Arthritis is a very common challenge with dogs, affecting 4 out of 5 of our older furry companions.
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The signs of canine arthritis can be subtle at first. Eventually the limping and soreness after laying down becomes more common. He/she just does not want to run, play or go up the stairs like they used to.
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We tend to accept arthritis as part and parcel of getting older or just a new way of life after an injury. Add to this the confusing and varied 'fixes', it is no wonder that many of us choose to live with, rather than proactively manage, canine arthritis.
But with changing times, better understandings and new technologies this no longer has to be the case!
To simplify what can be done to help our beloved arthritic doggies, just remember one thing:
Go WEST!
In the video below we talk about the 'T' for 'Therapy' of the WEST acronym. Veterinary and complimentary options like physiotherapy, laser therapy, acupuncture and hydrotherapy.
Here is Emma, a vet nurse (@thehydrovetnurse on Insta), giving a quick 1-minute explanation of just what goes into it..
My take home? Hydrotherapy is a great complementary treatment for many dogs with arthritis, mobility issues and post operative challenges.
To sum it up, there's a lot we can do. If you have a dog suffering from arthritis and you want to find out what you can do to help (or go WEST!), download our FREE guide here...
-> Click here for our FREE vet-created guide on canine arthritis
Here is the full 12 minute conversation!
