Diabetes Education 2024 Watch the video about diabetes in pets and complete the quiz below! Name(Required) First Last Phone(Required)Valid Email(Required) Diabetes is a disorder that occurs when the body is unable to regulate blood sugar levels.(Required) True False Blood sugar or glucose is used by the body cells as a source of energy.(Required) True False Blood sugar is the same as the sugar found in food.(Required) True False Glucose is one result of the process of digestion of the food your pet eats.(Required) True False The glucose resulting from digestion is carried in the bloodstream all over your pet's body and your pet's cells use the glucose to provide energy for their function and survival.(Required) True False Insulin is the key that unlocks the door for glucose to get into the cell.(Required) True False Type 1 diabetes is found in dogs and can be caused due to genetics or problems with the pancreas that prevent it from producing insulin.(Required) True False Giving prescribed insulin injections and regular monitoring by your veterinarian is how diabetes is treated.(Required) True False Type 2 diabetes is found in cats and is typically due to being overweight. There's too much glucose for the cells to process and the cells will signal receptors NOT to allow the glucose in. This can cause resistance to insulin.(Required) True False Even though dogs can't get Type 2 diabetes, being overweight can make their diabetes harder to control.(Required) True False The best prevention for Type 2 diabetes is proper diet and exercise.(Required) True False Take your pet to the veterinarian if you notice which signs.(Required) Excessive appetite Excessive thirst Excessive urination Lethargy All of the above
