Holiday Pet Health Guide: Prevent Diabetes, Boost Longevity for Your Dog and Cat

Pet diabetes is rising faster than most pet parents realize—and too often, it’s diagnosed when it’s already advanced. In this must-listen episode of Unleashed Curiosity, host Donie Yamamoto, founder of Vital Pet Life, sits down with Dr. Amber De Silva, DVM to break down what every dog and cat parent needs to know now to protect their pet’s long-term health.

As we head into a new year filled with fresh starts (and plenty of treats), this conversation dives deep into why diabetes is becoming more common in pets, how it affects dogs and cats differently, and the early warning signs that are easy to miss—like increased thirst, frequent urination, unexplained weight loss, sticky urine, and constant hunger.
Dr. Amber explains what’s happening inside your pet’s body, from insulin resistance in cats to autoimmune-driven diabetes in dogs, using clear, relatable examples. You’ll learn which breeds and ages are most at risk, how obesity and nutrition play a critical role, and which simple daily habits can significantly reduce your pet’s chances of developing diabetes.

This episode also covers:
 • The most important lifestyle changes pet parents can make today
 • Bloodwork markers to ask your vet about (including the pet equivalent of A1C)
 • Whether diabetes can be reversed in cats
 • Holiday foods and everyday treats to avoid
 • What to do immediately if you suspect your pet is at risk

If you want your dog or cat to live a longer, healthier, happier life—and you believe prevention starts with knowledge—this episode is for you.

🎧 Listen now, share with a fellow pet parent, and start the year empowered to make better health choices for the pets you love.

Unleashed Curiosity Podcast about Dog and Cat Health by Vital Pet Life

You may also listen here to our previous episode 🎙️ https://smartlink.ausha.co/unleashedcuriosity/breaking-it-down-with-dr-amber-why-gut-health-is-the-key-to-your-pet-s-happiness-a-podcast-for-dogs-taking

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