Daily life with a diabetic pet
Most of living with a diabetic pet is routine, planning and the occasional hard conversation. These guides cover the rhythm of the day, handing care to someone else, and looking after yourself as well.
Guides on daily life with a diabetic pet
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Exercise & Routine for a Diabetic Pet
How exercise affects a diabetic dog or cat's blood sugar, why routine is everything, and how to avoid exercise-related hypos.
4 min read
Can I leave my diabetic dog or cat with a sitter?
Who can look after a diabetic pet while you are away, what to ask a sitter, whether they can be left overnight, plus a handover sheet to fill in with your vet.
4 min read
When caring for a diabetic pet feels overwhelming
Managing a diabetic pet takes a real toll on owners, and research confirms it. Why the strain you're feeling is documented, normal, and worth taking seriously.
3 min read
How long can a dog or cat live with diabetes?
What UK data shows about survival after a diabetes diagnosis in dogs and cats, why published medians run lower than owners expect, and the one thing that moves them.
6 min read
When things are getting harder, quality of life and difficult decisions
How to think through a diabetic pet's quality of life, what to ask your vet, and where to find support if you're facing the hardest decision.
4 min read
Tools and next steps
- Travel and sitter handover checklist
A printable list for holidays, boarding and pet sitters.
- The Mello app
Two people, one record, so handovers are clearer.
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Mello is a tracking tool, so your vet is always the one to ask.