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Introduction: How Long Can a Diabetic Dog Go Without Insulin? Dogs diagnosed with diabetes have altered metabolic processes for glucose or blood sugar. In a healthy dog, insulin is produced by the pancreas to regulate blood sugar levels.  However, in a diabetic dog, the body cannot have or properly use insulin, leading to high blood […]

Introduction Diabetes definition What is diabetes? Diabetes is a long-term medical condition that impairs the body’s ability to regulate sugar (glucose) in the blood. Glucose is an essential energy source for the body’s cells and is carried to them through the bloodstream. However, to use glucose, the body needs the hormone insulin. Diabetes occurs when […]