NSAIDS are usually the first line of treatment suggested for cats. They are not approved for long-term pain management, but certain ones are cleared for short-term use in cats. They are a pill robenacoxib, which is also available as an injection, Meloxicam is another NSAID that’s injected, usually after surgery. It can also be administered […]

Once the cartilage in the dog’s joints has been damaged it rarely repairs itself completely. The good news is many pets can successfully be made pain free by appropriate use of medication and sensible management to control further damage. Some dogs cope well with severe arthritis leading full and active lives without any veterinary intervention […]

Dietary supplements like glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate are effective as over-the-counter products like treats, sprinkles and liquids they help to protect and repair cartilage, improve the quality of joint fluid, effectively lubricating joints and easing pain. Important food supplements like animal based protein helps in the production of cartilage that protects the joints. Cats sometimes […]

Many dogs and cats receive vitamins or supplements daily along with diet. The most common are multivitamins, supplements to support arthritic joints, fatty acids to reduce shedding and improve the coat’s shine, probiotics to alleviate gastrointestinal problems or antioxidants to counteract the effects of aging, such as cognitive dysfunction. Most dogs receive a complete and balanced […]

Small dogs suffer from degenerative diseases that create joint pain as well Legg-Calve Perthes Disease or LCPD which affects small breeds like Miniature Poodles, Yorkshire Terriers and West Highland White Terriers. LCPD is a childhood condition that occurs when blood supply to the ball part femoral head of the hip joint is temporarily interrupted and […]