Joint deformities tend to worsen with age. As the connective tissue wears away the dog starts to get that bone on bone rubbing and it is more notably painful.
The supplements are helpful and can help slow down connective tissue degeneration. Feeding a fresh healthy diet is very important as well. Omega 3 supplementation has also been shown to help with joint deterioration.
There are anti inflammatory meds that dogs can take but that would be the very last ditch effort to make her comfortable and should only be given on a full stomach. |