| As a pet lover you want the best for your dog, and it's | | | | jump |
| therefore important to look out for health problems | | | | 8. Your dog may whimper because it's joints are stiff |
| that affect their quality of life. As with humans, Arthritis | | | | and painful |
| can be a common problem in animals and it can be | | | | Treating Arthritis |
| very debilitating. It often results in pets becoming less | | | | 1. Try to ensure your dog has a healthy diet and gets |
| active and it is commonly mistaken for old age. | | | | enough exercise. This helps to maintain their proper |
| So how do you spot arthritis? Dogs can't tell you | | | | weight. |
| what's wrong with them, so it's vital to watch for clues | | | | 2. Speak to your vet. He or she maybe able to |
| and take subtle changes in behaviour seriously. | | | | recommend a course of treatment to ease the |
| Here are some tips for spotting Arthritis in Dogs. | | | | discomfort for your dog. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory |
| 1. Your dog may begin to have difficulty sitting or | | | | drugs are a common form of treatment for arthritis in |
| standing | | | | dogs. |
| 2. Your dog maybe less active than usual | | | | 3. Foods rich in Omega Fatty Acids are proven to |
| 3. You may notice attitude or behavior changes | | | | relive the symptons. |
| 4. Your dog may put on weight | | | | Remember – The last thing you want to see is your |
| 5. Your dog may sleep more | | | | dog in major discomfort, there are solutions which can |
| 6. Your dog may seem less alert | | | | ease the pain and you pets don't have to suffer. Why |
| 7. Your dog may be hesitant to climb stairs, run or | | | | not try orthopaedic dog beds for relief from Arthritis.. |