What are the signs of hypoglycemia and why does it happen?
Hypoglycemia means low blood glucose. When the blood glucose level drops, your dog will become tired and lethargic (has no energy). When it gets below 40 mg/dl, your dog may collapse and loose consciousness; he may even have seizures (convulsions). Persistent severe hypoglycemia can be life threatening, so it is something you should be on the lookout for in your diabetic dog. It is better for the blood glucose to be too high than too low. Hypoglycemia in a diabetic dog occurs because the insulin dose given is too high for the dog’s needs. Here are some situations in which this could occur: Your dog’s insulin requirements have changed, yet the same dose is given Most dogs do fine for months or years on the same insulin dose, but it is possible for a dog’s insulin requirements to change over time. This is why daily home monitoring and periodic veterinary monitoring are important. Your dog didn’t eat all of his meal, yet the same insulin dose was given If your dog did not eat his meal, sk
