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| Arthritis in Dogs Arthritis in dogs and cats My dogs story with degenerative arthritis My GSD is nearly 11 and had unfortunately become victim to arthritis in her legs about 2 years ago. As I sell natural health products I was reluctant for her to have the conventional medication prescribed from my vet, until really necessary, due to the side effects which may be experienced for many years she would be suffering this illness. Symptoms The first symptoms she showed was stiff after long runs in the park. The stiffness in her legs began apparent after lying down for long periods. She also limped occasionally after lying down. She seemed to move around on her bed carefully and didn't always jump on the bed like in her younger years. Alternative remedies I decided to use a good quality, UK made magnetic collar. The magnetic dog collar has worked wonders for her from those years ago to now. It also gave her more energy and even though she is nearly 11 she is very active. However as she has further aged her condition was becoming apparent again, stiff after lying down, slipping when jumping up on our hard floor and her bones showing slight swelling on the hind legs. But because she was wearing her collar, we believe, she wasn't showing any signs of lameness. The swelling on the bones worried me and I took her to the vet who expected more physical signs looking at her legs and thought we should continue whatever we are doing as it was working. She said to slow down any deteriation we should also consider a supplement. She didn't suggest any prescribed medication at this stage. So to support the magnetic dog collar we put her on Mobilise DS, a combination of Glucosamine, MSM and Chondroitin designed in the correct combination for pets. After her first month on Mobilise, the swelling was still visible, but her mobility was much better. Since using both of these I have noticed no limping and little stiffness after long resting periods. As an extra I occasionally use Devils Claw herbal formula a strong herbal extract for joints and mobility. A combination of these 3 alternatives has made a considerable difference to her condition. I use Devils Claw occasionally when she needs the extra boost as it smells rather strong and when she is going on longer walks. If your dog has mobility problems, arthritis, hip displasia, prolapsed disc or joint problems alternative pet products may give them an extra boost and help assist the body repair itself they may show signs of reduced pain, less stiffness and more mobility while helping them with a better quality of life. We sell 1000's of natural pet products with such great customer feedback for arthritis, hip displasia, sciatica, joint problems, lameness and many more. Many dogs have shown better responses to these than humans. The magnetic collar has had independent trials for arthritis in the knees and it has shown an improvement while the magnets were worn. When you calculate the cost of them compared to vet bills it is so much cheaper, as there may be less visits required to your vet. The amount of medication may be reduced by your vet. My dog now uses the alternatives for arthritis but as she is further ageing she is also using Metacam. A combination of the medication and her magnetic collar, Mobilise DS and Devils Claw occasionally she is like a young dog again. However if your pet is using prescribed medication without complications then these can be used in addition to them. Please consult your vet for further information and d not stop any medication your pet may be taking. Other Recommended Pain Management for Arthritic Dogs:
Unfortunately arthritis cannot be cured. But it can be managed.
Now at 11 and a half ( March 08) my GSD Lucky, her symptoms have slowly worsened, this is what the vet means when she says degenerative arthritis, she seems to have cramp in her back leg occasionally after rising from rest. She does not jump on my bed anymore, she is reluctant to jump in the car, the only way to get her to jump in, is to get her to run in with encouragement. I think the magnetic collar and Mobilise DS with Metacam are still helping her quality of life but age is now taking over a bit. I am now going to try heat therapy or hot and cold therapy in addition to the supplement and magnetic therapy and try massaging her legs before walks and after long periods of rest. I am also going to try the new copper collar we have searched out and see if that gives her a boost in addition to her magnetic collar. I tried the magnetic coat but found she hated it, she never likes anything on her, she thinks she is being punished and looks very sorry for herself. Also I found as GSD's are quite long the coat didn't quite fit on the hind legs where most of her trouble lies. Arthritis in dogs in many cases can be very painful and managing it as best possible is the only way to improve the quality of your pets life. Using some of these recommendations may help your pet with its pain. As I am in the trade of alternative health i will keeping trying more and more therapies as the illness progresses, I don't intend to give up until I feel there isn't anything else left to try. Even the prescribed medication will not cure it, but help manage it. RIMADYL is widely used to treat arthritis in dogs, however long term use of this like any medication can result in other complications such as diabetes, epilepsy, thyroid dysfunction or kidney disease. Using prescribed medicine alongside the alternatives is the best you can give your pet, and if the alternatives are working enough at the early stages of illness, like they are for my GSD and many other pain stricken pets, the prescribed medication could be kept on a lower dose or not introduced at all until absolutely necessary. Something that should be discussed with your vet. This is what our vet recommended for Lucky. She said continue what you are doing as its working. I strongly believe alternative medicine can considerably help with management of arthritis and stiffness in dogs and cats, through my own experience as well as comments from so many of our happy customers. The magnetic collar comes with a 90 day performance guarantee, to this day we haven't had one back for not performing. The only returns we have had are from people who left it too late and the dog didn't even get to try it. Mobilise is a great cost effective supplement which again has had excellent results for all its users and they sell time and time again. These are the products we use for arthritis in dogs >>Mobilise DS glucosamine supplement >>Other Herbal Products for Mobility Here is an offer for the two most popular products for your dog or cat.
View our range of products for arthritis in dogs/cats: >>Mobilise glucosamine supplement Other Related Links: Other useful Websites: Canine Hydrotherapy Association : http://www.k9hydrotherapy.co.uk/main.html We are not qualified to diagnose any illness in animals and are only expressing our own experiences and opinions and users feedback with regard to alternative medicine. We would strongly suggest you get advice from a Veterinary Surgeon before trying any alternative treatments for arthritis, hip displasia, stiff joints, osteoarthritis etc in your pet. Some of the symptoms may relate to other diseases which would need appropriate treatment by a Vet. All options mentioned here should be discussed with your vet before introducing. We do not recommend you substitute any prescribed medicine without professional advice. If you are taking any medication please check with your GP before trying any alternative remedies. Some prescribed medication can be affected by alternative remedies. We make no claims to the therapeutic effect of any product listed on this website. All our products have not been scientifically tested but have been used successfully by many worldwide. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Information and statements made are for educational purposes and are not intended to replace the advice of your health care professional. Amazinghealth Ltd does not dispense medical advice, prescribe or diagnose illness. We sell natural health products that may assist the body in its efforts to rebuild and heal itself. We are not responsible for misuse of any of our products or any manufacturing defects.
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