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Arthritis in Dogs and Cats

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Injectable Pentosan Polysulphatewhich is available from specialty, compounding pharmacies

Green-lipped mussels(e.g. Glyco-Flex)

P54FPan extract of turmeric

Polysulfated glycosaminoglycans(e.g. Adequan)

A combination of chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine hydrochloride and manganese ascorbate(e.g. Cosequin)

Avocado/Soybean Unsaponifiables(ASU) (e.g. Dasquin)

Omega 3 Fatty Acids(e.g. salmon oil, welactin, or j/d prescription diet dog food)

Pain | Limping | Difficulty Rising | Loss Of Intrest To Play or Walk

Difficulty With Stairs | Snaps When Petted

Most Common Sourcesof Chronic Pain in Pets

Arthritis In Pets

In cats & dogs, arthritis is most often caused by degenerative or developmental disease or by direct injury to a joint.

Cartilage acts as a cushion & prevents bone from hitting bone as the joint moves.

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In arthritic joints, cartilage is damaged, causing the exposed bones to bump into eachother.

Healthy Joints Arthritic Joints

Joint Protectants

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Problem Areas

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Symptoms