Quiz - Diabetes mellitus in dogs

1. What clinical signs are characteristic of diabetes mellitus in dogs?
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Polydipsia, polyuria and polyphagia.
Polydipsia and polyuria accompanied by low urine S.G.
Polyphagia and general hair loss.

2. The most common possible complication seen in diabetic dogs is:
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Hind limb wasting and weakness.
Diabetic cataracts.
Chronic renal failure.

3. Normal blood glucose levels in non-diabetic healthy dogs are approximately:
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3.5-6.1 mmol/l or 63.1-109.1 mg/dl.
8.1- 12.5 mmol/l or 145.8-225 mg/dl
1.5 -3.2 mmol/l or 27- 57.6 mg/dl

4. A suitable diet for a diabetic dog is:
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High in omega-3 fatty acids and low in protein.
Restricted fat content, a good quality protein source and adequate fibre.
As varied a diet as possible.

5. Why should diabetic bitches be spayed?
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High levels of oestrogen cause insulin resistance.
High levels of progesterone cause insulin resistance.
None of the above.

6. How long does it usually take to stabilise a diabetic dog?
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9-12 months
1-3 days
3-6 months

7. The Somogyi effect (rebound hyperglycaemia) is caused by:
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An inadequate insulin dose
An insulin dose that is too high.
The development of antibodies against insulin.

8. Why do dogs with Cushing’s disease often develop diabetes mellitus?
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High levels of cortisol cause polyuria
High levels of cortisol damage the endocrine pancreas.
High levels of cortisol lead to insulin resistance.