Tag: joints
How massage benefits senior dogs and cats
From easing joint discomfort to alleviating anxiety, massage therapy offers both physical and psychological benefits to senior dogs and cats.
Almost all dogs and cats...
Caring for your senior dog
Your dog’s needs will change as he ages, slows downs, and experiences a decline in activity levels, cognition, vision and hearing. Being aware of...
Prevent and manage arthritis in your pet
A look at how your animal’s body moves, and why it’s so important to support his joint health and prevent arthritis.
When it comes...
Supplements to support your dog’s joints
Do your dogs joints need a little extra support? Here’s how the right supplements can make a world of difference!
Whether your aging companion has...
Does your dog have osteoarthritis?
If your dog’s joints seem uncomfortable, he might have osteoarthritis. A simple blood test that measures levels of Hyaluronic Acid can help you find...
At-home care tips for cruciate ligament tears in dogs
Learn how to care for cruciate ligament tears at home so you can speed up your pup’s recovery process.
It’s incredibly common for dogs to...
Chondrocytes are the key to healthy joints in dogs and cats
What are chondrocytes, and what role do they play in the health of your animal’s joints?
For decades, people, horses, dogs and cats have been...
Tendon and ligament damage – diagnosis and treatment options for dogs
As our dogs get older, they become more prone to tendon and ligament damage caused by injury or wear and tear. Today’s diagnostic tools...
Supporting joint health as dogs and cats age
Lean on your veterinarian and start your animal on joint supplements early in life.
As our dogs and cats age, we sometimes notice behaviors...
Caring for the arthritic cat
Arthritis is one of the more common causes of lameness in cats, especially as they get older. Once you get an accurate diagnosis, a...
Common supplements for dogs and cats
A look at some of the most common supplements for dogs and cats and how to select the right ones for your animal companions.
Even...
5 herbs to help your arthritic dog
These healing herbs can help your arthritic dog by getting to the root of his arthritis while easing his pain.
If you have an arthritic...
Top approaches to animal osteoarthritis
From nutrition and weight management to acupuncture and stem cell therapy, integrative and holistic treatments for osteoarthritis in dogs and cats are effectively reducing...
What chiropractic care can do for your senior canine
Whether you want to address age-related conditions in your older dog, or help prevent your younger canine from developing these issues as he ages,...
How NOW® Pets helps people – and their dogs and cats...
The NOW® Pets extensive line of supplements was created to help dogs and cats lead the healthy, happy lives they deserve!
For many of us,...
Canine hip dysplasia — 5 common misconceptions
Is it true that small breeds never get hip dysplasia? What does it mean if your dog lies with his back legs stretched out...
How acupressure eases arthritis pain in dogs and cats
Reduce your animal’s discomfort by gently stimulating these three key acupoints.
Many dogs and cats suffer from arthritis, especially as they get older. Thankfully, there...
Play safety for dogs, young and old
To avoid injury and keep play fun, tailor the games your dog participates in to his age.
Dog play is one of my favorite...
How to adjust your senior dog’s exercise routine
Senior dogs need less exercise than their younger counterparts, but that doesn’t mean they should be sedentary! These tips will help you adjust your...
Joint care — science vs. marketing
Joint issues can completely rob your dog or cat of his quality of life and in severe cases even shorten his time with you....
How acupuncture can help senior dogs
Senior dogs can be prone to a variety of health problems, from joint issues to appetite loss. Acupuncture can help treat many of these...
Supporting your senior pet with quality nutrition
It can be difficult to watch your senior pet deal with the hardships of aging. Closely monitoring his nutrition with the help of your...
Feline osteoarthritis
Osteoarthritis is more common in older cats than we used to think, but because the signs are subtle, it often goes undiagnosed.
Does your...
Copaiba — essential oil for canine joint discomfort
When used in conjunction with other therapies, essential oils such as Copaiba are very beneficial for dogs with arthritis and other joint problems.
In...
An A–Z of natural solutions for canine arthritis
Searching for a natural therapy for your dog’s arthritis? Take a look at this comprehensive list!
As dogs age, they begin to suffer from many...
How to massage your dog
Who doesn’t love a great massage? After all, massage benefits us physically and psychologically. The same is true for our dogs.
Through massage, you’ll...
3 effective “fixes” for common canine joint problems
Learn how gold bead implants, prolotherapy and CMO can help heal hip dysplasia, knee injuries, arthritis and other joint problems in dogs.
Dogs of all...
Innovative joint support for your animal companion
After struggling throughout his first year of life with a skin condition that caused him to lose 90% of his fur, a young Akita...
What is elbow dysplasia and how does it affect dogs?
Knowing the signs of elbow dysplasia, getting a diagnosis, and establishing an integrative treatment plan limits damage, relieves pain and inflammation, and improves quality...
How herbs can improve your animal’s joint health
Herbs go deeper than NSAIDs when it comes to alleviating the inflammation at the root of arthritis and other joint problems – and without...
Healing with hydrotherapy
The hydrotherapy rehabilitation technique draws on the properties of water to help dogs back on their feet again.
You know how soothing water can be....
Prolotherapy
Take a look at how prolotherapy, a form of regenerative medicine, can help your dog's joints.
Jona was just eight months old when he started...
