The Libre Difference

Because we want the best possible care for our diabetic patients, we have adapted the Libre continuous glucose monitor for our animal patients. Historically we did “blood glucose curves” where the patient stayed in clinic thru the day and the patient’s blood glucose was monitored every 1-2 hours with a small poke and drop of blood collection. The limitations of this method included just 8-10 hours of data, repeat pokes, and stress to the animal leaving its home and staying in the clinic. Stress and subtle changes from their normal environment can play a huge role in the pet’s response to insulin.