Signs your dog with diabetes is dying?

In our lives, dogs are more than just pets. They are an integral part of our family, filling our lives with endless loyalty and love. However, when our furry children encounter a serious health challenge like diabetes, every owner is under tremendous pressure and pain. Especially when the condition develops to a stage that may be life-threatening, it is important to understand the signs that indicate a sharp deterioration in the dog's health so that we can better accompany them through this difficult time. ​

Diabetes is one of the common endocrine diseases in dogs. When the dog's body cannot regulate blood sugar levels normally, it will cause a series of health problems. As the condition gradually gets out of control, the dog may be heading towards the end of his life, and in the process, there will be many obvious signs. ​

First, the most intuitive manifestation is that the dog's mental state and activity level drop sharply. The dog that was originally lively and active and always around you becomes extremely sleepy, curled up in the corner most of the time, and loses interest in everything around him. It used to be enthusiastic about toys, walks, calling, etc., but now it has no reaction to these.

Eating and drinking habits will also change significantly. In the early stages of diabetes, dogs may have symptoms of polyphagia because their bodies cannot effectively use blood sugar, but as the condition worsens, their appetite will decrease significantly. Even if food is placed in front of them, they will only occasionally smell it and almost stop eating. At the same time, although the amount of water dogs drink originally increased due to diabetes, they may not even want to drink water at the end of their lives. This is because the failure of body functions has made them lose the desire to maintain basic physiological needs, and every bite of food and water has become a difficult burden for them. ​

In terms of weight, dogs will become obviously thin. Even if the owner still feeds them according to the previous amount, their bodies are constantly consuming their own fat and muscle to obtain energy. The originally round body becomes skinny, the ribs are clearly visible, and the spine is also abruptly bulging.

The dog's physical condition will also become worse and worse. They may frequently experience symptoms of vomiting and diarrhea, because the body's metabolic disorders affect the normal function of the digestive system. Abnormal vomitus and excrement not only make the house messy, but also make the owner worried. At the same time, the dog's breathing will become rapid and heavy, which is a sign of hypoxia, which means that the cardiopulmonary function has been seriously affected. They may often open their mouths to breathe, and their eyes reveal pain and helplessness.

In addition, the dog's vision and mobility will also be greatly affected. Diabetes may cause eye diseases such as cataracts, causing blurred vision or even blindness in dogs. They will often bump into furniture in their familiar homes, walk cautiously, and lose their previous confidence and agility. In terms of movement, the dog becomes weak and powerless, and even unable to stand and walk normally, and the hind legs may tremble or paralyze. ​

When we find these signs in dogs, our hearts are often filled with fear, sadness and confusion. As owners, all we can do is give dogs more company and care. We can gently stroke them and talk to them in a gentle voice, so that they can feel our warmth and reluctance in their last moments.

At the same time, we can also consult a veterinarian to find out if there are some ways to relieve the dog's pain. The veterinarian may give some medication advice or care guidance based on the specific situation of the dog to help the dog be a little more comfortable in the last stage of its life.