As we all now the cold weather brings out the aches and pains we all suffer from, remember that our pet to also can have very real pain caused by arthritis. As in humans arthritis is one of two types. The more common of the two is Osteoarthritis, also known as ”Degenerative Joint Disease.” With this type of arthritis the cartilage cushion in the joints slowly breaks down, usually due to ageing and wear and tear, until bone grinds painfully against bone. The other type is “Inflammatory Joint Disease” and may be the result from infections causing fluids in the white blood cells to collect in the joints and cause them to become inflamed.
What can you do to help? There are several things you can do to help your pet.Maintain proper weight and provide ramps to help the dog get up into the bed or vehicle, have a soft supportive bed in a warm area. Do none stressful exercises such as swimming or get a joint supplements or anti-inflammatory prescribed by your veterinarian, to reduce inflammation. When going out does put a sweater on your pet, they will love you for it.
Subscribe to:
Post Comments (Atom)
No comments:
Post a Comment