11/08/2026
November is National Pet Diabetes Month 🩸🐾
Did you know that diabetic pets can develop a life-threatening emergency called Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)? DKA occurs when diabetes becomes uncontrolled, leading to severe dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and the buildup of dangerous ketones in the body.
Common signs may include: 🔹 Increased thirst and urination
🔹 Loss of appetite
🔹 Vomiting
🔹 Lethargy or weakness
🔹 Weight loss
Learn more about DKA and its warning signs here: https://veterinarypartner.vin.com/default.aspx?pid=19239&catId=254068&id=4952917
At Rochester Emergency Veterinary Services (REVS), we are here to support your diabetic pets when urgent or emergency care is needed. Whether your pet has been recently diagnosed, is experiencing complications, or requires emergency treatment for DKA, our team is available to provide compassionate, expert care when every minute matters.
This National Pet Diabetes Month, help us spread awareness and ensure diabetic pets receive the care they need to live happy, healthy lives. ❤️🐾
Ketoacidosis is one of the most extreme complications of diabetes mellitus that can be experienced. Unfortunately, most cases of ketoacidosis are in patients who were not previously known to be diabetic so the owner and pet must deal with two serious diagnoses at the same time.