The joint problem of dogs has always been a headache for dog parents, especially Some large dogs, such as Samoyed, Golden Retriever, etc., have inherited joint problems themselves. So there are several main types of joint problems in dogs, and how to treat them? Follow the footsteps of Xiaobian experience to see it!

        Degenerative arthritis is a non-infectious, progressive disease that burdens the joints. Normal articular cartilage is white, smooth and translucent. It is composed of chondrocytes and a sponge-like matrix surrounding the chondrocytes. The main components of this matrix are collagen, polysaccharide protein and water. In the initial stage of degenerative arthritis, the cartilage will appear yellow and opaque, and some parts of the surface will soften and become rough. The softened cartilage cracks and wears away, exposing the underlying hard bone. At the same time, the changed cartilage reorganizes and increases its stiffness, and the remaining cartilage begins to wear away.

       Causes        Because of joint instability or aging. Geriatric degenerative arthritis in older animals and in young animals include trauma, bruising, abnormal joint structure, cruciate ligament rupture, kneecap dislocation, or cartilaginous fractures.

       Symptoms        Mild hypomobility, stiffness, indifference to play, dislike of long walks. Depending on the affected joint, intermediate symptoms include slow getting up, slow going up and down stairs, and being afraid or unwilling to jump. As the disease progresses to more severe stages, animals may refuse to stand and walk. Cold and wet weather often makes symptoms worse, and it's not just because of cold temperatures that air pressure also plays a role.

       Treatment        Use aspirin or stronger pain medication to manage pain. Steroid drugs have considerable side effects and should only be used when other drugs are ineffective. These pain relievers should be sufficient to maintain the animal's ability to walk, jog, and swim normally. Swimming is the best exercise because it provides the greatest range of motion with the least amount of weight. Overworked exercise should be avoided. Overweight animals should lose weight. If surgery is selected, passive stretching and bending exercises should be performed after surgery to avoid joint stiffness, and then light exercise should be started and gradually restored to full motor capacity.

        Infectious arthritis Infectious arthritis is an infection caused by biological penetration of the bone fluid sac, the most common being bacterial arthritis, especially Staphylococcus aureus.

       Causes        1. Puncture injury of joint.        2. Bacteremia.        3. Osteomyelitis spreads to joints.

       Symptoms        Swelling, warmth, pain, and occasional surrounding skin redness. There may be more than one joint affected. Body temperature often rises, and patients may suffer from poor energy, occasional anorexia, refusal to exercise, or symptoms of lameness.

       Therapeutic methods        In addition to going to the pet hospital for some physical therapy accidents, it is also necessary to supplement with drugs For the treatment of arthritis, the golden version of joint raw is given to dogs with arthritis, which has obvious effects on reducing inflammation and pain, and restoring joint bearing capacity.

       We recommend that you observe your dog more on weekdays, find out early Arthritis in dogs is strangled in the bud.