5 Mistakes I see Arthritic Dog Owners Make ALL THE TIME (Veterinarian explains)
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- Опубліковано 9 тра 2024
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00:00 Arthritis will impact your dog
00:23 Pain recognition
01:23 One magic treatment
03:26 Scared of painkillers
04:40 Useless decisions
05:46 Is treatment REALLY working? - Домашні улюбленці та дикі тварини
My pup is only 5 months and had been diagnosed with arthritis. Heartbreaking desperately trying to learn as much as I can to give him a great life. Thank you for sharing
My 10 year old German Shepherd has just started limping , I find after exercise she is so much better getting the joints moving is vital
Great advice!
I bet you could add a few other common mistakes to the list too Dr. Dan!
Thank you for this sound advice. My 9 yo golden has been diagnosed with osteoarthritis in her back. I failed to see her signs which now seem obvious. I have a 1 yo golden and I thought he was just too rough.
Today, she struggles every minute of the day and night. She is on pain medication, and I have shortened walks. I will look into the brace.
Your advice that it could take months to see results helped me as I was not sure anything was helping her.
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Thank you for your advice! We have been using Antinol for the last year and its transformed our dogs!
Sardines work well.....three or four tins a week with painkillers and a heated beanie wrap is good , just heat in micro
yes, omega 3 fatty acids from a marine source are an important supplement for arthritic dogs and sardines are also a more sustainable source than others
Is there an option for a heat pad for my dogs wrists only? Pain from previous inury now arthritis... but no heat pads on the site for just above paws
When to apply heat or cold treatments for a severely arthritic 17yr young dog?
Cold is for sudden injury, heat for longer term so unless it is a sudden serious flair-up then heat is best
Where i can buy that doc.
ourpetshealth.com/heatedbrace
Vet gave prednisone. No other recommendations. I'm trying other things, and weaning off the prednisone, but dog's limping. Keep on the prednisone indefinitely, as they recommend? Or continue to wean while using various supplements and exercise?
I wouldn't recommend prednisone for arthritis. First line pain killers are most commonly a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory (this is a drug class with lots of different options) or librela is a new option. The best option will depend on patient history etc
@@OurPetsHealth Thank you
Hey 👋 Dr Alex I don't know how I didn't see this video it got around me somehow..me and Arnold are setting here watching your video he is doing really well lately he has lost all of his targeted weight-loss Arnold is on two different pain killers for his arthritis and I give him fish oil caplets and all kinds of supplements the vet recommended 😉. I know his body good just like Bigfoot I can tell exactly when something is wrong and I stay on top of it and always try to solve the problem..my vet says that I'm her best client because so many people have dogs and they only take them to the doctor when sometimes on death door and they don't go back and refill medication and they don't keep up with there animal care sadly till they get sick again and then sometimes they can't be saved. So sad my dogs always gets top of the line care I make it a point to go above and beyond when it comes to pets health..thanks for the video buddy Arnold is watching with me And eating breakfast
your be is definitely right about some people's attitude to their pets David. great to hear Arnold ha lost his target weight 🎉
What painkillers? My vet only offered prednisone. Looking for alternatives....
Hope our heated braces will help more arthritic dogs😃
Can Petie tec deliver to India?
Sorry we can't deliver to India@@namratathakuri7548
My older dog can easily jump into the back of the car after a long walk in fact exercise lowers inflammation in animals and people
The 5 mistakes outlined are:
1. Failure to recognize signs of pain in arthritic dogs, such as stiffness, limping, or licking.
2. Relying solely on one supplement or treatment instead of adopting a multimodal approach.
3. Fear of using painkillers due to potential side effects.
4. Overthinking minor treatment decisions and delaying effective intervention.
5. Failing to continuously monitor and reassess the effectiveness of treatment, leading to potential decline in the dog's comfort levels.
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The transcript doesn't specify a particular painkiller by name. However, it emphasizes the importance of using painkillers appropriately and under veterinary supervision. It suggests that when used correctly, painkillers can be safe and effective in managing the pain associated with arthritis in dogs.
A good painkiller for dog arthritis often prescribed by veterinarians is Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs). These drugs can help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain associated with arthritis. Common NSAIDs for dogs include:
1. Carprofen (Rimadyl)
2. Meloxicam (Metacam)
3. Deracoxib (Deramaxx)
4. Firocoxib (Previcox)
5. Etodolac (Etogesic)
However, it's essential to note that any medication should be prescribed and administered under the guidance of a veterinarian, as they can assess the specific needs and health condition of the dog and determine the most suitable treatment plan, including medication type, dosage, and duration. Additionally, regular monitoring is crucial to ensure the medication's effectiveness and to watch for any potential side effects.
Disappointing, humans are concerned about their fur babies and one cannot generalize types of action to be taken. This video fails to address the cause of why dogs get sick in the first place, with arthritis; also how damaging meds have been for dogs.
Because this video is not about why arthritis happens...but for one, obesity is a huge factor. Medication used appropriately is the opposite of damaging, again discussed at length in different videos. And yes, you can make generalizations of things that are incredibly common, for interpretation by the viewer in light of their situation. Of course not everything is going to apply to one individual and if none of them apply then great. I would never suggest people don't care about their pets, but that also doesn't make them experts about their medical care
@@OurPetsHealth Sadly going on the premise that going to veterinary school makes one an “expert”, is so ignorant.
Dive into some of dr. Karen Becker, perhaps she may be able to shed some awesome light on the “ expertise” you mentioned ; I much value veterinary doctors like her , than those who think most pet owners are clueless about the wellness of their beloved souls. Being open to always learn, is such a beautiful ego killer!
Yes, being trained for 5 years and then working day in day out in the field with ongoing training does tend to make you an expert. I never said pet owners were clueless, straw man argument, just not experts. As for Dr. Becker, some of what she says is spot on, some really not as 99% of my colleagues would attest but if it works for you then wonderful.
Does she have a unicorn diploma of magic and rainbows? He is a vet, if you don't like his advice or videos scroll on by and stop shilling for another VET@@georgydivinelight8333
Wind your neck in - some of us want helpful advice. I’m perfectly well able to search for causes elsewhere but suggestions on how to make the next years of my 5 month old pups life better after the shock of his recent diagnosis are essential for people like me. Call me a dummy if you want but I’ve lots of experience with arthritis in older dogs but absolutely none with pups and will grab onto anything I can get.