Sunday, April 28, 2013

A Great Treatment for Dog Joint Pain You Need To Know About

By Geraldine Dimarco


Arthritis is dogs happen to about 25% of our pets. It is a prevalent ailment that vets from all over the world have to deal with often. The most common canine arthritis is osteoarthritis; but there are also other forms like canine dysplasia and hypertrophic arthritis that some dogs unfortunately contract. The causes for it may be different but they all result in discomfort for the poor animal.

Canine arthritis is often caused by the gradual wear and tear of the critical areas of the canine's body. If you've engaged your dog in extreme sports and such, or if he is suffering from obesity-their joints will eventually suffer for it. At other times canine arthritis can also be caused by poor breeding, a physical deformity, or overuse. If your pet is suffering from this, alleviate his pain with an effective treatment for dog joint pain available almost anywhere.

Joint pains are a familiar, albeit unwelcome, face to the ones who have acquired a more senior status in life. Overused joints and muscles will cause stiffness that result in extreme soreness. Arthritic humans and canines usually take non steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs to help address the unfortunate effects of this condition.

NSAIDs are generally successful in treating arthritis. The properties in these medications hinder the progress of arthritis and decrease inflammation-effectively lessening the pain. They can be used together with another supplement for the best results. You must ask a licensed vet as to the amount to give. The vet needs to factor in certain things like weight, breed, health issues and such to determine that is the right dosage needed.

You can also treat arthritis in dogs through more natural therapies and remedies. Chondroitin Sulphate and Glucosamine Sulphate are often used to aid in strengthening the joints and muscles of the canine. They also promote better mobility by increasing needed lubrication in the cartilages. Chondroitin Sulphate and Glucosamine Sulphate are known to be safe and should be taken together with a nutrient rich diet for optimal results.

What food will improve your arthritic dog's condition? Fatty acids that you can find in fish oil and shellfish have been said to improve symptoms in humans, and presumably the canines as well. You can also avail of herbs like alfalfa, yucca and stinging nettles for detoxification and restoration of weakened joints; thereby improving your pet's health.

While it is very good to give your pet the absolutely healthiest diet-you need to monitor the calories that goes into every meal. You have to keep his weight down because being overweight is very detrimental-putting more stress in the already overused joints. As such, engage him in light physical activity every day. Take 15 minute walks or swims with him as much as you can.

Always visit the vet and take regular check-ups, especially when there are behavioral or physical changes that you noticed. A good massage is also a very effective treatment for dog joint pain. It will ease tension but more than that- strengthen your bond. Enjoy your time with your dog today.




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