Signs or symptoms of canine diabetes

In animals symptoms are referred to as "clinical signs" or "signs". The signs or symptoms of diabetes are a result of high blood glucose levels.

Excessive blood glucose levels can exceed the "glucose threshold" of the kidneys. When this happens glucose is excreted in the urine. This results in extra fluid loss from the body causing your diabetic dog to drink (and urinate) more.

Glucose, an important fuel (energy source) is being lost. So, a diabetic animal may eat more than normal but lose weight.

For more information on glucose metabolism see Canine diabetes.

Typical signs or symptoms of canine diabetes

1. urinating too much (polyuria)
2. drinking too much water (polydipsia)
3. increased appetite (polyphagia) but losing weight