May: Pet Arthritis
What is arthritis?
Arthritis is inflammation of the joints. Occurs when the protective cartilage or synovial fluid in the joints breaks down. There is no cure for arthritis, but there are ways to help manage it. Affected areas may include hips, knees, carpus, shoulders, neck, and elbows. Most cases of arthritis simply come from old age and the wear and tear throughout your pet's life. However, some common causes of arthritis include poor nutrition, obesity, trauma or damage to the bone/ joint, or malformation- of a pet's bone structure.
Symptoms:
- Sleeping often
- Difficulty in standing, walking, or sitting
- Hesitation to jump or climb
- Favoring a limb
- Difficulty using litter box
- Less grooming
REcommended products
Dasuquin Advanced is the number one joint health brand recommended by vets. It is a joint health supplement for dogs and cats that goes beyond standard glucosamine supplements. The ingredients in Dasuquin Advanced support cartilage production, improves joint function and prevents break down of cartilage.
Adequan is an injection with a concentrated joint supplement. It helps thicken the joint fluid surrounding the joints. One injection starts working in the joint in as little as 2 hours.
Progression of osteoarthritis
Hufnagel Veterinary Clinic
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