Prayer Request 17/01/06: Canine Diabetes

Glucose is our main source of energy. To function, it must travel from blood to cell. Its transport mode? Insulin.

Pancreas produces insulin. When the pancreas is not in good shape ~ due to genetics, old age or lifestyle ~ there is a lack of insulin. Thus glucose stays in the blood, bringing the blood sugar level to a high. This is called diabetes. The person will feel lethargic and get skinnier and skinnier because fat is broken down as alternative energy.

Dogs get diabetes too! For now, it seems that the only way to prolong the life of a dog with diabetes is to have insulin shot every day.

The vet says my dog has symptoms of a diabetic. His name is Fatty (he was born fat!). He is a happy, four-kilo, ten-year old Miniature Pincher. I know this might sound ridiculous but please pray for his healing. Thanks!