subject: What Sort Of Arthritis Treatment For Dogs Are There? [print this page] What Sort Of Arthritis Treatment For Dogs Are There?
Did you consider that your pet could get arthritis? It seems obvious really as we humans can get it too. If you have a dog, the larger the breed, the more prone they will be to this disease. Arthritis in the hip and rear legs is most common. However, just like us, there is a variety of arthritis treatment for dogs.
So, how can you detect if your dog has this disease? Observation is the key. Also, you live with your pet 24/7 so if he's aching, you will find out. It could be just a subtle hint but you will pick up on it. You'll just sense that something is not quite right or off kilter. Then you will become far more aware of him or her and really look at what could be wrong. Details to look for are:
Difficulty in sitting up from a lying position or vice versa
Struggle in going from a sitting to a standing position or vice versa
Difficulty in going up or down stairs
Favoring one limb over another
Uncertainty when moving
Walking slowly
Becoming less energetic
Not wanting to play
Sleeping more
Being less alert
Being sensitive to touch in certain areas
The next stage is to get expert advice. Your vetinarian is the obvious choice. If the diagnosis is canine arthritis, there is lots that can be done to assist. Exactly like us humans, there is a choice of medication to assist in making life less painful. The vetinarian can also monitor the medication to see if more or less is needed or maybe another brand.
If your pet is overweight, then that would be an added burden so a diet would be called for as well as more exercise. So more walks for you and your buddy - this way you both benefit.
There are also many natural therapies that can help. Supplements with MSM and glucosamine can help a lot, as well as Omega fatty acids. You can also buy some Vitamin C (sodium ascorbate is preferrable to ascorbic acid) in powder form and mix it with his food. In fact there are holistic vetinarians that can help as well. Homeopathic remedies can also assist with this disease.
Check that your pet is getting the best quality food and water. Give him lots of veggies as arthritis doesn't like an alkaline environment and vegetables definitely lower acidic values. Refrain from tomatoes, potatoes, eggplant and peppers though.
Arthritis treatment for dogs is very feasible. Get advice you have faith in and then stick to that advice.
