| If your best friend is hurting, I have a few suggestions | | | | each of the akeela's tendons of your dog (while he |
| which may help. Joint care for dogs is not to be taken | | | | she is still lying down) for 30 to 60 seconds each. Just |
| lightly by any means, as it can save your little buddy a | | | | watch your dog relax in pure bliss! |
| lot of future agony... and yourself a lot of money! | | | | 2. Keep your dog active. If he or she is arthritic, it is |
| There are 3 powerful things you can do to give your | | | | best to provide light exercise. An overweight dog is far |
| dog the best joint care possible. Whether your dog is | | | | more prone to develop osteoarthritis (joint and bone |
| healthy as can be, has mild to moderate joint pain, or is | | | | swelling), and you do NOT want that for your dog! If |
| full-blown arthritic, these steps will ensure that your dog | | | | this is already your dog's misfortune, it is definitely |
| is healthy and happy. Ready? Great! | | | | advised to keep your dog from being sedentary. Light |
| Joint Care For Dogs - 3 Ways You Can Help Your | | | | exercise and a responsible diet are key! |
| Dog: | | | | 3. Try to avoid medications. Instead, favor natural |
| | | | supplements. Supplements containing homeopathic |
| 1. Massage and acupressure are HUGE! Most dogs | | | | ingredients proven to prevent swelling, friction, fluid |
| experience joint problems in their hips, knees, and | | | | retention, stiffness, weakness, and pain in your dog's |
| elbows. By simply taking a few minutes out of your | | | | joints is ideal. |
| day to lay your dog down and massage the muscles | | | | Following these three steps should get and keep your |
| surrounding these joints (avoiding the joints | | | | dog on the right track. This is joint care for dogs that |
| themselves) you will be giving your special friend a | | | | anyone can provide. You and your buddy are going to |
| tremendous gift. For added benefit, firmly squeeze | | | | do great! |