There are many factors that can contribute to dogs acquiring arthritis including size, age, and sex. However, did you know there are things you can do to help your dog decrease their chances of acquiring arthritis like changing their diet or including supplements? 1. Size The larger the dog, the more prone they are to…
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 years. If you want to read about the big differences between allergic reactions…
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…
