Not exact matches
Unfortunately, many
dogs and cats with arthritis are also overweight, and the
extra weight they are
carrying will cause the arthritic changes in their joints to progress at a faster
weight.
This would help arthritic
dogs avoid
carrying extra weight on their joints if they are at the proper
weight.
The
extra weight carried by these
dogs translates into
extra force being applied to the already diseased joints resulting in further discomfort.
If you're showing a
dog who is
carrying a few
extra pounds, take the
weight off as soon as he has finished his championship.
Arthritis can be one of the first symptoms of a
dog carrying excess pounds, with the joints becoming overstressed in supporting the
extra weight.
In both
dogs and cats that are
carrying extra pounds,
weight loss can significantly reduce lameness associated with arthritis.
The
extra weight she is now
carrying on her small
dog frame puts
extra pressure on her diaphragm and contributed to her heavy breathing.
Carrying extra weight is especially difficult for a senior
dog and will impact the quality of its life.
Carrying extra weight will also put
extra stress on a senior
dog's already - painful bones and joints.
And speaking of calories, Canidae Platinum has reduced fat, especially good for less active, older
dogs and those
carrying a little
extra weight.
If your
dog is already
carrying too much
extra weight, look to eliminate low - value foods like corn from their diet.