25/08/2026
🐾 Could It Be Diabetes? Know the Signs. 🐾
Diabetes is a condition we see in both dogs and cats, and while the diagnosis can feel overwhelming at first, with the right treatment and support, many pets go on to live happy, healthy lives.
Common signs to look out for include: 💧 Increased thirst
🚽 More frequent urination
😴 Lethargy or low energy
⚖️ Unexplained weight loss
🍽️ Changes in appetite
These were exactly the signs Suzi's family noticed:
⭐️ Client Story ⭐️
"I knew something wasn't right with Suzi. She was lethargic, drinking constantly, needing the toilet all the time, and just seemed low, almost sad in herself."
After visiting our team at Vets for Pets Slough, Suzi was diagnosed with diabetes and quickly started treatment.
"She started insulin by day four, and the improvement was almost immediate. The weight loss had been the most frightening part of all this, so seeing her start to gain it back was such a relief."
With the help of insulin therapy and a Libre glucose monitor fitted and adjusted by our RVN team, Suzi's family can closely monitor her glucose levels and help keep her diabetes well controlled.
Today, Suzi is back to playing, eating well, and enjoying life.
"We're confident she can live a full and happy life. Huge thanks to the whole team at Vets for Pets Slough for their compassion, speed and expertise in making a diagnosis that sounds so frightening on paper feel so much more manageable in reality."
💕 Thank you to Suzi's family for allowing us to share her story.
If you've noticed increased drinking, weight loss, or changes in your pet's behaviour, don't ignore the signs. Early diagnosis can make all the difference.
📞 Contact Vets for Pets Slough if you have any concerns about your pet's health.