ARTHRITIS IN YOUR PET
Did you know that 1 in 5 adult dogs is suffering from arthritis?
Does Your Dog Have Arthritis?
Here are a few common changes you may notice, if your dog has arthritis:
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Doesn’t want to play with you, other pets or their toys
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Prefers to sit or lay down, rather than stand
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Occasionally has a limp
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Is occasionally getting grumpy with people or other pet family
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Doesn't want to go on long walks anymore
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Has trouble with stairs
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Is slow to get to their feet, or has trouble jumping
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Having difficulty standing when toileting
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Sleeping in a weird position
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Cries out occasionally when being picked up or patted
If your dog is showing any of the signs mentioned, then they may be in pain, and this pain may be due to arthritis.
Early diagnosis and management of arthritis are vital in slowing the progress of this painful and debilitating condition.