Arthritis
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs should relax and get used to the idea - Robert A. Heinlein
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Joint supplements for dogs: The helpful vs. the hype
Whether their dogs are old and stiff, young and developing, or couch potatoes, pet owners tend to be highly concerned about canine joints. They’re searching online for information on mobility and arthritis, asking each other for recommendations, or going with what’s been recommended by their own doctor.
Chances are they’ve already come to you with questions about things like hyper-immune milk factor and Boswellia serrata, but how do you begin to shed light on the veiled world of nutraceuticals? How much to give? How often? What brand? Glucosamine-enriched dog food or shark cartilage supplement? What is truth? What is a “claim”? So many questions.
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Dogs help Eli Lilly scientists identify new osteoarthritis target
Because the progression of osteoarthritis is similar in dogs and humans, the Lilly researchers argue their LYA canine clinical study “suggests a proof-of-concept pain efficacy signal” and that LYA could be a promising drug to treat the painful disorder in both pets and people, they said in the study.
Most Dogs Will Suffer From This, Give Yours a New Lease on Life
Four out of five older dogs suffers with arthritis, but what many people don't realize is the condition has more to do with genetics and a dog's development (including puppy nutrition) than normal wear and tear on the joints of the body. In fact, joint degeneration often begins as puppies experience a rapid growth spurt during the first 4 to 6 months of life.
Wellness has come for your pets
“Products that were considered perhaps luxuries by earlier generations are now considered essentials by millennial pet owners,” says King. “And that definitely feeds into the area of supplements.”
Ageing Pets To Live Pain-Free Thanks To Incredible New Vet Tech
An Aussie company has developed a revolutionary treatment that allows old dogs and cats to live out their days without the crippling pain of osteoarthritis. The treatment also does away with having to force your ageing pet to swallow a pill as it's administered by a monthly injection.
Treat Your Dog’s Arthritis Pain Naturally (With These 3 Simple Steps)
My old dog Chili is a walking disaster … She wobbles around on four very unsound legs … the result of jumping off mountains and tearing her cruciate ligaments a few times in her salad days. Now that Chili is 13, she’s paying the price of her youthful indiscretions!
Arthritis in Dogs and Cats: What Can be Done?
Arthritis can affect any age, sex, and breed of dog and cat. Most predispositions to it relate to underlying causes, such as elbow dysplasia, hip dysplasia, osteochondrosis, and so forth.
Arthritis in Dogs and Cats: Your Guide to Joint Pain in Pets
Our pets’ joints take a beating. With all the running, jumping and pouncing they do, it’s no wonder sometimes our furry friends start to experience pain in their limbs. What are the causes of joint pain? What are some common treatments? Here’s your guide to arthritis in dogs and cats!
Canine Arthritis – Why Treatments don’t work
Don’t be looking for the herbal remedy or miracle supplement that will cure your pet’s arthritis before you have reviewed their weight and exercise regimes.
Canine Osteoarthritis and Treatments: A Review
Osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis in dogs and is the most common source of chronic pain in older dogs.7 This is due to the constant wearing away of the cartilage from dogs running, jumping, and other strenuous exercise. Arthritis commonly affects large breed dogs, i.e. German Shepherds, Labradors Retrievers, Siberian Huskies, and Rottweilers, more than small breed dogs.
Caring for an Arthritic Dog or Cat
Is your pet having difficulties going up and down the stairs or jumping onto the couch? What do you do when your dog or cat starts to limp? Here are some of my suggestions for potential therapy options for your aching pet to discuss with your veterinarian...
Dealing with Arthritis, Joint And Back Pain In Your Older Dog
There are ways you can postpone or avoid arthritis when you make a decision to purchase a dog. Arthritis occurs sooner in certain breeds. Larger breeds and breeds that are called dysplastic, develop arthritis sooner. Arthritis also runs in families or lines of dogs. If the parents of your pet did not develop arthritis until a ripe old age, your pet probably won’t either.
Most Arthritic Dogs Do Very Well On This Pill, Except Ones That Die
You might call it a made-for-TV drug. Approved for human use in the U.S. but not marketed that way, an arthritis medicine called Rimadyl languished for nearly 10 years in developmental limbo, then emerged in a surprising new form: Instead of a human drug, it was now a drug for arthritic dogs. And it became a hit. Today, those TV spots are gone. The reason has to do with dogs like Montana.
Natural Arthritis Remedies For Dogs
According to Professor Eric Troncy of the University of Montreal's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, arthritis pain in dogs can be alleviated, with no side effects, by a combination of medicinal plants and dietary supplements.
New Stem Cell Treatment Heals Arthritic Dogs
While still largely unavailable to their owners, stem cell therapy from fat cells has been offered to our furry friends for several years. With fewer regulatory hoops to jump through in veterinary medicine and no contentious religious debates, experimental procedures are often tested and perfected on animals decades before they're green-lighted for use on humans.
Vet Advice: Relieving Your Dog's Arthritis
Seven strategies to ease your dog's arthritis pain.
Joint supplements for dogs: The helpful vs. the hype
There’s a lot of crazy info out there when it comes to canine joint health and mobility. (Elk antler, anyone?) Arm yourself with the evidence and position your veterinary practice as the trusted source of reliable data.
MediVet America
MediVet Biologic’s mission is to offer innovative, safe and effective biologic treatments in regenerative medicine & oncology solutions, to assist millions of animals needlessly suffering in pain.
Orthopedic Foundation for Animals
Find answers to some of the more commonly asked questions about the OFA, genetic disease, and our databases.
Rimadyl
Osteoarthritis or arthritis is a painful condition usually caused by "wear and tear" of cartilage and other parts of the joints. If your veterinarian diagnoses arthritis, RIMADYL may be prescribed to treat the pain. By following your veterinarian's instructions carefully, you can see remarkable improvement in just a few days. Many dogs return to their original level of activity and energy.
Synflex
What so many of our customers love is that we can help them and their furry family friends as well. You love your family pets and you want them to have the best in joint care as well.
PennHIP
PennHIP is a not-for-profit program wholly owned and operated by the University of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to develop and apply evidence-based technology to direct appropriate breeding strategies aimed at reducing in frequency and severity the osteoarthritis of canine hip dysplasia.
The Arthritis and Glucosamine Information Center
Information on arthritis and glucosamine, the latest glucosamine research, details on arthritis medications and treatments, and tips for effectively managing your arthritis and joint pain.
Dog Owner's Guide
A newspaper for pet and show dog owners in southwestern Ohio and northern Kentucky.
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