Treating Dog Arthritis With Natural Supplements
By Mariangie Gonzalez
Dog arthritis is one of the most common diseases that affect
canines; especially large breed dogs (60-90 lbs) the best thing you can do is
to prevent the occurrence of this disease with the appropriate supplements when
your dog is 4 or 5 years old and not wait until symptoms show, but if your dog
is already presenting symptoms and/or pain you should consider the option of
natural treatment for your pet’s condition.
Osteoarthritis in dogs (or just dog arthritis) can be treated
effectively with natural supplements that are as effective as commonly prescribed
drugs and much safer because of the less risk of side effects. Prescribed drugs
may relieve pain, but they also can cause further degeneration of your dog's
joints and health, which could include, damage to the liver, kidneys, muscles
and gastrointestinal bleeding, among others.
Just as human arthritis, dog arthritis tends to get worse with
age, and you can find some senior dog food formulas that claim to contain glucosamine
and chondroitin, both of them are supplements used to prevent and treat dog
arthritis, but in the majority of cases, the amount included is not enough to
do any difference in your dog’s symptoms. So, probably the best option is to
feed your dog regular dog food and back that up with a supplement. Below you
will find some of the most effective supplement used for the treatment of arthritis
in dogs.
Herbal Glucosamine Blend, which is one of the most comprehensive
canine muscle and joint support formulations available today, it includes Glucosamine
HCl, MSM and Vitamins B1, B2, B6 and C, along with a proprietary herbal blend
of Yucca, Devil's Claw, White Willow, Meadowsweet and Alfalfa.
Glucosamine is essential for the formation of joint cartilage
and synovial fluid, MSM, has an anti-inflammatory effect slows the progression
of arthritis and relieves pain.
Alfalfa and Yucca extract, a combination of five time-honored
herbs for chronic rheumatic conditions it also includes Burdock, Licorice, and
Shepherd's Purse. This extract is designed to help the body cope with the pain,
swelling, and stiffness of arthritis and rheumatism while maintains the tone
of the liver and kidneys to help eliminate excess waste materials and water
from the joints.
Ortho-Flex Joint Ease Supplement for dogs this formula is a
supplement for muscle, ligament, tendon, cartilage, and bone problems. It does
not only to help in the relief of pain, but to also treat the underlying problem.
It really helps older animals. This formula contains Chondroitin Sulfate, which
is used to help dogs with joint conditions and arthritis.
The benefits of using natural, organic pet products are in the
preventive measure, you want a healthy pet with a longer lifespan, but also
an enhanced quality of life, there's no use on living longer if the quality
of life is not good, holistic pet care, will provide a better quality of life
for your pet and ultimately will save you money with less visits to the veterinarian,
bills and prescriptions.
Mariangie Gonzalez has a major in Animal Science and Pre-Veterinary
and runs the day-to-day operations of her home-based business and website in
which you can learn how homeopathic remedies could prolong and improve your
pet’s life. She can also help you start your own home-based 100% natural pet
supplies business, you can visit online at: http://www.MindBodyAndPaw.com
