Arthritis can be a painful and debilitating condition for your senior dog / cat especially during winter.
Subtle signs of reluctance to exercise, having difficulty rising after a long rest and appeared to be a bit stiff when walking can be related to osteoarthritis. Cats that are affected by arthritis might just be avoiding to jump up on high benches.
Radiographs can help us to diagnose arthritis and also help ruling out other bony disease or orthopaedic conditions.
After the diagnosis of arthritis is made, we might be able to help your arthritic pet by modifying their diet and exercise regime, weight control, providing nutraceuticals / supplements to help with joint health and also long term arthritic pain control for severe cases.
Please feel free to contact our staff to arrange a consultation with our vets if you find that your pet is having signs of arthritis.
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