Diabetic Diet & Blood Gluecose

1. Tippman Said,

   I would take a look at IAMS. They make a good food for these types of diets. Good Luck

   1. NATURAL IS BEST. The natural diet for dogs historically was raw meat and some rotting vegetable matter and even eggs (including shells). This is why dogs in the past (before modern manufacturing introduced intensive processing) actually did very well on scraps as long as they included some raw meat. Including sardines in the mix can add essential fatty acids which provide additional protection against the onset of diabetes as well as giving a beautiful shine to the coat and providing much needed nutrition.

   2. AVOID MOST DRY DOG FOODS. Most dry dog food brands are made up mainly of simple carbohydrates and lack the essential moisture for good kidney health. There are some dry diabetic dog foods that are safe and healthy, however these tend to also be organic products and need to be sourced carefully. Dry diabetic dog food should never be the sole form of nutrition but can be included in the diet if they are low in simple carbohydrates and high in protein and vegetables.

   3. CANNED DOG FOODS MUST BE LOW CARBOHYDRATE AND LOW SODIUM. If you must use canned diabetic dog food, it must be high in protein, low in carbohydrate and low in sodium. It should also be organic and free of dangerous toxins. When a dog has diabetes, his liver function is also usually affected and his immune system is unable to deal with the usual additives found in commercial diabetic dog food.
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2. Bluemoose Said,

   I don’t know if these foods make a formula specifically for diabetic dogs but you can look into them. They are all high quality foods made without fillers or by products. If all else fails, I’d recommend looking into feeding raw.

   High Quality Foods:
   Orijen- http://www.orijen.ca/orijen/about/
   Natura (Innova, EVO, California Natural)- http://www.naturapet.com/
   Blue Buffalo- http://www.bluebuff.com/
   Merrick- http://www.merrickpetcare.com/
   Canidae- http://www.canidae.com/
   Solid Gold- http://www.solidgoldhealth.com/
   Wellness Core- http://www.wellnesspetfood.com/dog_wellness_grain_index.html
   Natural Balance- http://www.naturalbalanceinc.com/
   Taste of the Wild- http://www.tasteofthewildpetfood.com/
   Chicken Soup for the Dog Lover’s Soul- http://www.chickensoupforthepetloverssoul.com/
   Or go raw- http://www.dogguide.net/raw-diet-basics.php

   http://www.dogfoodproject.com/index.php?page=betterproducts
   http://www.dogfoodanalysis.com/dog_food_reviews/
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3. haloween games Said,

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   Cook the whole grain by following the directions on the package. Choose grains cooked just with water.
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   Step 2

   Cook the meat thoroughly. Dice it into chunks it for larger dogs or grind it for smaller dogs. Brown it in a skillet and drain off any rendered fat.
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   Step 3

   Chop or grate the vegetables, but leave them raw. Heat destroys or alters many vegetables’ nutrients.
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   Step 4

   Combine equal parts of the cooked grain, browned meat and raw vegetables with a quarter part of cottage cheese or yogurt. For example, combine 1 cup of cooked grain, 1 cup of cooked meat, 1 cup of raw vegetable and 1/4 cup cottage cheese or yogurt. The serving size depends on your dog’s caloric needs, which your vet will help you determine.
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   Step 5

   Refrigerate or freeze leftovers. Cooked parts can be stored for up to three days in the fridge or for a few months in the freezer. Most vegetables can be safely frozen. In general, vegetables and cottage cheese should be stored separately in the fridge and used before they spoil.

   Tips & Warnings

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   Always work with your vet when formulating a homemade diet for your diabetic dog. Your vet will make sure that your dog is getting all the necessary nutrients and will prescribe supplements and medicinal treatments based on this specific diet. Canned or frozen vegetables can often be substituted for fresh, especially during the off-season.
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   Consistency is important to a healthy diet, especially for a diabetic dog. A change in diet will change the blood sugar levels with which your dog’s insulin prescription is measured to work. If you need to change your dog’s diet for any reason, alert your vet. Dogs cannot eat all the things that people can. Avocado, garlic, onions, grapes, raisins, macadamia nuts, chocolate, coffee, yeast dough and food containing the sweetener xylitol can be toxic to dogs.
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4. Aussies are my ? Dogs Said,

   Raw, prey model. Do a lot of research, but I think this would be best.
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5. OMC Said,

   Personally I would go for a raw diet, as they will not have any added carbohydrates to raise the blood sugar. Raw isn’t for everyone, but you may want to give that a try. If not the next option would be to find a dry food that is high in protein and low in carbohydrates. You will most likely need to compare ingredient lists. These foods will be your higher end, holistic/organic foods. There are vets who specialize in nutrition who take a more holistic approach. These vets typically don’t push Science Diet, and will recommend higher end dry and raw diets.
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6. Jeff Said,

   You defiantly want to get all grains out of your dogs diet. They turn to sugar in your dogs digestion and that is not good for diabetics. If you are willing to make home cooked meals I would recommend Petmix. It is a collection of dehydrated nutrients you add meat and water to. it also has 20% protein before you add meat. It works great for my dog with food allergies. I recommend making it with ground turkey or lamb because they have a lower fat content than ground beef or chicken. You can read more about Petmix or dog nutrition at the website.
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   http://www.k9criticalcare.com

7. Anthony Said,

   A healthy and often strict diet is an essential part of your pet’s diabetes treatment, and in some cases, a change in diet is the only necessary treatment to control blood sugar-levels. A low-carbohydrate diet, which is commonly recommended for diabetics, will help to reduce the amount of insulin your pet will need and it will help to keep blood-sugar levels stable.

   Fats and proteins are more suitable as they are metabolized into blood-sugar at a slower rate than carbohydrates, thus reducing the sugar highs often experienced after meal times. The diet most often recommended for diabetic dogs is a low-fat, moderate-carb, and high-fiber diet.

   Along with an appropriate diet your diabetic pet should eat at the same time each day at least twice a day, or smaller amounts at multiple intervals. Many pets have timed feedings according to their insulin shots so ask your veterinarian to advise what feeding schedule will be most appropriate.

   Natural herbal remedies have shown to be successful in management of diabetes by helping to control blood sugar levels whilst preventing some of the nerve and tissue damage often associated with the condition. Natural ingredients such as Chromium picolinate, Goat’s Rue, Trigonella foenum have been shown to be highly successful in helping maintain blood-sugar levels while reducing the risks of insulin resistance.

   Additional herbs can also be used to combat some of the negative effects of diabetes such as Bilberry, which works to promote eye health and Astragalus which works to increase vitality and promote a healthy immune system. Natural herbal and homeopathic remedies can be used either alone or alongside conventional treatments to help manage your pet’s diabetes.

   YOu may get details on these tips & remedies over here http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/pets/glucoensure-normal-blood-sugar-levels-cats-dogs.htm and http://www.healthherbsandnutrition.com/pets/pancreasbooster-cats-dogs.htm
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