I hope your doggy doesn't have diabetes. I'm not familiar with diabetes in dogs, but I do have a diabetic cat. Although the symptom you've described, I haven't heard being a symptom for cats either. Does she seem to drink an excessive amount? I just wanted to say that even if you do have to give the shots, they really aren't that bad. My cat never minded them, in fact he would come and let me know when it was time for his shot. That was mostly because he knew he got wet food after wards. Once you get used to giving them which just takes a day or two, you and Rita will be fine with them. It may also be that a change in diet could reduce or eliminate the need for insulin. My cat's diabetes is controlled by his diet now. Again, I'm not familiar with canine diabetes, but I just wanted to let you know even though you are very concerned now, diabetes is a very manageable and treatable condition. Keep us updated.