Veterinarians estimate that around one in four dogs will develop some type of arthritis in their lifetime. There are several types of arthritis dogs can develop, but osteoarthritis is by far the most common joint disease. If you want to read about the various types of joint diseases dogs can get, you can read our …
Allergies While most dogs tolerate rosemary well, some dogs may have severe allergies or sensitivities to the herb. Let’s look at some of the signs that your dog may have a rosemary sensitivity or allergy. These symptoms can happen immediately or over a period of years. If you want to read about the big differences …
What is the difference between diet supplements & nutraceuticals? Dietary supplements and nutraceuticals are both used to augment your dog’s current diet and enhance their health. How do joint supplements & nutraceuticals help dogs? Many joint supplements claim to assist in relieving stiffness, pain, and other signs of arthritis. In addition, some aim to prevent …
Aside from prescribed pain medication, there are two main types of dietary assistant therapies available to help pet owners alleviate some of the signs and symptoms associated with joint pain in dogs that have arthritis. Dietary supplements and nutraceuticals. To read more about nutraceuticals and supplements for arthritis in dogs read our article here: How …
While there are many things you can do to help prevent or delay your dog from developing osteoarthritis later in life ensuring they are eating a well-balanced diet is one of the main modes of prevention. A nutritious diet fed consistently throughout your dog’s life may encourage osteoarthritis delay or prevention because diet not only …
Arthritis is the swelling and inflammation of your dog’s joints which can cause swelling, stiffness, and pain. There are different types of arthritis that dogs can acquire, let’s look at four of them. Four types of arthritis in dogs 1. Osteoarthritis Osteoarthritis also known as degenerative joint disease (DJD) is by far the most common …
In human medicine, the gut is known as the ‘second brain’ so it is no wonder that it has tremendous effects on many pathophysiologies throughout the entire body, this also rings true for dogs. Recent research in both human and veterinary medicine shows that bacteria found in the microbiome may be useful for predicting the …
While some dogs are more prone to developing arthritis like these breeds, it can happen in all breeds and at all ages. In about 20% of cases, they start to show signs as early as one year of age or younger (The Vet Times), this is why it’s important to know how to prevent and …
November 6-12, 2022 Is your pet food bag poisoning your pet? There are millions of dog and cat households in the United States that eat over-the-counter kibble. Here is what one study found about the bags your dog or cat food comes in. Should pet parents have equal rights? One woman thinks so, at least …
When I found out that my dog had pancreatitis I had to learn what foods would cause flare-ups for him and which wouldn’t. It took me a while to determine which treats were best for him as he was an absolute foodie and very food motivated. Aside, from making his own treats which are limited …
