Diabetes mellitus in dogs
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar due to lack of, or resistance to, insulin. Signs include increased thirst, urination, hunger and weight loss. It usually requires lifelong insulin and dietary management.
5 of the 155 breeds we track are commonly associated with Diabetes mellitus, including Finnish Lapphund, Miniature Schnauzer, Polish Lowland Sheepdog, Samoyed. Across these breeds median lifespans range from 11.3 to 13.8 years.
Diabetes mellitus in dogs: quick facts
- Type
- metabolic condition
- Breeds affected
- 5 of the 155 breeds we track
- Severity (as scored)
- Standard hereditary condition
Plain-English definitions of these terms are on the glossary. On the Breed Health Score, Diabetes mellitus is weighted as a standard hereditary condition within a breed's overall burden. This describes how our data weights the condition, not a diagnosis.
Breeds commonly associated with Diabetes mellitus (5), ranked by health score
Related metabolic conditions
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Note. Breed associations are compiled from RVC VetCompass / AKC / PDSA and are indicative, not a diagnosis or veterinary advice. Browse all conditions or the breed directory.