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Dog Nutrition - Joint Health
Dogs

Joint Health

It is an awful thing to watch your dog suffer from limited mobility and joint pain. There are things we can do to help alleviate any discomfort, inclusive of exercise and nutrition.

Nutrition is one of the key factors in dealing with joint pain and arthritis. Inflammation around the joint occurs when cartilage that is designed to protect it wears down – many ingredients can help ease this process and reduce the pain.

Look for a food that contains:

  • Fatty acids such as those found in fish oils. With anti-inflammatory properties, omegas 3 and 6 can reduce the pain and swelling.
  • Glucosamine – found in the shells of shellfish as well as animal bones, glucosamine has been found to help to repair the damaged cartilage.
  • Chondroitin – found in shark and fish cartilage, chondroitin can slow the degradation of the joint, as well as providing the building blocks to help repair the damage.

Many dogs are more susceptible to hip and joints problems, in particular giant or large sized breeds. Specially formulated large breed foods can help prevent the onset of these problems. Breeds to look out for are:

  • Great Danes
  • Mastiffs
  • German Shepherds
  • Labradors and Golden Retrievers
  • Rottweilers and Dobermans.

Smaller dogs often suffer from Luxating Patella. It is a fairly serious health issue in dogs, often causing them pain and discomfort. Although larger dogs like Labradors are also prone, it is primarily a smaller dog issue. This is a genetic disorder, causing the knee cap to “pop” off the knee. This condition can be helped with protein and omegas, just as for other joint problems. Dogs prone to this disorder are:

  • Mini & Toy Poodles,
  • Maltese,
  • Jack Russell Terriers,
  • Yorkshire Terriers,
  • Pomeranians,
  • Pekingese,
  • Australian Terrier & Australian Silky Terrier,
  • Chihuahuas,
  • Cavalier King Charles Spaniels,
  • Papillons,
  • Boston Terriers

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Please Note: "CUSTOMER SELF DECLARATION" By purchasing ROYAL CANIN Prescription Diet, you acknowledge and agree that the following is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

  1. I confirm that my pet was examined by a Veterinarian who recommended the use of ROYAL CANIN Prescription Diet on the basis of his/her diagnosis.
  2. I have read and understood that whilst my pet is being fed ROYAL CANIN Prescription Diet, it is recommended that seek veterinary advice at least every 6 months regarding the usage of ROYAL CANIN Prescription Diet.
  3. I have read and understood that I need to seek immediate veterinary advice if my pet's condition deteriorates in any way whilst I use ROYAL CANIN Prescription Diet.

PURCHASE ACCEPTANCE

Please Note: "CUSTOMER SELF DECLARATION" By purchasing Hill’s Prescription Diet, you acknowledge and agree that the following is true and accurate to the best of your knowledge.

  1. I confirm that my pet was examined by a Veterinarian who recommended the use of Hill’s Prescription Diet on the basis of his/her diagnosis.
  2. I have read and understood that whilst my pet is being fed Hill’s Prescription Diet, it is recommended that I seek veterinary advice at least every 6 months regarding the usage of Prescription Diet.
  3. I have read and understood that I need to seek immediate veterinary advice if my pet's condition deteriorates in any way whilst I use Hill’s Prescription Diet