If your dog is suddenly drinking and urinating excessively, you might worry about diabetes. But there’s another, less common condition that could be to blame: diabetes insipidus.
Diabetes insipidus (DI) in dogs is a rare disorder that impacts water balance, not blood sugar. This is a key difference between DI and diabetes mellitus, which does affect blood sugar.
DI happens when there’s a problem with antidiuretic hormone (ADH), which regulates how much water the kidneys conserve. There are two main types: central diabetes insipidus (CDI) and nephrogenic diabetes insipidus (NDI).
This article will give you a comprehensive overview of diabetes insipidus in dogs, including what causes it, the symptoms to look for, how it’s diagnosed, and the treatment options available.