The Safe, Practical and Effective Side of Dog Arthritis Medicine

By Geraldine Dimarco


I have a trivia for you - did you know that dinosaurs had arthritis? I can just imagine the aching joints of a ferocious t-rex after a long and tiring day of hunting. So if you think arthritis is a new disease reserved only for the humans, you are mistaken. Animals like our beloved dogs also succumb to arthritis.

Canine and human arthritis are very similar with each other. It's a condition that is caused by impaired joints or the cartilages surrounding the joints. This results in inflammation of the joints and muscles that are very painful to the animal. Usually, arthritis is contracted simply because of the wear and tear that comes with old age so be especially careful when your pet reaches 10 years old. The good thing is a dog arthritis medicine is easily available for you to access.

As previously mentioned, this disease is generally caused by old age; but there are cases where even puppies suffer from a kind of arthritis also. When younger dogs get their legs injured and have not been properly treated; or when an infection or sickness sets in that complicates an already delicate health issue, arthritis can occur. You need to look out for some signs and symptoms of this disease so you can prevent it from progressing further.

What are some of the signs that your pet is suffering from this disease? Notice the animals behavior. See if he is restless, limited in his movement, or flinches whenever you touch him. Also observe whether or not they seem to have a change in their physique. Some of these symptoms are actually very similar to dog Lyme disease so you need an accurate diagnosis before you try to obtain a pet arthritis medicine for him.

When your hound has been examined as to the sickness that he has, you should have not only the correct pet arthritis medicine, you also need to plan his healthiest lifestyle. This means you must create the right diet, rich in vitamins and nutrients that will aid him fight the effects of this disease.

In humans, omega 3 fatty acids and vitamin C have greatly helped those with arthritis. It is said that the same benefits will carry over to the arthritic canine. Include a lot of fresh vegetables, fruits and fish oils in his food and add herbs that will detoxify the dogs system. Examples of these are alfalfa, yucca, mussels and stinging nettles.

Glucosamine Sulphate and Chondroitin Sulphate are two excellent supplements that provide lubrication in the suffering canines joints and cartilage, thus easing his pain. Non-steroidal, anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) are what are used to treat canine arthritis. These are often taken with supplements as prescribed by the vet.

While human arthritis is very similar to that of the canine, it is important that you verify with the vet as to the dog arthritis medicine you will use for your pet. The frequency and dosage that an average person needs are vastly different than that of canines. Take regular trips to the veterinarian to ensure your pet's optimal health today.




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