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Cat Arthritis: A Silent Affliction

Cat ArthritisWhen your cat is in pain, it can’t speak up to tell you; it can only show you. If you noticed your cat struggling to get up, having trouble jumping, or simply walking with stiff legs, then it may have cat arthritis. Just as with humans, cat arthritis causes pain and inflammation of the joints, making it hard to sit, stand, walk, or simply bend joints. Cat arthritis can be caused by several factors, the most common being old age; however, excess weight is another possible cause that is often overlooked.

Although only your veterinarian can officially diagnose cat arthritis, there are many signs and symptoms that can help you determine if your fluffy friend is suffering from this ailment. For example, has their walk or gait changed? If they have altered the way they walk, such as moving their legs differently or simply moving differently in general, it may be because they are trying to avoid the pain of bending their legs. Also, if your cat is reluctant to move or get up, it could be because of cat arthritis. Although everyone knows that a comfy kitty is not inclined to give up a cozy spot, extreme reluctance may mean it hurts them to get up, and that’s why they don’t want to move. Cat arthritis can also cause changes in mood and behavior, with your cat showing signs of aggression or bad temper. As in humans, constant pain can be frustrating and exhausting, and oftentimes, these mood changes in cats are caused by the pain of cat arthritis.

Along with an arthritis supplement for cats, such as Dr. Prange’s Maximum Joint Enhancer, there are many things you can do to lessen your feline friend’s discomfort from cat arthritis. First and foremost is weight control. If your cat is overweight, more stress is put on the joints, meaning it will hurt more to use them. By keeping your cat’s weight under control, the pain of cat arthritis can be decreased. Exercise can provide a double-dose of treatment for cat arthritis by helping with weight loss and weight control, as well as keeping the joints warmed up and moving. As anyone who’s gotten up on a cold winter’s morning knows, the cold can cause even young, healthy joints to ache and creak. On this note, providing your cat with a warm place to relax can help the pain of cat arthritis. A simple heating pad under a blanket can make a world of difference, although of course it’s important to keep an eye on it to make sure it does not overheat.

These steps, along with an arthritis treatment, can make all the difference in the world to your feline friend, and can help take away the pain of cat arthritis, letting them live their life to the fullest and get back to being your best friend.

 




 
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