Arthritis
in Dogs
Have you noticed
that your Fido is limping when he plays fetch, or your Fluffy isn’t
chasing squirrels the way she used to? When your dog appears to
be less interested in playful activities, it could be a sign of
arthritis. In dogs, arthritis is very similar to arthritis in humans.
Simply stated, arthritis in dogs is a swelling inside the dog’s
joints. This swelling leads to pain and stiffness when the dog tries
to move.
 Unlike
arthritis in people, arthritis in dogs is not something the puppy
patient can tell you about directly. In order to notice an ailment
like arthritis in dogs, dog owners must watch for the warning signs:
• Favoring
a leg
• Difficulty
standing or sitting
• Desire
to sleep more
• Hesitating
to jump, climb, or run
• Decreased
interest in play
• Weight
gain
• Depressed
mood
Suffering with
the above symptoms for more than two weeks is a clear indication
of arthritis in dogs. A veterinarian should be able to do an examination
and X-rays to determine if arthritis is present. Early detection
is very important for arthritis in dogs so that treatment can begin
and joints are saved from further damage.
There are several
prescription medications and other treatments for arthritis in dogs.
Lifestyle changes such as a healthy diet, short walks several times
a day, and maintaining a healthy weight are excellent ways to ease
the pain and inflammation of arthritis in dogs. Certain dietary
supplements have also been successful in rebuilding the joints weakened
by arthritis in dogs, as well as reducing inflammation and free-radical
damage. Dr. Prange’s Maximum Joint Enhancer for Dogs contains
a unique combination of chondroitin, MSM, manganese, and glucosamine
which all work together to repair joints and improve the mobility
of dogs with arthritis. The symptoms of arthritis in dogs can begin
to be alleviated in days with Dr. Prange’s Maximum Joint Enhancer
for Dogs. In fact, this product works so quickly that it comes with
a 30-day money back guarantee.
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