My diabetic dog is peeing a lot after insulin. What should I do?

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Just found out my dog (50lbs) is a diabetic. She was peeing while sleeping so we got her check. First 2-3 days on 5mls 2times a day she was great barely any pee. Now she has started peeing again during the night and day. Not just a little bit. A lot. And she is always wanting to be outside. What should I do? Does she need more insulin? Or should I give her a snack before bed? Pet's info: Dog | Australian Shepherd | Female | spayed | 55 lbs

Sara Farmer, DVM · Accepted Answer

I would not recommend changing the insulin dose without contacting your veterinarian first. If it has only been a few days since Sydney started insulin she may still need time to see if this dose is appropriate - don’t get discouraged! Dogs with diabetes are also much more likely to develop urinary tract infections, so you may want to have your vet check a urine sample next time she has a visit. It is best to feed a diabetic dog just twice a day at the same time as the insulin injections so I would not recommend a snack before bed.

My diabetic dog is peeing a lot after insulin. What should I do?

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