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Diabetes Mellitus Results in Poor Canine Condition
Diabetes Mellitus Results in Poor Canine ConditionBy Hector Milla
Diabetes Mellitus occurs when the insensitivity and deficiency of the insulin hormones occurs. Islet cells found in the pancreas produces the insulin which is responsible for controlling the concentrations of the blood in glucose acting as the main fuel of the body.
Insulin works in normal animals like dogs by preventing the production of glucose through its liver to ensure that excess glucose are derived from the food which are not needed for the production of energy and are stored in the body.
Dogs which are diabetic have insufficient insulin supply where in the glucose production is switched off by the liver making it unable to store excess glucose efficiently from energy foods. There is a rise in the level of concentration in the blood glucose exceeding the levels beyond the kidneys allowable glucose for urine production.
If there is a glucose loss in urine, osmosis takes place where in it takes the body's water (H20) causing larger volumes of produced urine than normal amount. The water (H20) which is excessively lost along with the urine is compensated by increased consumption in water (H20) due to thirstiness.
The major clinical signs of diabetes mellitus in animals including dogs are excessive urination or polyuria, and excessive water (H20) consumption or polydipsia. Weight lose is also apparentbecause of breakdown in the storage of protein and fat or adipose tissue which produces the glucose and alternative fuel (ketones) in the liver. Other signs include increased appetite (polyphagia), cataracts, recurrent infections and exercise intolerance. If there is an excessive production of ketones in the liver, ketoacidosis occurs making the animal very sick.
The therapy includes insulin injection or insulin tablet intake and stabilisation where animals insulin dose are tailored according to their individual needs.
To sum up, as you can see dogs suffer from diabetes similar to us and they require similar treatments, just make sure you that you ask for advise with a specialized physician.
Hector Milla runs 2 websites, the Free Diabetes Testing Supplies website and the High Blood Sugar site, where you can find info on how to get free diabetes supplies and how to lower naturally your blood sugar (simple carbohydrate) levels respectively. Visit for further information.
,The Two Things You Must Keep in Mind When Choosing Diabetic Dog Food
The Two Things You Must Keep in Mind When Choosing Diabetic Dog FoodBy David Heathau
Your beloved pet has been diagnosed with Diabetes. While that is absolutely scary to hear, you can make easy changes to your dog's diet that will ensure they live a normal, healthy, happy life with you and your family. Read on to find out what you need to keep in mind when choosing the perfect diabetic dog food.
The first thing that you need to keep in mind with a diabetic dog is that sugar intake should be limited. Diabetes is an insulin disorder and sugar intake will cause a massive spike in your dog's insulin level. This is not a small thing. If you continuously feed a diabetic dog sugar you will throw their insulin levels off and they will get sicker and will die prematurely. Commercial dog foods are absolutely filled with sugar. Note that sugar is not always listed as sugar on the label. Companies are sneaky and you have to really learn how to detect sugar in the foods you feed your pet.
The second thing that you should control is how many carbohydrates your dog consumes in a day. Carbohydrate consumption will spike the insulin levels of your pet and will create all of the same problems that sugar will. Make sure that you feed your pet foods that are low in carbohydrates. Pet food companies do not make this easy on you. Commercial dog foods are absolutely loaded with carbohydrates and sugar.
Onesimple however very important change you can make is to feed your pet multiple small meals a day. A large meal will cause a massive insulin spike that will take many hours to lessen. The problem is that your dog's body is being damaged the entire time. Small, spread out meals help control the insulin levels in your dog. It is important that you feed your pet good, balanced diabetic dog food. Just changing how often you feed your dog will not change anything if they are not eating solid food.
Even if your dog does not have diabetes you should be careful because constant exposure to high levels of sugar and carbohydrates actually causes diabetes in dogs and humans. If your pet does not have diabetes and you feed them the wrong foods you may be causing diabetes. If your pet is diabetic and you feed him commercial dog food you will shorten his life. The fact is, diabetic dog food is not just for dogs with diabetes.
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,Exercise Questions Answered - Diabetes
Exercise Questions Answered - DiabetesBy Jeanna Rhoulhac
Q. What are the advantages of exercise?
A. For people with diabetes, the advantages of exercise are blood glucose level improvements, stress reduction, increased energy, weight control, and for those who participate in regular physical activity, which includes moderate aerobic exercise, there will be a reduction in cardiovascular disease risk.
Q. How do I begin an exercise or workout program?
A. Schedule a physical exam with your physician before beginning your exercise activities. This is especially and particulary important if you have not been active recently. An EKG or ECG test (electrocardiogram) may be suggested by your doctor along with a graded exercise test to evaluate how exercise may effect your heart. Ask your doctor what types of exercise are greatest for you.For any suggested exercise program, remember to begin slowly and safely, and gradually increase your physical activity level over time.
Q. What is an exercise or workout goal?
A. Remember to discuss with your doctor how often to exercise, and what level of intensity at which you shoudl perform. Begin any exercise program with a slow, steady pace. Try to be active for at least 20 minutes in the beginning. You can steadily increase the time period for exercise over an eight (8) week period.Research has proven that weight lifting (anaerobic exercise) may benefit people with diabetes. This type of exercise is known as "resistance training." Lifting heavy weights may not be helpful for persons with certain diabetes (A disease in which the body cannot produce insulin or cannot use insulin to its full potential. It is characterized by high blood glucose levels.) complications, so always comply with your physician's recommendations.
Q. What are the different types of exercise?
A. There are two main types of exercise, anaerobic and aerobic exercise. Anaerobic exercise involves lifting weights or using exercise bands. Activity usually lasts for a shorter duration and involves intense activity done in short bursts. Anaerobic exercise is commonly known as "resistance training" and the goal is to build muscle and increase strength. Aerobic exercise works the large muscle groups in the arms and legs. Examples of this include: jogging, brisk walking, swimming, biking, dancing, biking and rowing. Aerobic exercise gradually increases the heart and breathing rates. Aerobic exercise is usually suggested for most diabetic patients because of the proven benefits to the cardiovascular system (heart, lungs, and blood vessels).
Q. What if I have had a sedentary lifestyle?
A. You will improve your overall health by increasing your activity level. Take advantage of any opportunity to bend and stretch as much as possible during the day.To make your day more active, here are some simple tips to get ready, get set, and get moving:
Parking your car further away from the store when you go shopping Use stairs rather than elevators whenever possible Communicate with neighbors or co-workers by stopping by in person, rather than using the phone to call Stay active at home with light gardening and housework choresQ.What are the strategies for exercising success?
A. Make exercise part of your daily schedule - even small increases in physical activity will be beneficial to your health. Being active simply means moving more!All physical activities should begin with a warm-up, and then progress to the chosen exercise. After exercising; remember to have a cool-down period. You will see the most progress with your exercise plan when you are consistent with a specific type of activity. For example, if you chose to walk, try to find the most convenient time of day for walking, and then stick to it.Your exercise program should always include these three (3) essential elements: Warm-up: Approximately 5-10 minutes of stretching and bending. This will prevent injuries to muscles and joints. Activity: 20 minutes (or more) of sustained physical activity. This includes walking, biking, aerobics, swimming, or other sports, such as tennis or racquetball. Cool-Down: Gradually reduce your activity, and then stretch for at least 5 minutes.