New York City, NY • Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM
Pet Diabetes Mellitus in New York City
Diabetes in dogs and cats requires lifelong insulin therapy, dietary management, and frequent monitoring. With good control, pets live full lives — but diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) is a life-threatening emergency.
For New York City pet parents: RexVet is licensed in New York and our veterinarians can manage diabetes for your pet by video — refills, monitoring, dose adjustments — all for $64.99 per visit.
- Per visit
- $64.99 flat
- Family Plan
- $120 / year
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- 4.9★ · 8,313 families
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- 501(c)(3) non-profit
Licensed in New York City, NY · Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM · Last updated 2026-06-24
Signs of diabetes in pets
- Increased thirst and urination
- Weight loss despite normal/increased appetite
- Cataracts (in dogs)
- Sweet-smelling breath
- Recurrent urinary tract infections
- Weakness or wobbliness (hypoglycemia or DKA)
- Vomiting and lethargy (DKA — emergency)
Standard treatment for diabetes
- Insulin — Vetsulin, ProZinc, glargine, or detemir
- Twice-daily injections (usually) — with food
- Prescription diabetic diet — low-carb wet food for cats
- FreeStyle Libre or BG curves for monitoring
- Fructosamine every 3 months
- Weight management
- Treat concurrent conditions (Cushing's, pancreatitis)
What a $64.99 RexVet video visit can do for New York City pet parents
Insulin and supply refills, FreeStyle Libre data review, diet transitions, dose adjustment based on home BG data, and complication monitoring are all strong telehealth use cases. Many stable diabetics need only quarterly in-person checkups.
Start a $64.99 video visit →For emergencies (severe lethargy, breathing distress, suspected toxin exposure), in-person ER care is required — New York City has multiple 24-hour clinics, and RexVet can triage by video first.
Manage your New York City pet's diabetes with a licensed New York vet
$64.99 flat — no membership, no subscription, no surge pricing. Same-day RexVetRx delivery in most New York City ZIPs.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a RexVet online vet treat my New York City pet's diabetes?
Yes — RexVet is licensed in New York, which includes New York City. Insulin and supply refills, FreeStyle Libre data review, diet transitions, dose adjustment based on home BG data, and complication monitoring are all strong telehealth use cases. Many stable diabetics need only quarterly in-person checkups. A $64.99 video visit gets you a New York-licensed vet who prescribes via RexVetRx (same-day delivery in most New York City ZIPs).
What are the signs of diabetes in pets?
Common signs: Increased thirst and urination; Weight loss despite normal/increased appetite; Cataracts (in dogs); Sweet-smelling breath; Recurrent urinary tract infections. New York City pet parents seeing these can review with a RexVet New York-licensed vet via $64.99 video visit.
How is diabetes treated?
Standard treatment: Insulin — Vetsulin, ProZinc, glargine, or detemir; Twice-daily injections (usually) — with food; Prescription diabetic diet — low-carb wet food for cats; FreeStyle Libre or BG curves for monitoring. Insulin and supply refills, FreeStyle Libre data review, diet transitions, dose adjustment based on home BG data, and complication monitoring are all strong telehealth use cases. Many stable diabetics need only quarterly in-person checkups.
When does my New York City pet need in-person care?
Initial diagnosis (bloodwork), insulin dose curves, DKA crises, and complicated cases need in-person. Stable diabetic management, refills, dose adjustments based on home glucometry, and routine monitoring are excellent telehealth fits.
Where can I get my New York City pet's prescriptions filled?
RexVet's in-house pharmacy (RexVetRx) delivers same-day in most New York City ZIP codes. Alternatively, prescriptions can be transferred to any local pharmacy. Refills can be managed entirely by $64.99 video visit.
How fast can I see a New York-licensed vet for my New York City pet?
Most New York City pet parents are connected to a New York-licensed veterinarian within minutes of booking, 24/7. No membership, no subscription — every visit is $64.99 flat.
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Medical review by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM
Chief Executive Officer & Lead Veterinarian, RexVet. Licensed in Florida, New York, and Virginia.
This page is an educational reference and does not replace veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your individual pet.