Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Managing canine diabetes with flexible care to help dogs and owners
By Mott, Jocelyn et al.·Published in Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association·2025·College of Veterinary Medicine, United States·View original on PubMed →
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Original publication title: Can implementing spectrum-of-care approaches in management of canine diabetes mellitus improve dog and owner outcomes?
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- dog
Plain-English summary
Many dogs with diabetes mellitus (DM) face high euthanasia rates due to the costs and lifestyle changes associated with treatment. This study highlights that by using a spectrum-of-care approach—tailoring treatment options like insulin, diet, and monitoring to fit the owner's budget—owners can manage their dog's diabetes more effectively without sacrificing care. The goal is to find affordable solutions that improve the quality of life for both the dog and the owner, ultimately leading to better outcomes and longer survival rates for diabetic dogs.
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Abstract
Canine diabetes mellitus (DM) is a treatable disease, yet euthanasia rates are high. Anticipated costs, impact on owner lifestyle, and financial constraints contribute to early euthanasia. Insulin, diet, monitoring, and veterinary care make up the bulk of expenses, and substituting affordable choices in one or more of these areas can significantly affect overall costs without compromising care. There is not a "best" approach for managing all diabetic dogs, rather, management tailored to the needs of the owner and dog. Spectrum-of-care approaches in diabetic dogs are urgently needed to lower costs, increase survival, and improve dog and owner outcomes.
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Search related cases →Original publication on PubMed: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40683306/