Re: Libby - newly diagnosed chocolate Lab
The game changer here is that your dog is showing trace ketones. This is not entirely uncommon with newly diagnosed dogs, but is something to pay attention to. You do not want those to elevate, and since her glucose is really very high and she is on a small dose for her size, it is reasonable to increase her insulin more quickly.
I think quite a few of us manage our dog's diabetes basically on our own. Sadly, many vets are not well educated about diabetes and just don't do a good job managing a diabetic dog.
You are already doing curves, and you already know to watch out for low blood sugar. I think you're safe increasing her right now.
The game changer here is that your dog is showing trace ketones. This is not entirely uncommon with newly diagnosed dogs, but is something to pay attention to. You do not want those to elevate, and since her glucose is really very high and she is on a small dose for her size, it is reasonable to increase her insulin more quickly.
I think quite a few of us manage our dog's diabetes basically on our own. Sadly, many vets are not well educated about diabetes and just don't do a good job managing a diabetic dog.
You are already doing curves, and you already know to watch out for low blood sugar. I think you're safe increasing her right now.
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