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Typically, a normal range for a feline pet is 80mg/dL to 120mg/dL. If you are using a Western Country measurement (mmoles/L), then there is a conversion link you can use: www.felinediabetes.com/bg-convert.htm. Ultimately, blood glucose readings on any patient are variable, so I would consult with your regular veterinarian on the appropriate range for your pet.

I am not familiar with how effective an ice pack can help to reduce pain for your pet's injection site. However, I do find that distracting them with treats, food, or scratches and pets on the head can deter them from the shock of the injection. You can also desensitize the area by scratching or patting the site prior to administering the injection. Be sure to always alternate where you administer your insulin injections to prevent soreness. The easiest site for injections is between the shoulder blades, but you can also administer your insulin dose in the left or right shoulders as well as the left or right hip areas. Hope this helps.

@@ManchacaVet It does. Thanks!

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Hi there. Good question. A pet can become positive at essentially any time if they are exposed to one of these viruses. Just because they are negative at one point doesn’t automatically mean they will remain negative for the rest of their life, it just simply means they aren’t positive right then and there. I like to compare this to COVID in humans; you could test negative at one point but if exposed to the virus later down the road then you will now become positive. If one cat in the house is positive then I agree it’s best to have all the cats tested, but I would make that same recommendation even if all the cats were healthy, as this is a test that should be performed as part of annual wellness lab work in all cats. Hope this helps!

He is quite calm. Can you imagine how exciting this video would become if he DID begin to move??

That is not a real dog, it's a dummy

@@erikafarkasart I don't think it is politically correct to call them dummies. I think Real Life Challanged is the proper way to refer to them

@@erikafarkasartNo... really?? 😂

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Hi there. Typically, you would do readings for blood glucose curves if the pet is acting abnormally. Otherwise, you may want to do readings every 6 months if you are monitoring. If you are, in fact, performing a blood glucose curve for evaluation, you would want to obtain a reading before feeding your pet in the morning and then continue readings in 120 minute intervals for about 12 hours. Your veterinarian may want a blood glucose curve every 6 months. Consult with your veterinarian on your curve readings to determine if your pet's insulin dose needs to be adjusted. If your pet is acting abnormal and showing signs of hyper or hypoglycemia, you will want to obtain a reading and report to your veterinarian.

Hi there. Appreciate that feedback!

It could be normal if your corgi's BG is high and this is the highest reading the FreeStyle will measure. It can take 7-10 days for your pet's BG to regulate on an insulin dose. I would recommend taking your pet to your Vet to see if they can use an AlphaTrak measuring system to compare their results to yours if you have concerns.

@@ManchacaVet Thsnk you~ they didn’t tell us it couldn’t read higher. Well he has been on insulin 2 weeks on Sunday. I don’t think it’s working~ 5 units. I’ll email his vet, ugh! Thank you

​@@CoyoteCrossingSanctuaryDid you end up finding the solution?

@@Shak22B Sadly no~ apparently his sugar was so high it wouldn’t read. Giving him shots daily and the vet adjusting it for months, his sugar never regulated. He ended up having severe seizures. We had to put him down right before Christmas. He was 13 but still he was my corgi baby. I can tell you I’m a naturalist and through my research. I’m pretty sure it’s the manufactured dog food. Dog food didn’t used to be a thing….

Hi Jon! The only editing that took place was the elimination of unnecessary dialogue following the poke at 3:11. We recommend the ear because it is less sensitive and much easier to sample when your dog is moving. No "jumping," just not the best editing! 🙂 If you are a client of ours, feel free to stop by and we'd be happy to show you how quick this is with your pet. Have a great day!

Why? That would be more painful for the dog. Do you enjoy seing them in pain? Do you have a diabetic dog?

Great question! At this point I would think you are fine to introduce the stray cat to your household, given he is overall healthy. If you haven't already, I would recommend scheduling a physical exam as well as full-body blood and urine testing (evaluating things beyond just FeLV / FIV) with your veterinarian before officially introducing into the household just to make sure no other medical issues are occurring but, generally speaking, you should be fine. To your point, technically you can have cats with FeLV but still test negative but that is incredibly uncommon and they are usually quite sick so you often times have an idea that something is going on with the cat. Hope this helps.

HI there! While it is only available with a prescription, and is designed for human use, your veterinarian is able to prescribe this reader for your dog if they determine that it is something your pet could use. Talk to your veterinarian about which glucose monitor would be best for your dog.

Thank you for that feedback. We will try and get a closer shot next time.

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Hello! We are sorry to hear you have had trouble. Are you a client of ours? If so, we would be more than happy to have you come in so we can work through the troubles with you. Please call us at 512-838-2273 if you are local, or send us an email to our manager at leta@manchacavet.com to let us know who you are and how we can contact you. We want to help make this easier. Thank you.

It really is helpful! Hope it works well for your dog.

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Hello! Dr. Lubitz says, Sileo is used for anxiety so we do recommend it for situations, like travel, where the pet could become agitated. We cannot say how every individual pet will react, but it will provide a calming effect without being a sedative. Definitely talk to your veterinarian if you have concerns. Thanks for watching! --MVVC