Diabetic Clinic

A diagnosis of diabetes can feel daunting. For many owners, the worry isn’t just about the condition itself, but how it will fit into everyday life – injections, monitoring, and the fear of getting something wrong.

Our Diabetic Clinic at Casey & Cranbourne Veterinary Hospital exists to make diabetes more manageable, without compromising care. We take a structured, calm approach to diabetic management, with the aim of achieving good control while keeping treatment realistic for families to maintain long-term.

Feline patients on insulin therapy require twice daily dosing. For suitable dog patients, we offer a carefully managed once-daily insulin protocol, supported by continuous glucose monitoring. This approach isn’t routine in general practice and requires close oversight, but for the right dog, it can significantly reduce daily stress while still providing safe, effective control.

Every diabetic patient begins with a thorough assessment to ensure the most appropriate plan is chosen. This includes reviewing diagnostic results, assessing suitability for different insulin protocols, and understanding what will be practical for you at home.

For most diabetic cats and dogs treated at the clinic, a continuous glucose monitoring sensor (Libre) is fitted. This is particularly important for dogs placed on the once daily protocol. This allows glucose levels to be tracked over time, rather than relying on occasional spot checks. During the initial adjustment period, data is reviewed regularly, and insulin doses are adjusted carefully based on patterns, not guesswork.

This close monitoring helps us fine-tune treatment while reducing the need for repeated clinic visits during the stabilisation phase.

Diabetes management doesn’t end once insulin therapy has started. Ongoing care typically includes regular blood tests, follow-up consultations and adjustments as your pets needs change over time.

Our team works closely together to ensure continuity of care, and we focus on clear communication, so you always understand how your pet is tracking and why any changes are being made. If other health issues arise or specialist input is needed at any stage, we’ll talk it through and coordinate next steps.

The goal is steady, sustainable control, and a good quality of life for both you and your pet.

If your pet has been diagnosed with diabetes and you’re looking for steady, experienced guidance, our Diabetic Clinic is here to help you work through management options with clarity and care.