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With spring just around the corner, the beginning of more hours of daylight in the next few weeks can bring us closer to our pets and families, as we often carve out a little extra time each day for recreation. To ensure continued health and well being, keep a few tips in mind:

Indoors:

• As the old saying goes, showers bring flowers… so check that your houseplants and flowers aren’t poisonous, should your pet nibble on one.

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As in humans, most of the diseases that affect canines result from genetic disposition, abnormalities, diseases, injury or parasitic or Bacterial Infections. Diabetes in dogs is similar to Diabetes in cats or for that matter in humans.

The two forms of canine Diabetes, Diabetes mellitus and Diabetes insipidus, are endocrinal diseases and are related to the endocrine glands or their secretions. Diabetes insipidus is a rare form of Diabetes resulting from a deficiency of vasopressin (the pituitary hormone that regulates the kidneys) and is characterized by the chronic excretion of large amounts of pale dilute urine which results in dehydration and extreme thirst.

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Pet identification is highly required in these days because of the need for the licensing of the dog in a proper manner and to reduce the stray dog menace in streets. Pet identification is done by many methods, which are different from each other. The cost factor for that also has variations accordingly.

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Diabetes mellitus or simply Diabetes is a common condition in dogs. Howsoever scary it may sound it is not the end of the world for your dog because Diabetes in canines is manageable if proper care is taken. Diet, regular monitoring of Blood Sugar Levels and medication are key aspects of adequate care.

Diabetes, however, can cause an early death of the dog if it is not treated. High Blood Sugar Levels produce clinical symptoms of Diabetes in dogs and cats that can help in early detection.

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Obesity and improper diet are the most common reasons behind feline liver disease. It has been seen that Stress due to environment changes like a home shift, a new pet or a new baby often induces a cat to refuse food. A change in diet and concurrent Bacterial Infection are two other triggers that may lead to anorexia (loss of appetite) and ultimately to any of the following liver disease.

Fatty Liver Disease (Hepatic Lipidosis)

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Unforeseen Dangers of Spring

With warmer spring weather arriving in the next few weeks, pet owners face an entire new set of challenges. While your pet was likely cooped up inside during the winter, the change in climate will soon likely bring your pet outdoors—also exposing it to potential health hazards.

Nearly every system in your pet’s body can be affected by the change in season, but preventative measures can be taken to ensure your pet stays safe and healthy while frolicking in the great outdoors!

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Diabetes in cats is treatable and normally has a good prognosis. Cats usually respond to lasting insulin and low carbohydrate diets. If Diabetes is detected early, treatment is usually successful in preventing nerve damage and in some cases, even remission. However, if left untreated it can lead to organ failure, blindness and even death.

Diet

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The Immune System in a cat’s body has a committed task. It is a complex interconnected system of white blood cells, antibodies and other substances that are released to combat infections and eliminate foreign proteins. On recognition of a foreign invasion, the system releases antibodies which chemically bind with antigens to destroy them.

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Treating Diabetes in cats and dogs involves regular monitoring of diet, Blood Sugar Levels and insulin levels. The monitoring needs to be done on a daily basis and pet owners obviously cannot be expected to visit a veterinarian daily for the daily insulin dose. Understanding the basics of home care helps to manage a diabetic dog effectively.

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