| Your Senior Dog and Joint Disease |
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Osteoarthritis or Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD) is a progressive condition in which the cartilage in the joint is slowly broken down, and bony changes occur. Any dog with a developmental or congenital joint problem, like dysplasia or patella luxation, is more prone to developing osteoarthritis. Dogs who have had injury to a joint such as a fracture involving the joint or a ruptured anterior cruciate ligament in the knee will be also more likely to develop DJD. These are the types of arthritis that plague dogs. Osteoarthritis; Degenerative Joint Disease; Hip Dysplasia; Elbow Dysplasia; Knee (stifle joint); Osteochrondrosis; Hypertrophic Arthritis; Shoulder Degeneration; Wrist Arthritis; Kneecap Dislocation There are some recommended commercial brands to help relieve arthritis in dogs. Hill's (Rx/d) and Purina (JM Joint Mobility) are formulas made for this purpose. The most important joint supplements have been added to the dog food. If you decide to give your dog supplements instead, then go for the weight control formula because that will help his joints too. These are some signs indicating that your dog is developing arthritis. Doesn't want to play, walk, run, climb stairs; Doesn't want to be petted or touched; Falling behind when you walk him; Has a hard time getting up from a prone position; Limps. In addition to keeping your dog fit & healthy, there are many types of supplements you can feed your dog to increase their joint cartilage. Glucosamine & Chrondtirin are two of the more popular choices. Consult with your vet on what products they recommend for your dog. About the Author: Learn about Dog Diabetes Medication and get a FREE "Dog Medicine Report" by visiting http://dogmedicinetips.info, popular website that provides free tips and advice on medicine for dogs. |
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