Useful information about the needs of cats and dogs with nutritionally sensitive health conditions.
Musculoskeletal Disorders
Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent canine joint disorder, estimated to affect 20% of adult dogs. It is characterized by clinical signs such as lameness, stiffness, and difficulty rising or climbing stairs. Risk factors include excess weight, prior joint injury or developmental orthopedic conditions, increasing age, genetics, and size (i.e., large and giant breeds). In osteoarthritis, both inflammation and oxidative stress contribute to cartilage and other joint tissue damage. A multimodal management approach including targeted nutrition can help improve mobility in osteoarthritic dogs as well as slow the progression of joint damage.
“Our goal is to maintain your dog’s mobility. To help do this, we want to keep [him/her] in ideal or lean body condition since this will reduce extra stress on [his/her] joints. You can regularly monitor your pet’s body condition at home. It is easy – simply check the waist, the tummy tuck and feel the ribs. In addition, feeding a joint mobility formula can provide nutrients that support your dog’s joint health.”
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