Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders20ANIMAL MODELS OF DIABETES.2929MohsenEIMEN-SHAHIDIHosseinHOSSEINZADEH20151005In this article, we review animal models of types 1 and 2 diabetes mellitus.  Models of type 1 diabetes are discussed in two parts, genetic and chemical.  Models of  type 2 diabetes are discussed in four parts - rat and mouse models, dietary induction, and selective breeding.  Models are assessed regarding metabolic disturbances, the condition of the pancreas, long-term complications, and research benefits.https://jdmd.tums.ac.ir/index.php/jdmd/article/view/29