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Acromegaly is a major cause of insulin-resistant diabetes in cats

— major cause in dogs

80% of cats with Cushing's also have diabetes; Cushing's causes insulin resistance

Life-threatening complication of uncontrolled diabetes

The endocrine and exocrine parts of the pancreas are intermixed

— medical cause of house soiling

Common secondary finding in diabetic pets

Diabetes causes secondary high blood pressure

Alters glucose metabolism; resolving thyroid disease improves diabetic regulation

Most dangerous short-term risk from insulin overdose

Metabolic cause of hypothermia

Both involve pancreatic dysfunction but in opposite directions

— potential complication

Obesity induces insulin resistance, particularly in cats, raising diabetes risk.

Glucose in urine promotes bacterial growth

Metabolic disease can cause halitosis

Excess weight is a major risk factor; weight loss improves regulation 13-fold

Excess glucose in blood forces kidney to dump sugar via large urine volumes.

Primary treatment for diabetes in both species

Risk increases 5x post-transplant

Cats: low-carb/high-protein (<7% ME carbs); Dogs: high-fiber/low-fat

Improves insulin sensitivity and helps regulate blood glucose levels.

Essential for determining insulin dose and detecting hypo/hyperglycemia

Diet strategy is crucial for diabetic management

— metabolic disorder in seniors