How Pet Owners Can Help Their Dogs Deal With The Effects Of Osteo-Arthritis

Canine arthritis very often happens to older
dogs. Different diseases or illnesses can bring
about arthritis too, even before they become
old. These causes can be obesity, degenerative
joints, cancer or inflammatory disease. It's
common for pet owners not to notice their pets
in pain. Some dogs can be quite stoic! Obvious
signs are limited mobility, stiffness,
reluctance to climb or jump, weight gain or just
generally not move as much. Your vet can diagnose
arthritis either by an examination or X-rays, and
sometimes both and may suggest drugs or
glucosamine for treating the disease.

Canine arthritis occurs because cartilage which
has broken down hasn't been replaced. A
multi-faceted relief treatment including pain
relief, weight loss, increased movement and
joint repair is usually prescribed. Treatment
for the relief of pain may include
anti-inflammatory medication as well as pain
medication. A warm, soft pet- bed should be
provided at home. Just like people with joint
pain, being warm is helpful. Extra blankets can
help and so can a pet sweater.

Installing ramps or providing small steps is an
excellent idea so that your dog can reach its
favorite spot. Short, frequent walks on smooth
pavements are a good idea too, but not uphill or
on rocky ground. Any strenuous exercises should
be avoided as this will increase joint pain.

We make the mistake of feeding our dogs too
much. Obesity can be one of the causes of
arthritis and this adds stress on the joints.
Find out how much your dog should weigh and then
measure food at meal times. Slightly underweight
is better than overweight. Dogs do not associate
food with love, nor do they benefit from endless
treats and fatty food full of carbohydrates.

One very good thing to do for your dog would be
to give it glucose. This helps with cartilage
development and within a couple of months of
regular daily doses your dog will show signs of
improvement. Glucosamine is a perfectly natural
supplement and comes under the name of
nutraceuticals. In other words, medical benefits
without side effects. Glucosamine for pets will
be suggested by your veterinarian, is easily
available and although not considered a
medicine, is highly recommended.

Glucosamine can be obtained as an injectable
medication and is FDA approved. These types of
injectsion with routine use helps minimize the
development of arthritis.

Once your dog is taking glucosamine it should
be continued and not ever stopped. Even after
joint repair is noticed it can easily be
reversed if the dosage is discontinued or even
reduced.

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