Introduction. Canine Diabetes Has Become A Common Health

Introduction Canine diabetes has become a common health concern in recent years, affecting twenty-two to forty percent of the canine population globally (German, 2006). Dogs diagnosed with diabetes are typically classified as insulin-resistant or insulin-deficient, these two categories are commonly referred to as type 1 diabetes. The difference between the two main types of canine diabetes is the body’s inability to respond to insulin, insulin-resistant, or the inability to produce insulin, insulin-deficient. Presently, there is no evidence of type 2 diabetes in the canine model (Short et al., 2009). Type 2 diabetes is the most common type to affect humans and is often a result of obesity. Type 2 DM can be managed through diet and avoid†¦show more content†¦Evidence uncovered by research focused on the genetic markers of diabetes mellitus shows different genetic markers depending on the breed of dog. Genetic markers are also influenced by the specific type of diabetes (Short et al ., 2009). That is to say a dog with insulin-deficient diabetes may have a different allele altered than a dog with insulin-resistant diabetes. There is some evidence that certain dogs could have a genetic trait which produces antibodies to the naturally occurring b-cells. When this occurs, the body’s white blood cells are destroying the b-cells or the insulin that binds to the b-cells preventing the uptake of insulin (Rand et al., 2004). According to collected data from numerous studies, some breeds are considered to be at-risk for diabetes (Catchpole et al., 2005, German, 2006, Short et al., 2009, Rand et al., 2004). This corresponds with the information gathered concerning genetic predisposition for diabetes; it is logical for a particular breed with a particular affected allele would have a higher prevalence of diabetes than those breeds in which a genetic marker for diabetes is not present. The breeds most likely to develop diabetes are: Cairn Terriers and Samoyeds are the most likely breeds to develop diabetes. Miniature Poodles, Collies, King Charles Cocker Spaniels, and Schnauzers are at a slightly elevated risk. Labradors, German Shepard’s, and mixed breeds do notShow MoreRelatedCats: Domestic Cat11027 Words   |  45 Pagesdomesticated carnivorous mammal. It is valued by humans for its companionship and its ability to destroy vermin. A skilled predator, the cat is known to hunt over 1,000 species for food. Intelligent, the cat can be trained to obey simple commands, and has been known to teach itself to manipulate simple mechanisms (see cat intelligence). The trinomial name of the domestic cat is Felis silvestris catus. Its closest pre-domesticated ancestor is believed to be the African wild cat, Felis silvestris lybicaRead MoreDieting Makes People Fat Essay19490 Words   |  78 Pages WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DOLL? For me, my favorite doll is stitch. Stitch,aka experiment 626, is one mischievous alien!. Thankfully, he has Lilo around to calm him down. Maybe someday hell know the different between good or bad.I really love him  . Lilo amp; Stitch is a 2002 American animated science fiction/family film produced by Walt Disney Feature Animation and released on June 21, 2002.   Kullasatree 010 3EN   WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE DRINK? I love to drink strawberry yogurt smoothie about 2-3Read MoreAustralian Beverages Limited13348 Words   |  54 PagesExam case Australian Beverages Limited Pre-seen information Semester 1 2010 Australian Beverages Limited — Pre-seen information A. Introduction to Australian Beverages Limited — March 2010 Australian Beverages Limited (ABL) commenced soft drink manufacturing in 1937. During the 1970s and 1980s, the company expanded its beverage portfolio by entering into other non-alcoholic beverage categories, such as fruit and milk-based drinks. Entry into the snack food market was recently undertaken inRead More_x000C_Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis355457 Words   |  1422 PagesIntroduction to Statistics and Data Analysis This page intentionally left blank Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis Third Edition Roxy Peck California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Chris Olsen George Washington High School, Cedar Rapids, IA Jay Devore California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo Australia †¢ Brazil †¢ Canada †¢ Mexico †¢ Singapore †¢ Spain †¢ United Kingdom †¢ United States Introduction to Statistics and Data Analysis, Third