Tears at What Senior Dog Still Tries to Do After Losing Vision to Diabetes
Summary
A TikTok video highlights the struggles of a senior dog named Oreo who lost his vision due to diabetes. The dog's owner, Joe LaMancuso, discusses managing Oreo's condition, including insulin shots and a special diet, and how Oreo is adapting to his new world.Key Facts
- Oreo is a 12-year-old dog with diabetes, which has led to sudden blindness.
- Diabetes in dogs is often diagnosed as diabetes mellitus or sugar diabetes.
- Dogs usually get diagnosed after age five and can develop serious complications if not treated early.
- About 75% of diabetic dogs develop cataracts, which can cause blindness if not treated.
- LaMancuso gives Oreo insulin shots and a special diet to manage his diabetes.
- Oreo is learning to adjust to his blindness, though his hearing is also deteriorating.
- The TikTok video about Oreo has received over 101,400 views and numerous supportive comments.
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