Bone Muscle And Joint Issues (13)
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5 Steps for Turning Your Dog Into a Peak Performance Athlete
By Arden Moore, Sep 18, 2012Meet one of the fastest-growing dog breeds: the canine athlete. In fact, the number of canines participating in sanctioned sports sponsored by the American Kennel Club has more than doubled in… Full Article ›
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Will My Dog Need Surgery for His Luxated Patella?
By Dr. Marty Becker, Apr 16, 2013Q. My dog was walking on three legs, and the vet diagnosed it as a “luxated patella.” What is that, and is there any alternative to surgery? A. The patella is the proper name for the… Full Article ›
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Are Name-Brand Joint Supplements Worth the Extra Cost?
By Dr. Marty Becker, Oct 25, 2012Q. My veterinarian wants me to give my dog glucosamine and omega-3 oils for arthritis, but she insists the generic I buy isn’t as good as the products she recommends. Is a brand name really… Full Article ›
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The Truth About Tri-Paws: Studies Find That Many Pets Can Thrive Without a Limb
By Dr. Ann Hohenhaus, May 24, 2012I have a patient, Ajax, who lost his leg to cancer. Even though his owners found the tumor when it was very small, it was not a type that was responsive to chemotherapy or radiation. The tumor was… Full Article ›
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Dealing With Canine Arthritis
Nov 30, 2012If your dog seems lazy or is reluctant to run or play or even get out of bed, especially the day after exercising, he may be suffering from arthritis. Other signs can include stiffness when… Full Article ›
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What You Need to Know About Inflammation and Arthritis in Dogs
By Dr. Mary Fuller, May 18, 2012Osteoarthritis, or degenerative joint disease, is a painful, progressive and irreversible condition that's estimated to affect 20 percent of all dogs. It can involve one or more joints,… Full Article ›
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5 Things You Need to Know Before Going Hiking With Your Dog
By Arden Moore, May 1, 2012Eager to amp up your daily walks and expose your dog to new sights, sounds and smells? Take a hike! Hiking offers many benefits to both dog and owner, including a great cardiovascular… Full Article ›
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Arthritis in Dogs and Cats: How to Help Prevent and Treat Creaky Joints
By Dr. Patty Khuly, Nov 23, 2011I always say that if you’re lucky enough, your pet will live long enough to get arthritis. Whether you’ve got a large breed of dog or a small cat, chances are that you’ll be… Full Article ›
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Dogs With Arthritis Can Be Helped, So Why Won't My Client Let Me Treat His Pet?
By Dr. Patty Khuly, Oct 24, 2011I have this really difficult client. I truly believe he loves his dog, yet I cannot (ever!) get him to agree to do anything on her behalf beyond basic care. Luckily –– this being the… Full Article ›
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High-Tech Prosthetics Give Exotic Animals and Everyday Pets a New Lease on Life
By Michelle Leifer, Sep 23, 2011The new movie Dolphin Tale is inspired by the real-life story of Winter, a bottlenose dolphin who lost her tail after it was injured in a crab trap near Cape Canaveral, Fla. Winter learned… Full Article ›
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Is It Serious if My Dog Can't Wag His Tail?
By Dr. Marty Becker , Oct 3, 2011Q. Our Labrador has suddenly stopped wagging his tail. According to our veterinarian, he has what is called “dead tail,” which should heal on its own. What causes it? And can it happen… Full Article ›