Curcumin is the yellow pigment which is isolated from the rhizomes of curcuma long, also more commonly known as Tumeric. Curcumin has been used for centuries in Traditional chinese medicine and Ayurvedic medicine. Recent scientific research has proven that its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties are beneficial in patients with Osteoarthritis and is a good [Read More…]
Anti-inflammatories can speed up joint degeneration worsening your dogs condition. Scientific literature states that NSAIDS (non steroidal anti inflammatories) in both animals and humans have a significantly negative effect on cartilage matrix which causes an acceleration of the deterioration of articular cartilage in arthritic joints. To read more about the clinical studies click here So [Read More…]
When a dog has a spinal operation or has recently had some spinal trauma, its very important that we do exercises that will assist with neural recovery. These exercises involve the feet or paws touching the ground in a weight bearing position. Even if your pet is unable to hold their weight just the fact [Read More…]
When there is an interruption or damage to the spinal cord whether it be due to an injury or a prolapsed disc the body has the ability to heal that area to some degree. But, in order for healing to occur specific exercises that encourage weight bearing and gait stepping are required. These exercises provide [Read More…]
Dr Kelly share her top tips on what exercise you should be doing with your aging, arthritic pet. Learn the signs that your pets walks are too long and how much to decrease them by.
12 Week Strengthening Program for Arthritic Pets Dr Kelly explains about the side effects of long term anti-inflammatory use in dogs and why you need to find a more long term, natural solutions to managing pet arthritis
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Wooden and tiled floors can sometimes be hazardous for our 4 legged friends especially if they are weak or already compromised e.g. hip dysplasia or arthritis. The reason for this is that they do not have the strength to pull their legs together when they start slipping outwards and often end up falling with their [Read More…]
There are a few important differences between using wheelchairs for pets and for people. Pets are in their wheelchairs standing up and not sitting so they can only be in them for short periods of time. They cannot get in and out of them by themselves. They cannot be left unsupervised Initially they can only [Read More…]
The vet tells me the bad news, Sasha has hip dysplasia. I am so shocked she is only 10 months old. I go numb and I can hardly hear what he is saying after I hear those words. Its sounds really bad and he points to some xrays of her hips and explains why she [Read More…]