The Cat and the Christmas Tree So life is all normal in the household, and the kitties are doing well with their various routines with testing, insulin, and diet. Of course, this makes them feel b
Will An Infection Affect My Diabetic Dog? Part Two(Post)Will An Infection Affect My Diabetic Dog? Part Two As you all noticed, I got a little long winded in the first part of this topic so here we are with Part Two. If you missed the first part, you
The Importance of Journaling(Post)The Importance of Journaling If you don’t have a journal yet… GET ONE! Oops, sorry didn’t mean to yell, but this is important! One of the very best ways to manage canine diabetes is to coll
Syringe & Pen Needle Policy(Page) Syringes for Beginners(Post)Let me just say that until recently, I was not clear what the numbers on the cover of the syringe box meant. I just took my picture into Walmart and said, “I need a box of these syringes please.” So,
Cooking Meats(Post)Cooking Meats I love cooking and often cook for my dogs, especially after Lucy was diagnosed with diabetes and pancreatitis. I wanted to feed quality meals but feeding 100% homemade wasn’t feasible w
Water: The Source of Life(Post)Water: The Source of Life December was quite an odd month for us in Southern California; we had a heat wave and then two major storms that caused flooding and mudslides. The beginning of 2026 was wet
What if My Vet Says No About My Diabetic Dog(Post)What if My Vet Says No About My Diabetic Dog I see this question over and over again. In all different scenarios, “What if my vet says no I can’t test at home”, “What if my vet says no I can’t fe
Introducing Gastro Comfort(Post)Introducing Gastro Comfort I've been waiting for quite a while for this product to hit "the store shelves" and it's finally available for purchase! Gastro Comfort is a new addition to PetTest prod
Managing Canine Diabetes on a Budget(Post)Managing Canine Diabetes on a Budget Sticker shock! I am not talking about the price tag of a new car or a house or that favorite pair of spendy shoes, I’m talking about the estimate we are handed
Allergies and Your Diabetic Dog Part 1(Post)Allergies and Your Diabetic Dog Part 1 Have you noticed that your pup is itchy for the first time? Are you thinking that it’s odd that your pup has never had allergies before and now seems to be
How to do a Curve on my Diabetic Dog (and Why)(Post)How To Do a Curve on My Diabetic Dog (And Why) We curve our pups to see how insulin and food are working together. In the very beginning, you will curve a fair amount (as much as once a week) unti