Prevention of Dog Arthritis
It is said that prevention is the best treatment. When it comes to dog arthritis, this is most true. Many people start prevention very late and that is not good. In dog arthritis it is very important to start this early. The owner has to detect the dog’s suffering early.
Prevention of arthritis:
Daily Exercise
Studies show that the average dog does not get that much exercise every day. When the dog sits in the home, he does not do much. A daily exercise routine is very important. It is important that the dog has 2 hours or more of exercises daily. This is extremely important in arthritis prevention. It keeps the bones and the muscles strong.
Weight Management
When a dog is fat, all that weight is pressing on his body and this is why vet recommend that the dog does exercises. A good body condition is imperative. Most of the dogs start gaining weight around 2-3 years so look after that age.
Signs of dog arthritis
1. Emaciated
An obvious loss in body and muscle mass is a sign of arthritis.
2. Thin
The ribs must not be covered in fat. The dog has to be fit with a nice abdominal tuck. Not too skinny but not too fat.
4. Obese
When the dog is too fat the ribs and bones are hard to palpate. This makes tracking down arthritis so much harder. A good diet and exercise will prevent that.
5. Joint Supplements
On the market there are many products that help dogs with arthritis. Giving the dog a healthy diet plus supplements, before it shows any signs of arthritis, is a very good thing to do. The supplements work specifically on addressing this issue.
Chondroprotectants/Natural Anti-Inflammatories are also great for a dog that is suffering from arthritis as it alleviates pain and inflammation.
