Successful Canine Arthritis Treatment Plans
Basically, the secret of coming up with a successful treatment plan for your dog is obtaining an early diagnosis and then carefully managing his or her condition. This means taking your dog to the vet for a definitive diagnosis and obtaining recommendations on an appropriate exercise program, nutrition and diet, medicinal treatment, and therapy.
The factors we’ll cover along these lines are the following:
- Weight control . Heavy dogs have to carry the extra weight which puts more stress on their load bearing joints. To help your animal, you should help them lose weight and keep it off.
- Exercise regulation . Provide your dog with a reasonable amount of controlled exercise, without overdoing it, so as not to overtax their joints. The right amount of exercise helps a dog maintain overall mobility and flexibility without overworking the joints. For instance, much shorter walks on smooth, soft surfaces are better than undertaking marathon marches up steep hillsides.
- Try a number of alternative therapies, as well, for reducing pain and inflammation
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