's (not) Chew the Fat - Why we need to feed low-fat and calculators! |
07/28/2022 | FYI - Switching Insulin - What you need to know when switching insulin. |
07/20/2022 | PetTest Product Spotlight for July 2022 - Just some of the great PetTest products offered! |
07/15/2022 | Caregiver Burnout - Dealing with caregiver burnout. |
07/07/2022 | Insulin & Syringe/Pen Needle Requirements - Interactive maps with prescription requirements by state/region. |
06/23/2022 | How to Read Urine Test Strips - The 411 on ketone/glucose and urinary tract infection (UTI) urine test strips. |
06/17/2022 | Summer is Here! - Tips for keep your diabetic dog cool. |
06/08/2022 | Ready, Set, Go! - Being prepared to go when you have a diabetic dog. |
05/23/2022 | TESTING, TESTING,TESTING! Blood Glucose Testing Videos - Learn how to test blood glucose levels with these instructional videos. |
05/12/2022 | Canine Diabetes: This is a Marathon Not a Sprint! - The importance of stepping back and making one change at a time. |
05/04/2022 | The Importance of Oral Health - Tips and products safe for diabetic dogs and their oral health. |
04/28/2022 | New Products on the Horizon April 2022 - Exciting new PetTest products and other must haves. |
04/21/2022 | Fiber: Why It's So Important in Our Diabetic Dog's Diet - a breakdown of fiber in diet and why our dog's need it. |
04/19/2022 | Curve Day! How and Why We Need to Perform Blood Glucose Curves - How to run a blood glucose curve and the benefits of doing it at home. |
04/04/2022 | Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA): Cause, Symptoms, Prevention and How to Keep DKA at Bay - Explanation of this critical illness that can affect diabetic dogs. |
03/23/2022 | Come and Get It! Feeding Your Diabetic Dog - Why we need to feed on a schedule and nutrients explanation. |
03/09/2022 | Cobalamin (B12): Why Our Dogs Need It and Why We Should Supplement! - Explanation of the importance of B12. |
03/02/2022 | Managing Canine Diabetes on a Budget - Tips for saving money will managing canine diabetes. |
02/17/2022 | Collagen Supplements for Our Dogs - Benefits of collagen supplements for our dogs. |
02/10/2022 | PetTest Product Spotlight: Vial Safe Insulin Vial Protectors - Vial Safe and more! |
02/02/2022 | Addison's Disease (hypoadrenocorticism) - Explanation of Addison's Disease. |
01/27/2022 | All About Blood Glucose Meters - How blood glucose meters work. |
01/19/2022 | Insulin Around the World - Types and names of insulin in different parts of the world. |
01/13/2022 | You Want Me to Do What? - Tips to help manage canine diabetes successfully. |
01/07/2022 | Functions of the Canine Kidneys - Detailed explanation of what the kidneys do. |
12/29/2021 | Diabetes 411: Terminology Explained - Learn common terms when it comes to canine diabetes. |
12/21/2021 | Christmas Treats for Your Diabetic Dog! - Healthy treats for your diabetic dog! |
12/09/2021 | Caregiver Check-In - Take some time for you! |
12/07/2021 | PetTest Product Spotlight - Products you should have in your diabetes arsenal! |
11/30/2021 | Canine Diabetes Education - The DDO-U: Diabetic Dog Owners University - A breakdown of each module in our free online course. |
11/19/2021 | Type 1, Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus and Insulin Resistance - Brief explanations of each disease. |
11/10/2021 | The Discovery of Insulin - A slideshow of the discovery of insulin. |
11/04/2021 | The History of Diabetes Mellitus - A timeline of diabetes mellitus in slideshow format. |
10/29/2021 | Dealing with Grief - Grieving the loss of our dogs. |
10/22/2021 | Insulin - Pen Cartridges vs. Vials - An explanation of pen cartridges and vials. |
10/14/2021 | Fall is Here! - Holidays are upon us, what do do if our dogs get into a no-no! |
10/07/2021 | Fructosamine Tests - What is a fructosamine test? Are they necessary? Find out here! |
10/01/2021 | Celebrating Milestones - Whether you gave insulin for the first time or your dog has been diabetic for 3 years...CELEBRATE! |
09/23/2021 | Size Matters! The Importance of Needle Length - Why you need the appropriate length needles when injecting insulin. |
09/16/2021 | Exercise and Your Diabetic Dog - A quick breakdown on steps to ensure you can safely exercise your diabetic dog. |
09/08/2021 | FAQ: Part 2 (Frequently Asked Questions) - More questions answered that are most asked. |
09/02/2021 | FAQ: Part 1 (Frequently Asked Questions) - Questions that are asked frequently. |
08/27/2021 | The Most Special Dog EVER! - Celebrating the life of the most special diabetic dog there ever was. |
08/17/2021 | Recap: Insulin - A refresher on how to handle commonly used insulin in dogs. |
08/09/2021 | The Diabetes Arsenal - Everything you need for your diabetic dog (besides insulin). |
08/03/2021 | Product Spotlight: Glucose SOS Energy Boost for Pets - Why you need this product in your diabetes arsenal. |
07/28/20201 | Glucose: What Is It? How Is It Made? Why Is It Needed? - Learn about glucose! |
07/21/2021 | Traveling with a Diabetic Dog - Tips on traveling, information for flying with a dog. |
07/14/2021 | Diabetic Dogs: Nutrition Edition - A breakdown of nutritional needs and the importance of weighing food. |
07/08/2021 | The Canine Pancreas: Its Function - Functions of the pancreas. |
06/30/2021 | What is Cushing's Disease (Hyperadrenocorticism)? - A breakdown of Cushing's Disease. |
06/25/2021 | Calming Aids for the Fourth of July - products and tips to help with anxiety. |
06/22/2021 | What Causes Insulin Resistance? - Some causes for insulin resistance in a diabetic dog. |
06/16/2021 | How to Keep a Hot Dog Cool - tips and products for keeping our dogs cool. |
06/09/2021 | Check...Check...Check...Caregiver Check-In! - Take care of yourself! |
06/03/2021 | Oh No! High Blood Glucose Levels! - Different causes of high blood glucose levels. |
05/27/2021 | Functions of the Canine Liver - A quick breakdown of what the liver does. |
05/19/2021 | PetTest Products on the Horizon! - New products coming to the PetTest site soon. |
05/13/2021 | Supplements for Diabetic Dogs: Part 2 - Hip and joint, kidney, liver and taurine supplements. |
05/06/2021 | Supplements for Diabetic Dogs: Part 1 - D-Mannose, eye, diabetic neuropathy, omega-3 fatty acids and digestive enzymes supplements. |
04/27/2021 | PetTest Digital Companion Tutorial - Download this app without problem following the tutorial. |
04/21/2021 | Calculating Carbohydrates and Dry Matter Basis (DMB) - Learn how to calculate carbs & DMB! |
04/14/2021 | Diabetic Dogs and Pancreatitis - Symptoms, treatment and aftercare |
04/06/2021 | Diabetic Dogs and Eye Health: Cataract Surgery - Interview about cataract surgery, cost, medication schedule and more! |
04/01/2021 | Diabetic Dogs and Eye Health: The Basics - tips for your dogs overall eye health and common eye issues. |
03/24/2021 | Being Prepared for an Emergency or Natural Disaster - tips for being prepared just in case! |
03/18/2021 | Dental Tips for Diabetic Dogs - dental aids and procedures safe for diabetic dogs |
03/11/2021 | Tips for New Diabetic Fur Parents - Things I wish I was told as a newbie |
03/04/2021 | Treats, Treats and More Treats! - Healthy diabetic dog treats |
02/23/2021 | Diabetic Dogs and Weight Loss: Why They Los Weight and How to Correct This - Weight loss explained |
02/18/2021 | DDO-U: Diabetic Dog Owners University and "How It Came to Be" - The story of the DDO-U. |
02/08/2021 | Hypoglycemia - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment |
02/03/2021 | Types of Blood Glucose Curves, Part 2 - Part 2 of a 2 part series explaining BG curves |
01/26/2021 | Types of Blood Glucose Curves, Part 1 - Part 1 of a 2 part series explaining BG curves |
01/19/2021 | When and Why You Need to Test Ketones in Urine - an explanation why testing for ketones is important. |
01/12/2021 | Comparing Insulin Types – Different types of insulin we commonly use. |
01/05/2021 | Vet Information and Warning Signs – Having vet information ahead of time, common issues that diabetic dogs have. |
12/29/2020 | The Danger of Bloat in Dogs – Explanation of bloat and procedures to correct it. |
12/22/2020 | Getting a Good Blood Sample – Tips and suggestions for getting blood samples. |
12/16/2020 | Carbohydrates – Simple and Complex – Explanation of simple and complex carbs. |
12/08/2020 | Diabetic Essentials Shopping List – Essential items and why we need them. |
12/03/2020 | Toxic Foods for Dogs – Toxic foods along with links and phone numbers. |
12/01/2020 | The Importance of Home Testing – Why we need to test blood glucose. |
11/25/2020 | Caregiver Check-In – A reminder to take care of yourself. |
11/17/2020 | The Importance of Spaying Your Diabetic Female Dog – Why spaying is crucial for your diabetic gal. |
11/10/2020 | Insulin Syringes: A Thorough Breakdown – Simple breakdown of syringes. |
11/04/2020 | Functions of the Canine Pancreas – How the pancreas works. |
10/28/2020 | The Holidays Are Coming…Keep Your Diabetic Dog Safe - |
10/20/2020 | How to be a “Super Sleuth With Your Diabetic Dog – reading your log to help figure out what is going on with your diabetic dog. |
10/13/2020 | How to Entice Your Pup to Eat – Suggestions on toppers to entice your dog to eat. |
10/07/2020 | What Do I Need for My Newly Diagnosed Diabetic Dog? – Shopping list for your diabetic dog. |
09/30/2020 | Halloween and Your Diabetic Dog - |
09/22/2020 | Let’s Talk Superfoods For Your Diabetic Dog – A look at superfoods for your dog. |
09/15/2020 | Transitioning From Summer to Autumn with a Diabetic Dog – Dealing with weather change. |
09/06/2020 | Preserving Vision in Your Diabetic Dog – Taking care of your dogs eyes. |
09/01/2020 | Your Dog is Newly Diagnosed Diabetic – What to expect with canine diabetes. |
08/25/2020 | Are You Ready to Evacuate With Your Diabetic Dog? – Reminders of what you need if you need to evacuate. |
08/18/2020 | Storm Season Is Upon Us…Be Ready for Your Diabetic Dog – Tips on helping your diabetic dog through storms. |
08/04/2020 | Shopping for Your Diabetic Dog – Shopping list of important supplies. |
07/28/2020 | How Food and Insulin Work Together – Understanding how the two work together. |
07/21/2020 | Keeping Your Diabetic Dog Hydrated - Very important this time of year. |
07/14/2020 | So Now You Have A Diabetic Dog - How life may change for you now. |
07/07/2020 | The PetTest Genteel For Your Diabetic Dog - Announcing the new painless lancing device. |
06/30/2020 | The 4th of July With Your Diabetic Dog - Preparing for the loudest holiday. |
06/23/2020 | Are You Stressing Your Diabetic Dog? - How to keep minimal stress in your pup's life. |
06/09/2020 | Summer Heat and Your Diabetic Dog - How to manage the summer heat with your pup. |
06/02/2020 | Is Your Team In Place For Your Diabetic Dog?- It takes a village to manage a diabetic dog. |
05/26/2020 | Ear Infections In Your Diabetic Dog - What causes them and how to get rid of them. |
05/19/2020 | What Are We So Afraid Of With Our Diabetic Dog - An encouragement to learn to home test. |
05/12/2020 | Lyme Disease and Your Diabetic Dog- May is Lyme Disease Awareness month. Learn what to look for. |
05/05/2020 | Get Your "Go Bag" Ready for Your Diabetic Dog- It's time to get ready to evacuate if needed. |
04/28/2020 | Don't Give Up On Your Diabetic Dog- It's easy to get discouraged... don't. |
04/21/2020 | Allergies and Your Diabetic Dog - an update on treating seasonal allergies. |
04/14/2020 | Easy Open Strips For Your Diabetic Dog - The new PetTest strips are available. |
04/07/2020 | Being Prepared For Your Diabetic Dog During the Pandemic - Don't get caught with no supplies. |
03/31/2020 | Ahhhhhh Spring With Your Diabetic Dog - Spring is here, what to look out for. |
03/24/2020 | Sheltering In Place With Your Diabetic Dog - Some tips on how to shelter in place with your pup. |
03/17/2020 | Why It's Important To Keep Up With Your Diabetic Dog's Teeth - What to watch for. |
03/10/2020 | Check Your Food Sources For Your Diabetic Dog - Do your research. |
03/03/2020 | Insulin and Your Diabetic Dog - How to know if your insulin needs to be changed out. |
02/25/2020 | The Supplies Every Newly Diagnosed Diabetic Dog Needs – Supplies to have on hand. |
02/18/2020 | Testimonial of a Diabetic Dog Dad – A testimony from a seasoned sugar pup dad. |
02/11/2020 | Safety Lancets for Your Diabetic Dog – Info on a tiny alternative to a traditional lancing device. |
02/04/2020 | Transitioning Your Diabetic Dog’s Food – Transitioning from old food to the new food. |
01/24/2020 | So Now You Have a Diabetic Dog Pt 4 – Part 1 of “So You Have a Diabetic Dog”. |
01/22/2020 | So Now You Have a Diabetic Dog Pt 3 – Part 3 of “So You Have a Diabetic Dog”. |
01/20/2020 | So Now You Have a Diabetic Dog Pt 2 – Part 2 of “So You Have a Diabetic Dog”. |
01/17/2020 | So Now You Have a Diabetic Dog Pt 1 – How will things change. |
01/15/2020 | Preparing Insulin Dose for Your Diabetic Dog – A step by step on how to draw a dose of insulin. |
01/13/2020 | Hygiene and Your Diabetic Dog – The 5 grooming chores to keep on top of. |
01/10/2020 | Your Stress and Your Diabetic Dog – There is a correlation between your stress and your dog’s stress. |
01/08/2020 | Fine Tuning Your Diabetic Dog – You’re so close to great numbers |
01/06/2020 | How Long Until Regulation in Your Diabetic Dog – Every dog is different. |
01/03/2020 | It’s a New Year with Your Diabetic Dog - New Year, clean slate. |
01/01/2020 | What If My Vet Says No – Navigating this disease with your vet. |
12/30/2019 | Taking Responsibility for Your Diabetic Dog - It’s up to us to keep our pups safe. |
12/27/2019 | Comparing Meter Readings on Your Diabetic Dog – Why comparing two meters can be frustrating. |
12/25/2019 | Medications and Your Diabetic Dog – Understanding how medications may be different now. |
12/23/2019 | Take Care of You for Your Diabetic Dog – How to manage this diagnosis with perspective |
12/20/2019 | Learn The Fundamentals for Your Diabetic Dog Pt. 2 – Continued fundamentals. |
12/18/2019 | Learn The Fundamentals for Your Diabetic Dog Pt. 1 – What are the fundamentals of this disease. |
12/16/2019 | Don’t be Fooled With Your Diabetic Dog – There is no “magic pill” for our pups. |
12/13/2019 | Oops, I Went Too Fast With My Diabetic Dog – How you may have missed your perfect dose. |
12/11/2019 | Curving Your Diabetic Dog Pt. 2 – More of the above. |
12/09/2019 | Curving Your Diabetic Dog Pt. 1 – How to and why curve. |
12/06/2019 | Journaling for Your Diabetic Dog – The importance of Journaling. |
12/04/2019 | Thank You From Our Diabetic Dogs – Thank you PetTest. |
11/29/2019 | Under The Weather with Your Diabetic Dog – A new product coming to ShopPetTest.com |
11/27/2019 | Resist This Temptation with Your Diabetic Dog – Micromanaging your pup… Don’t! |
11/25/2019 | Bone Broth and Your Diabetic Dog – The superfood for you and your pup |
11/22/2019 | Injuries and Your Diabetic Dog – Tips and Tricks for recovery. |
11/20/2019 | Winter and Your Diabetic Dog – The things to watch for in winter specifically. |
11/18/2019 | Cushing’s and Diabetic Dogs - Can you manage these two diseases? Yes! |
11/15/2019 | Thyroid Issues and your Diabetic Dog – What to watch for when nothing is making sense. |
11/13/2019 | One Thing At A Time With My Diabetic Dog Pt. 2 - More of the same. |
11/11/2019 | One Thing At A Time With My Diabetic Dog Pt.1 - Make one change at a time when making tweaks. |
11/08/2019 | Why Should I Home Test My Diabetic Dog - The Importance of Testing. |
11/06/2019 | Testing Techniques and Your Diabetic Dog - Developing your own style. |
11/04/2019 | The Importance Of Being Alpha with Your Diabetic Dog - Understanding pack mentality. |
11/01/2019 | Transition from Sighted to Blind in Your Diabetic Dog - Tips and tricks for the transition |
10/30/2019 | Prevention and Your Diabetic Dog - How to prevent conditions from escalating. |
10/28/2019 | The Holidays and Your Diabetic Dog - How to get through the holiday season with your pup. Starting with Halloween. |
10/25/2019 | Winter is Coming For Your Diabetic Dog - Preparing for Winter storms. |
10/21/2019 | My Diabetic Dog Has Lost Weight - Some reasons why and how to get some weight back on. |
10/18/2019 | Celebrations With Your Diabetic Dog - You can still make a special day special. |
10/16/2019 | Having Trouble Getting Blood From Your Diabetic Dog? - Some tips and tricks to help. |
10/14/2019 | Don't Get Discouraged With Your Diabetic Dog - Just what the title says. |
10/09/2019 | Why Use a Pet Meter for Your Diabetic Dog – Getting accurate blood glucose results |
10/07/2019 | Pancreatitis and Your Diabetic Dog - What is it and how do we treat it. |
10/04/2019 | Time Changes and Your Diabetic Dog - How do we treat time changes with our "Sugar Pups". |
10/02/2019 | A Case Study In Allergies - Sweet little Ellie Jewel. |
09/30/2019 | D-Mannose And Your Diabetic Dog - What is it and why use it. |
09/27/2019 | If There Are Two of You Treating Your Diabetic Dog- Tips and tricks to prevent doubling of efforts. |
09/25/2019 | The Difference In Protocols For Your Diabetic Dog - The differences between human and canine diabetes protocols. |
09/23/2019 | The Importance of a Schedule For Your Diabetic Dog - Why a schedule is so important. |
09/20/2019 | A New Language For Your Diabetic Dog – A glossary of terms to know now that you have a Diabetic dog. |
09/18/2019 | What Happened to My Diabetic Dog's Numbers? - When season changes affect your pup. |
09/16/2019 | Never Chase High Number in Your Diabetic Dog - What has changed that caused your numbers to change? |
09/13/2019 | How To Find Community For My Diabetic Dog – A guide to finding a good group to support you in your Diabetic journey. |
09/11/2019 | How To Make Toppers For My Diabetic Dog – How to prepare the toppers for your pup’s meals. |
09/09/2019 | How Much Do I Feed My Diabetic Dog – How to calculate the correct number of calories for each meal for your Diabetic dog. |
09/06/2019 | Allergies and Your Diabetic Dog Part 2 – Dealing with environmental allergies in your pup. |
09/04/2019 | Allergies and Your Diabetic Dog Part 1 – Dealing with food allergies in your dog. |
09/02/2019 | Traveling With Your Diabetic Dog – How to plan an adventure with your Diabetic dog. |
08/30/2019 | Road Map to Success For Your Diabetic Dog Part 3 – The last in the 3 part series. |
08/28/2019 | Road Map to Success For Your Diabetic Dog Part 2 – A Continuation of Part 1. |
08/26/2019 | Road Map To Success For Your Diabetic Dog Part 1 – A step by step guide to successfully navigate a Canine Diabetes diagnosis. |
08/23/2019 | Nay-Sayers and Your Diabetic Dog – How to deal with those that don’t support you in your Diabetic journey with your dog. |
08/21/2019 | Self-Care and Your Diabetic Dog – Don’t forget to take care of yourself! |
08/19/2019 | The Bond with Your Diabetic Dog – A chat about how an already deep bond with your dog gets even deeper when they are diagnosed with Diabetes diagnosis. |
08/14/2019 | Can I Use CBD Oil For My Diabetic Dog – A post on the use of CBD oil in our Diabetic dogs. |
08/12/2019 | Can I Afford My Diabetic Dog – Ways to save money and shop “smart” for your Diabetic dog. |
08/09/2019 | What is A Good Range For My Diabetic Dog– What numbers are we looking for in our pup to keep them safe at all times. |
08/07/2019 | A Better Way To Treat Hypoglycemia In Your Diabetic Dog – Introduction to the Glucose SOS product. |
08/05/2019 | Vaccinating Your Diabetic Dog – Another frequently asked question by most Diabetic dog owners. |
08/02/2019 | Homemade Treats and Your Diabetic Dog Part 2 – How to make frozen treats for your pup. |
07/31/2019 | Homemade Treats and Your Diabetic Dog Part 1 – How to make baked treats for your pup. |
07/29/2019 | Did I Cause Diabetes In My Dog – The question that every Diabetic dog owner asks themselves. |
07/26/2019 | Handheld Meters 101 and Your Diabetic Dog – Understanding the basics of your hand held meter. |
07/24/2019 | Shopping List For Your Diabetic Dog – What you will need to have on hand when you have a Diabetic dog. |
07/22/2019 | Your Unspayed Diabetic Dog – The dangers of having an unspayed female diabetic dog are discussed in this post. |
07/19/2019 | Uh oh Fur Shots and Your Diabetic Dog – How to deal with a fur shot (when you don’t get the entire injection of insulin into your pup). |
07/17/2019 | Anesthesia and Your Diabetic Dog – How to prepare yourself and your pup for any type of surgery where anesthesia is used. |
07/15/2019 | Community For Your Diabetic Dog – Finding a group of like-minded, like-hearted people that are on the same journey that you are is so important. |
07/12/2019 | You, Your Vet and Your Diabetic Dog – This post is about the importance of having a good working relationship with your vet. |
07/10/2019 | Yikes! My Diabetic Dog Won’t Eat – A “how to” for getting your pup to eat at meal time. |
07/05/2019 | Dehydration and My Diabetic Dog – Don’t be fooled into thinking that just because your pup is drinking a lot, that dehydration is not a possibility. |
07/03/2019 | My Diabetic Dog has IBD – How to manage a pup with both Diabetes and Irritable Bowel Disorder. |
07/01/2019 | Home Cooking For My Diabetic Dog – Should you home cook? |
06/28/2019 | Fourth of July – Keeping your pup safe and calm. |
06/26/2019 | How Do I Safely Exercise My Diabetic Dog? – How to keep your pup safe and still enjoy activities. |
06/24/2019 | Will My Diabetic Dog Get Cataracts? – Understanding Diabetic cataracts and info on how to keep them away for as long as possible. |
06/21/2019 | Will an Infection Affect My Diabetic Dog Part 2 – Ear infections and allergies. |
06/19/2019 | Will an Infection Affect My Diabetic Dog Part 1 – UTIs and dental care. |
06/17/2019 | Perspective and Your Diabetic Dog – Just a reminder to relax a little. |
06/14/2019 | Change of Seasons For Your Diabetic Dog– How season changes can affect your pup. |
06/12/2019 | Are Your Ready To Evacuate With Your Diabetic Dog?– Be prepared for emergencies. |
06/10/2019 | Always Ask Why When It Comes To Your Diabetic Dog – Don’t be shy, ask WHY. |
06/07/2019 | When Do I Take My Diabetic Dog to the Vet Part 2 – DKA signs and symptoms. |
06/05/2019 | When Do I Take My Diabetic Dog to the Vet Part 1 – Pancreatitis, what to look for. |
06/03/2019 | Injection Sites For Your Diabetic Dog– Multiple injection options and how to use them in your favor. |
05/31/2019 | How To Properly Inject Your Diabetic Dog– Check your injection technique. |
05/28/2019 | Syringes For Beginners – Understanding what the numbers on the outside of the syringe box mean. |
05/24/2019 | Ketone Testing My Diabetic Dog – A very important home test that can save your pup’s life. |
05/22/2019 | Fructosamine Testing My Diabetic Dog – Should you do this test or not? |
05/20/2019 | Is My Diabetic Dog In Rebound (Somogyi) – A basic explanation of Rebound / Somogyi Effect. |
05/17/2019 | What Treats Can I Give My Diabetic Dog– Commercial and homemade treats. |
05/15/2019 | The Dance Between Food and Insulin – How food and insulin work together. |
05/13/2019 | Insulin and Syringes For My Diabetic Dog – What syringes go with which insulin. |
05/10/2019 | A Love Letter To Mom – Happy Mother’s Day from your Sugar Baby. |
05/08/2019 | Never Withhold Water From Your Diabetic Dog – Why you need to always provide water. |
05/06/2019 | How Do I Treat Low Numbers in My Diabetic Dog – How to treat a hypoglycemic event without over treating it. |
05/03/2019 | Let’s Do a Little Housekeeping – Tips on what you may have forgotten that are now important. |
05/01/2019 | How To Do a Curve on My Diabetic Dog (And Why) – Save some money and get more accurate data by testing blood glucose at home. |
04/29/2019 | Testing Your Diabetic Dog, A Deeper Dive – A better understanding of why testing is so important. |
04/26/2019 | What Do I Feed My Diabetic Dog – Guidelines on what food is best for you diabetic dog. |
04/24/2019 | More Supplies For Your Diabetic Dog – More items to have on hand. |
04/22/2019 | Supplies For Your Diabetic Dog – What items are helpful to have on hand. |
04/19/2019 | Why Home Testing Your Diabetic Dog Is So Critically Important – The title says it all. |
04/18/2019 | The Importance of Journaling – Suggestions on what information to keep track of. |
04/16/2019 | My Dog Has What? – This is a post about initial diagnosis of Canine Diabetes. |
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