November is Pet Diabetes Month

Post date: Nov 04, 2011 7:47:46 PM

Dachshunds are among the breeds more likely to suffer from Diabetes. Pet Diabetes Month (November) is a nationwide screening campaign to test the UK's cats and dogs for diabetes. Diabetes is increasingly common in dogs and cats over 6 years of age, overweight pets and certain breeds. Luckily, diabetes can usually be easily diagnosed using a simple urine test.

Some pets are at higher risk than others – use this quick online assessment to see if your pet is at risk of diabetes. If your pet is at risk, get in touch with your veterinary practice and have your pet tested for diabetes.