Diabetes in Dogs: Diagnosis, Insulin, Monitoring & DKA Explained by Dr. Forrest Cummings | Vet Candy

Diabetes in dogs is a common endocrine disease that requires accurate diagnosis, appropriate insulin therapy, and consistent monitoring. In this episode of Endocrinology Secrets, board-certified veterinary internist Dr. Forrest Cummings breaks down canine diabetes mellitus and how to manage diabetic dogs in real-world practice. Whether you're a veterinarian, vet student preparing for the NAVLE, or new graduate managing your first diabetic patient, this video provides a practical approach to diagnosis, treatment, and long-term care. In this video, you'll learn: • Classic signs of canine diabetes mellitus • How to diagnose diabetes in dogs • How to choose and manage insulin therapy • How to monitor diabetic dogs using glucose curves and other tools • The importance of consistent diet and feeding schedules • How to recognize diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) • How to approach difficult-to-regulate diabetic patients • Practical tips for communicating with owners and improving long-term management Common signs of diabetes in dogs include increased thirst, increased urination, increased appetite, and weight loss. With appropriate insulin therapy, nutrition, monitoring, and client education, many diabetic dogs can maintain a good quality of life. Veterinary Clinical Education from Vet Candy Vet Candy delivers practical veterinary education covering internal medicine, canine endocrinology, emergency medicine, pharmacology, NAVLE prep, and more. 🌐 Explore more veterinary education: https://www.myvetcandy.com ✅ Join Vet Candy: https://www.myvetcandy.com/join 🔥 Instagram:   / myvetcandy   🔥 Facebook:   / myvetcandy   LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE. Subscribe for more canine endocrinology, veterinary internal medicine, clinical case reviews, NAVLE prep, and practical veterinary education. 💬 Have a canine diabetes question? Drop it in the comments. Thanks for watching Diabetes in Dogs: Diagnosis, Insulin, Monitoring & DKA Explained with Dr. Forrest Cummings. #CanineDiabetes #VeterinaryEndocrinology #VeterinaryMedicine