Different Natural Arthritis Pain Relief For Dogs

By Patrick Lewis


Dogs can suffer from arthritis pains just as people do. Some breeds are more prone to such problems, and overweight dogs often have similar issues. In any case, you can help your furry friend to live without pains, or at least make his life easier. There are a few highly efficient supplements that can make it happen, when it comes to natural arthritis pain relief for dogs.

First, you can use various vitamin and mineral supplements to make your pet's life easier. Those that contain glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate and MSM combine pain relief effect with anti inflammatory properties. Of course, you should consult a good vet about it, and if you don't have one already, find one. He will help you decide about the best treatment for your furry friend.

If your pet is overweight, it might be too much for his poor joints. With just a few pounds less, he would probably feel much better. Omega 3 supplements will help him lose a few pounds, they will improve his joints' lubrication and reduce inflammatory processes. This will also ease his pains and have generally good effect on his health.

Different enzymes and anti-oxidants are also great for your dog. They strengthen his immune system, and, as it is well-known by now, anti-oxidants fight free radicals and play an important role in keeping both human and dog's bodies healthy and strong. Cherry flavonoids also benefit joint's health, by strengthening collagen structures within connective tissues.

There are several plants that can also be used for this purpose, for example turmeric. This simple plant is also great for promoting joint mobility. Some essential oils have beneficial effect on painful areas. If you love your dog, it shouldn't be so hard to spend a few minutes a day massaging his poor joints with some good essential oil, he probably more than deserves that.

Swimming i warm water might also be a very good idea. You might find such treatments for dogs in your neighborhood, or take your pet for a swim somewhere, if you can arrange it. It could be very good for him, because it is much easier to move when in water, and this is one really good training for any dog, or any person suffering from arthritis.

There are also several vets that are providing acupuncture treatments for both cats and dogs. Such treatments don't provide instant results when it comes to your pet's health condition, but are highly efficient in a long run. They improve circulation and improve support for the painful joint. Besides, such treatments ease your dog's pain, and that's what you want to do in a first place.

So, some things you can actually do to make your pet's life easier. He should not suffer. Help him lose excess weight, provide good quality food, buy some supplements and consult your vet about the appropriate doses. If it is needed, take him to a pool or give him a massage. This lovely animal was always a good friend, and deserves to be treated as one.




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