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The signs of early diabetes are frequent urination, drinking lots of water, a large appetite, and unexplained loss of weight.
In more advanced cases there is lethargy, loss of appetite, vomiting, dehydration, weakness, and coma. Cataracts are common in diabetic dogs. Ultimately, diabetes is a disease that affects all organs.
There are several signs and symptoms can be observed in Diabetic dog,
The following signs are commonly found in dog in different stages:
Early signs
· Excessive urination
· Excessive thirst
· Hunger
· Weight loss even with normal appetite
Later signs
· Anorexia – complete loss of appetite
· Lethargy and depression
· Vomiting
Development of Ketoacidosis – metabolic acidosis caused by the breakdown of fat and proteins in the liver in response to insulin deficiency
· Depression
· Vomiting
Other symptoms include:
· Enlarged liver
· Cataracts
· Bladder or kidney infection
· Obesity
drinking much more water,
urination is more frequent,
unhealed wound,
and high blood glucose level.