The focus of this segment is how veterinarians can empower pet owners in the management of a diabetic pet, and various options (some old and some new) to consider for at home monitoring.
Discussion includes:
- Use of urine dipsticks for monitoring glucose and ketones
- Use of urine glucose measurements as a guide for adjusting insulin doses
- Blood glucose monitoring options
- Interpretation of reported blood glucose values
Running time: 15 mins
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