ARTHRITIS is the #1 Reason why Dogs slows down as they age. Just like humans, dogs struggle with arthritis and the pain that goes along with it. Studies suggest 1 in 5 dogs suffer from arthritis and is one of the biggest contributors to chronic pain.
Arthritis is a slow natural degeneration of the joint surfaces; this can cause pain when your dog moves round. It can be accelerated by many factors like:
There many ways to help ease arthritis pain and research suggests that more than just NSAIDs are needed to effectively fight arthritis long term. A combination of:
Every dog is different and will require an individualized combination of treatments which is why it is helpful to talk to your vet and a canine rehab therapist. Do you have any specific questions about how Arthritis might be affecting your dog? We'd love to help! Comment Below
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