Do you know any canine diabetics?

[otchmoson]

My Jack is gone. Today was the final trip to the vet. My dear golden boy (approx 12 years old) fought the good battle with our help. He came to us 10 years ago, re-homed because of dog-aggression issues. As former obedience trainers, and a vigilant small kennel operator, that problem was solved rather quickly. Four years ago, he developed insulin-dependent diabetes. Hubby, a T1 diabetic for almost 70 years, was well equipped to deal with that issue. Last four years have been a routine of diet management and 2 injections daily, with intermittent blood glucose monitoring. Two years ago, he developed a mass cell tumor for which vet offered a pessimistic outcome. I found a site offering alternative treatment suggestion, which I followed for more than 2 years. The last week has been trying, with appetite declining, and quite a lot of panting, suggesting stress and/or pain. Vision and hearing had disappeared over the past 6 months, so quality of life was at its nadir. Today's euthanasia was different from past experiences. The final injection was preceded by a tranquilizer . . . which I wish had been the case for previous beloved pets. Gone, but wonderful memories remain.

At any rate it is done, and I'm asking the community if anyone knows someone who could benefit from the remaining bits and pieces of diabetes treatment for canines. . . syringes, bG monitor, test strips, lancets. If so, you can add a centurylink dot net to my DU moniker to get in touch.

Love those furry babies!

[sinkingfeeling]

1. So sorry for your loss. I had a diabetic dog who also had

Cushing's and lupis. When she passed I gave her meter to a thrift shop at the hospital.

[livetohike]

2. My sympathy to you and family on your loss of

Jack . May every good memory always make you smile.

Our local animal shelter welcomed all of our diabetic supplies when we lost Cindy.

[Jilly_in_VA]

3. I don't

I've known several feline ones, including one who my friend nursed for 4 years through repeated bouts of pancreatitis and is still mourning, and another whose human was also diabetic.

May I suggest you donate any unused supplies to your local shelter? I know they would be delighted to receive them. Ours has had diabetic dogs in the past.

[slightlv]

4. Im sorry for your loss.

My sister just last week lost her canine buddy, Jax, to diabetes. She's donating everything to the local rescue here in town, including his various "fuzzies" as comfort toys.

I lost my beautiful cat to the same disease 2 years ago and still haven't gotten over it. I gotta wonder if there's an environmental reason we see so many lately or just more knowledgeable reporting.

Please accept my virtual hugs. It all hurts right now but what you're trying to do is so good of you. Blessings and peace surround you.