What is arthritis? Osteoarthritis is the number one cause of chronic pain in dogs, affecting one in five adult dogs, with the incidence more than doubling in dogs seven years and older. It is a degenerative disease that causes pain, loss of mobility, and a decreased quality of life. Dogs can develop other types of […]

The benefit comes as relief from pain and improvement in general mobility. Usually the improvement in these conditions is gradual and progressive; it is also usually long lasting and not temporary. Normally, the first thing to be noticed is a reduction in pain, which is then followed by gradual improvement in grip strength, freedom of […]

Dog owners as well as the veterinarians rarely notice the early symptoms as dogs hide their soreness and discomfort until it is very late to treat the condition. Glucosamine, chondroiton sulfate and many other such supplements are used to treat arthritis in dogs. Supplements included in a dogs diet like glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, omega3-fatty acids, […]

There are different ways to help ease his pain. Your vet will recommend medication based on the current health problem and your dog’s health history. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, or NSAIDs, help reduce swelling, stiffness, and joint pain for your dog. They can bring relief to a dog with arthritis, or one who’s just had surgery. Never […]

Many of the same treatments available for people suffering from arthritis are also available for dogs. The main focus of the treatment is to control a dog’s pain level and increase its movement and joint function. We should also try to slow down the degeneration of the joint and enhance the cartilage repair process. There […]