Arthritis Category
Interest in dog massage is growing today. Many people believe that, just as massage offers benefits to humans, it can also offer benefits to pets. According to the International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork, they now have some 500 members, compared to just 200 in 2007. continue reading
Joint supplements for dogs are often used today for dogs with arthritis, dogs who have had joint injuries, and for dog with hip dysplasia. In many cases they are the same nutraceuticals or supplements taken by humans. Nutraceuticals are nutritional supplements that often have similar effects as drugs but they are not regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). continue reading
The single greatest cause of joint pain for most dogs is arthritis. There are other causes of joint pain, however. Dogs can suffer from hip or elbow dysplasia, trauma/injury, Lyme disease or problems related to other infectious disease, panosteitis, or cancer. Joint pain relief for dogs is an important consideration in all of these situations. continue reading
Arthritis supplements for dogs have been used with success by many people. While researchers remain somewhat skeptical about whether such supplements are actually effective, dog owners and others often report improvement in their dogs. Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about these supplements. continue reading
While arthritis is a common ailment in older dogs and can occur in younger dogs with hip or elbow dysplasia, it is not always easy to recognize arthritis symptoms in dogs. In many cases the onset of arthritis is very gradual. You may not notice changes in your dog as they develop slowly over time. continue reading
Arthritis is quite common in senior dogs and veterinarians and owners have many treatment options available to them. However, arthritis treatments for dogs can vary in their effectiveness. Some treatments have proven better than others. continue reading
Many people with older dogs may begin noticing that their dogs have increasing stiffness or an altered gait. The dog’s movement may become more halting and stiff and he may not be able to move around as freely as he did when he was younger. continue reading
