This study investigated the effect of different levels (low [LF], high) and types (insoluble [IF], soluble [SF]) of dietary fiber on glycemic control in 6 dogs with insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus induced with alloxan. They used a crossover study design so that each dog received each diet for 56 days using different diet sequences, and received 2 daily injections of pork lente insulin together with 50% of their daily caloric intake, adjusted to maintain the basal body weight. Mean postprandial glycemia was significantly lower in dogs fed IF and SF diets vs. LF diet.
Effects of dietary fibre supplementations on glycaemic control in dogs with alloxan induced diabetes mellitus.
Nelson, R.W. et al.