Pet Health Blog Cat and Dog Arthritis
| Cat and Dog Arthritis |
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| Written by William M. Barnett, DVM |
| Tuesday, 15 April 2008 17:45 |
One of the most devastating side effects of owning an overweight or obese pet is watching your dog or cat grow intolerant of those around it, struggle to get up, be forced to deal with chronic, severe pain and suffer from osteoarthritis, chronically inflamed joints and ultimately joint failure. Cat and dog obesity, in our pets, is something we do have control over. Remember, your pet eats only what you provide.VetBalance for Canine Arthritis & Joint DiseaseOf all the debilitating diseases and dog health problems we see, joint disease demonstrates clearly how Genetics, Environment and Nutrition all play a role in pet health. Genetically diseases like osteochondritis and hip dysplasia are ingrained in many of our popular large breeds of dogs. Environmentally we have reduced exercise and weakened musculo-skeletal systems. Nutritionally we have created overweight and obese pets, which further strains ligaments, tendons and joints. This combination of events has ultimately caused canine arthritis and joint disease to show itself earlier in life, more frequently and with greater severity than ever before.
Fact: Seventy percent of all senior dogs over 7 will suffer from some form of canine arthritis or joint disease. In some of our most popular breeds like the Golden & Labrador Retriever it is not uncommon to see the onset of crippling hip dysplasia before puppies reach adulthood. VetBalance assists in weight loss and provides the support nutrients needed for strong muscles, ligaments, tendons, cartilage and bone. VetBalance exclusively provides a unique joint protector GlycoMarinetm, that naturally lubricates, calms inflammation, repairs damaged cartilage and has virtually no harmful side effects. |
