diabetes insipidus symptoms dogs
Diabetes Insipidus in Dogs. Diabetes insipidus (DI) is a rare disorder that affects water metabolism, preventing the body from conserving water and releasing too much of it. This condition is characterized by increased urination, dilute urine (so-called insipid, or dull urine), and increased thirst and drinking.
Other common symptoms seen in dogs with DI include: 1  Increased urination (polyuria). 2  Increased drinking (polydipsia). 3  Decreased urination with dehydration. 4  Housesoilingâoccasional. 5  Poor hair coat.