Monitoring methods for dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus

Audrey K Cook

doi:10.1177/193229681200600302

Monitoring methods for dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus

J Diabetes Sci Technol. 2012 May 1;6(3):491-5. doi: 10.1177/193229681200600302.

Author

Audrey K Cook¹

Affiliation

¹ Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences, Texas A&M University, College Station, Texas 77843, USA. akcook@cvm.tamu.edu

Abstract

Effective monitoring is essential for the management of dogs and cats with diabetes mellitus. However, methods for evaluating glycemic control must be tailored to meet both the needs of the patient and the expectations of the owner. This article discusses the philosophies that drive blood glucose monitoring in veterinary diabetics and review common practices. The advantages and limitations of the various options are presented.

Publication types

Review

MeSH terms

Animals
Blood Glucose / metabolism*
Blood Glucose Self-Monitoring / instrumentation
Blood Glucose Self-Monitoring / veterinary*
Cat Diseases / blood
Cat Diseases / diagnosis*
Cat Diseases / therapy
Cats
Diabetes Mellitus / blood
Diabetes Mellitus / diagnosis
Diabetes Mellitus / therapy
Diabetes Mellitus / veterinary*
Dog Diseases / blood
Dog Diseases / diagnosis*
Dog Diseases / therapy
Dogs
Equipment Design
Predictive Value of Tests
Prognosis

Substances

Blood Glucose