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Wednesday, March 01, 2006

Obesity Can Lead To Dog Diabetes

Obesity Can Lead To Dog Diabetes

It's a fact, dog Diabetes is on the rise. As more people join the ranks of the officially obese, they seem to be taking their pets right along with them. Fatty, sugary snacks are shared with man's best friend, causing obesity and leading to many of the same health threats that humans are at risk for, including Diabetes.

Dog Diabetes works the same as human Diabetes. The pancreas is unable to produce or properly utilize enough of the chemical known as insulin to break down excess sugar in the bloodstream. Dog Diabetes is the result, and it can have serious ramifications on your dog's health. Obesity is known to be a major factor in the onset of dog Diabetes.

Dog Diabetes makes it difficult for your dog to fight off even simple infections, and causes excess wear on the internal organs. The average life expectancy for a pet diagnosed with dog Diabetes is only two years.

While it is possible to manage dog Diabetes with diet modification and insulin, wouldn't it be better to offer your pet a healthier lifestyle and avoid dog Diabetes altogether?

You can help your pet avoid dog Diabetes by making sure he gets proper exercise, feeding him a sensible balance diet, and only giving him low fat treats like Healthy Baker Lite Dog Treats with no added sugar.

Dog Diabetes is a life threatening condition, so don't you owe it to your furry friends to give them a healthy lifestyle?

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