https://firstlightdog.com/ Guides for owners of diabetic dogs, written by an owner whose dog has diabetes. Not a vet. en Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT https://firstlightdog.com/guides/signs-of-diabetes-in-dogs/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/signs-of-diabetes-in-dogs/ Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT The early signs of diabetes in dogs, how to check them at home, which signs mean see a vet today, what the vet will test, and the illnesses that can look… https://firstlightdog.com/guides/dog-drinking-a-lot-and-peeing-more/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/dog-drinking-a-lot-and-peeing-more/ Sat, 07 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT The everyday reasons a dog drinks more, the illnesses vets check for, how to measure it at home, which signs mean call the vet today, and what to do if your… https://firstlightdog.com/guides/the-twelve-hour-day/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/the-twelve-hour-day/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT How to run a diabetic dog's day around your vet's written plan: meal and insulin times, giving the injection, storing insulin, late or doubled shots, travel… https://firstlightdog.com/guides/food-without-a-number/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/food-without-a-number/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT Picking a food, keeping meals the same, treats, fussy days, and when a dog who won't eat needs a call to your vet. https://firstlightdog.com/guides/notes-and-curves/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/notes-and-curves/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT Checking your diabetic dog at home: choosing a meter, getting a drop of blood, curves, sensors, urine strips and notes your vet can use. https://firstlightdog.com/guides/diabetic-dog-health-problems-and-ageing/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/diabetic-dog-health-problems-and-ageing/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT Daily life, weight and walks, eyes, other illnesses and medicines, getting older and the end of life, with what to watch for and when to call your vet. https://firstlightdog.com/guides/starting-out-with-a-diabetic-dog/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/starting-out-with-a-diabetic-dog/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT From the diagnosis to a settled routine: what the tests mean, what to ask before you go home, how insulin and supplies work, and what the first weeks really… https://firstlightdog.com/guides/when-the-day-goes-wrong/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/when-the-day-goes-wrong/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT How to spot an emergency or a low, what to do first, what to tell the vet, and which answers only your own vet can give. https://firstlightdog.com/guides/working-with-your-vet-and-getting-support/ https://firstlightdog.com/guides/working-with-your-vet-and-getting-support/ Fri, 06 Nov 2026 06:00:00 GMT How to find the right vet, get the most from check-ups, handle second opinions and mixed advice, and look after yourself while you care for a diabetic dog.