Dogs with arthritis are living quite miserable lives. Because of joint pains, they are unable to move freely. They cannot enjoy the activities that other dogs can do. As the owner, you can help lessen the discomfort brought about by arthritis.
Here are some suggestions:
- Use heating pads to lessen the discomfort brought about by pains in the joints, relax the muscles and stimulate the acupuncture points.
- Provide your dog with a bed designed for arthritic dogs. These are specifically designed to allow dogs to get up easily even if they are suffering from joint pains. These special beds have padding that is guaranteed to provide comfort and support
- Massage your pet dog. This promotes proper circulation of the blood, reduces soreness of the muscles, and lowers blood pressure. You also promote bonding time with your dog through regular massage time. you can also use this opportunity to check your dog’s body for unusual lumps or foreign objects
- Veterinary acupuncture. This works the same as in human acupuncture where anti-inflammatory substances and pain are released naturally. Ask your veterinarians Sharon, ON for a certified veterinary acupuncturist near you.
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