Dog arthritis is a very common problem for pet owners. Just as we age and have problems related to our joints and movement, so do our dogs. It is a much more common problem than people think, because our dogs are very adept at masking the pain and many time don’t show outward signs of it.

At first a dog will move slower and will try not to have any rapid movements. They will also have diminished mobility and will run very little if at all. Since they can’t talk to us, as a pet owner we must be observant of their actions as they age. That is how you will discover if your dog does suffer from the pain and stiffness caused by arthritis.

If you have any concerns about your dog and pain or mobility issues you need to take it up with your Vet as soon as possible. Don’t allow your dog to just lay around and sleep all day. Even with arthritis pain you dog needs exercise. That exercise will help in maintaining joint mobility. The worst thing for an older dog is to become sedentary.

There are a number of prescription medications that your Vet can prescribe for arthritis. As with any prescription medication there are side effects to be aware of. The older medications that have been on the market for the last decade such as Rimadyl have been shown to have serious issues in some dogs.

The other issue with prescription medications for your dog is cost. Depending on the size of your pet you could be looking at costs exceeding $100 per month. For many people just the cost keeps them from treating their dog for the pain and stiffness of arthritis.

A great alternative to high cost prescription medications is an all natural supplement that has proven to help pets with pain and stiffness caused by arthritis. The best part is that it provides you a 100 percent satisfaction guarantee. The product is Artho-Ionx™. It has given many pets the relief from pain that their owners had so desperately sought. Take a few moments and explore this unique treatment and see if it’s right for you and your pet.

Don’t let your pet suffer with the pain of arthritis. Please read about Brandy’s story and how it might help your pet.

Today is the first day of winter and the shortest day of the year. I thought I’d take a few minutes to post a few articles from other blogs about your pet and the cold weather.

Cold Weather Coat and Skin Care – Paw Nation

Flickr/Martina Rathgens Winter can be a magical time for dogs. Squirrel visibility rises when the ground is white, and cuddling by the fireplace can.

Michigan Humane Society: EXTREME COLD MAY TURN DEADLY FOR OUTDOOR …

Detroit – With the arrival of the bone chilling cold weather comes the heartbreaking reminder that the lives of many companion animals will be threatened this winter. Dogs and cats left outside for long periods of time, or permanently, will be unnecessarily … The following additional tips will help guardians care for their companion animals responsibly during cold weather: When temperatures plummet, companion animals should not be left outside for any length of time. …

Dogs, cats, etc.: The weather outside is frightful

Other cold-weather tips include: Keep cats inside. Older pets should never be kept outside at all, as well as young, ill or short-hair breeds. Don’t let your dog off leash during a snowstorm; they could lose their scent and get lost. …

Hope that these tips will help you keep all your pets safe this winter.

Even though the cost of this new treatment is really high it appears that it may be a breakthrough for the treatment of arthritis in dogs. For those pet owners that can afford it this treatment might give your pet more pain free years and give them their mobility back.

Regeneus – stem cell treatment for arthritis in dogs – Channel Ten News

If you care about your pet and want them to be as healthy as possible then you need to make sure they don’t get fat! If they do get fat it’s not their fault…. It’s yours! Even on a large breed such as a Lab even having an excess 5 pounds can mean much more stress on their joints.

Dealing with Dog Obesity

If you ask the experts they will give several reasons dog obesity is so acute. The single biggest problem is giving too much food, especially leftover human food and scraps from the table. While owners think it is cute to feed Fido off …

Here’s another article that’s interesting because it deals with both dog’s and how their owners could be dealing with the obesity issue.

Dog Weight Loss | Dog Obesity Health Risk

Dog weight loss is a pressing concern for an increasing number of dog owners worldwide. Dog obesity is one of the most common health problems Veterinarians treat each and every day.

Hope that these articles help!