Symptoms of arthritis in dogs

1. Less activity and more time lying down;
2. Feeling uncomfortable when getting up and lying down, and even moaning;
3 . There is no strength in the legs and they are unwilling to climb stairs;
4. Joint pain affects the dog’s temperament, leading to lethargy, depression, loss of appetite, etc.

Causes of Arthritis in Dogs

Generally speaking, large dogs and elderly dogs are more likely to suffer from joint disease.
1. Genetic factors
This is an important factor leading to the occurrence of joint disease.

2. Nutritional factors
Excessive nutrition and increased calcium absorption may cause an imbalance in body metabolism, thereby inducing hip dysplasia.

3. Acquired joint injuries
If the floor at home is too smooth, puppies often kick their legs inadvertently, causing unnecessary burden on the limbs of puppies; large dogs such as golden retrievers and Labradors Dogs such as Bradford lack exercise but are often overfed, which can easily cause excessive joint pressure.

What are the symptoms of arthritis in dogs?

Dog joint diseases are mainly concentrated in the knee joints, hip joints, shoulder joints, elbow joints, lumbar spine, cervical spine and other parts. Most of the symptoms are familiar to everyone. Various arthritis, joint dysplasia, disc herniation, etc.

Treatment methods for dog arthritis

1. Surgical intervention and drug control can reduce the symptoms and delay the disease;
2. Eat more dog food containing glucosamine, chondroitin, and fish oil Can help relieve pain;
3. Obesity puts a lot of pressure on the knee joints, so you need to pay attention to your pet's diet and help them maintain an ideal posture to reduce the burden on the joints;
4. Don't If you exercise too much, try to choose low-intensity exercise. Swimming and walking are good choices.
It is not only difficult to treat joint diseases in humans, but also in dogs. We can only effectively prevent and alleviate the pain caused by the disease.