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The main symptoms which occur in nearly all dogs with diabetes mellitus are: [46] excessive water consumption, excessive water consumption due to too much thirst; this condition is often called polydipsia. [46] frequent and/or excessive urination, known as polyuria, often requiring the dog to be let outside to urinate during the night, [47]
The endocrine organs of the dog. Diabetes mellitus in dogs is type 1, or insulin dependent diabetes: a lack of insulin production due to destruction of pancreatic beta cells. [87] [88] [89] Current research indicates no evidence of type 2 diabetes in dogs. [90] Among the causes of diabetes mellitus in dogs are autoimmune disease or severe ...
A powerful bird dog with a heavy frame and robust build, the clumber spaniel has droopy upper lips that cause them to drool excessively. This can cause their coat to become matted and sticky ...
By now, most dog owners have heard about the mysterious disease that is making dogs across the U.S. sick. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, the illness has spread to 14 ...
Provide additional antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids: If your dog does not want to eat a whole-food diet, or you do not have time to make it for her, you can give her additional antioxidants ...
X-ray from the underside of a dog with GDV. The dark area is the buildup of gas. Gastric dilatation volvulus (GDV), also known as gastric dilation, twisted stomach, or gastric torsion, is a medical condition that affects dogs and rarely cats and guinea pigs, [1] in which the stomach becomes overstretched and rotated by excessive gas content.
A dog will often start to drool more in anticipation of meal or treat time or if they’re excited or anxious, or because of another health complication.
Physical elements of certain dog breeds also affect susceptibility of individuals to skin problems, such as wrinkled skin or excessive skin folds. For instance, skin-fold dermatitis is a skin infection more prevalent in breeds such as the bulldog, cocker spaniel, and English Springer spaniel. [19]