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The aging process and
all of the ailments that come with it, including hip
dysplasia and arthritis, will reduce a dog’s mobility.
You should not be alarmed if a pet has trouble making it
up a flight of stairs that once presented no problem.
Larger breeds especially are prone to conditions that
can make climbing difficult. Take your pet to a
veterinarian to see if there are any medical options
that can make his life easier.
Try a harness that fits
comfortably around the chest to provide added support
for the dog, and guide him as he climbs steps. This
should help reduce the stress on the pet’s limbs and
joints, without requiring that you actually lift him.
Another positive step is
to give the pet a glucosamine and chondroitin based
dietary supplement for arthritis.
According to one study,
more than half (55%) of the pet dogs in the US that
suffer from arthritis go untreated. Be proactive and
seek veterinary care for an arthritic dog.
The products carried by
PSP in this category include Nutri Vet senior tablets
and aspirin, Tomlyn HomeoPet Joint Stress Relief, Pet
Tabs Companion Hip & Joint, and Veterinarian's Best Hip
and Joint Doggie Bites.
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