Diabetes can wreak havoc on the body and even threaten your pet’s life, so it’s important to recognize the signs of this disorder and bring your pet to our clinic for evaluation. Common symptoms include:

• Unusual thirst or water consumption
• Unexplained weight loss
• Increased appetite
• Frequent urination (and even urinary incontinence)

If your pet’s blood sugar level swings wildly out of control, you have a veterinary emergency on your hands. Abnormally low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) may cause twitching , trembling, abnormal behavior, and even coma. Extremely high blood sugar (hyperglycemia) may cause weakness, along with a refusal to eat and drink; like hypoglycemia, it can place your pet into a coma.