What is the best thing for dogs with arthritis?
Lurline Beier
2025-08-05 14:31:36
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Help at home, such as using ramps to get into the car, restricting the times your dog needs to use stairs, and providing a thick comfortable sleeping spot are all ways you can make life easier for your arthritic dog at home. Exercise strengthens the muscles that support joints. Moderate amounts of low-impact exercise also improve mobility. Exercise should be little and often, as too much exercise or high-impact exercise may cause your dog’s joints to become more painful. All dogs with arthritis benefit from being a healthy weight. Approximately half of all dogs are overweight or obese. For these dogs losing even 10% of their bodyweight can have visible results on their arthritis. Some dogs with arthritis do not need any medication or supplements at all, and are simply managed with changes to diet, exercise and home routine. However, you can make your dog more comfortable and slow down the progression of arthritis by using simple strategies, supplements and medications. The earlier you start supporting your dog and their arthritis, the more successful you are likely to be.