Hi there and thanks for the post.
I love topics where it is more of a science than an art. I can give you some general advice but in the end it will be her vet that knows best as they have seen the dog.
Canine diabetes unlike cat diabetes often doesn't cure. Medication is vital and as tanja pointed out there are different types of insulin. In general twice a day injections are far better as they maintain glucose at a safe level much better.
That said if she can't inject the dog it is better it gets some rather than none. Once a day treatment is possible but talk to your vet about it.
As for other things - a constant envirnoment is really important. The amount of food and exercise should be a constant. Sudden changes and variation can do a lot of harm so keep things constant.
There are some foods that can reduce the amount of insulin that is required. Fibre as well as foods reduced in carbohydrate are brilliant. I love Hills Prescription Diet W/D but talk to your vet about what they think is great.
Good luck and hope things go well
Todd
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