Watching your dog suffer from
mobility problems is one of the worst feelings for a dog owner. If your dog is suffering, it probably wasn’t
that long ago that he was healthy and running around. Luckily, some supplements are now available
that can help ease your dog’s pain and turn him into an active dog again. Today, we’ll talk about one of those
supplements - glucosamine.
Glucosamine is a natural substance
that is found in the cartilage of living animals. Glucosamine supplements
have the same molecules as the type in the body so using the supplement helps
repair the dog's damaged cartilage.
Glucosamine has been used for many
years and has been shown to contribute significantly in relieving the painful
effects of osteoarthritis. Senior dogs are more prone to osteoarthritis,
and joints like hips, knees, shoulders and elbows are commonly affected. Arthritis is the deterioration of cartilage
around the movable joints. Eventually,
the cartilage wears away and the bone to bone contact causes pain for your dog.
Signs
of Joint Pain
There are many signs to look out for
when determining whether or not you should give your dog glucosamine:
- Your dog shows symptoms of stiffness, especially in the morning or when the weather is cold.
- Limping is also a sign that your pet may have some joint pain.
- Difficulty walking, climbing stairs, getting into or out of vehicles, or jumping.
- Yelping in pain
- Changes in behavior like more aggression
- Glucosamine may be something to consider if your pet suffers from these symptoms.
No comments:
Post a Comment