| Re: Back legs?
Im sorry for your furkins hip problems, I know how you feel. My Chubby started the same symptoms but he was only 8 months old when we had the x rays done and he has severe HD. There are many things you can get him started on like Cosequin Ds and Derm Caps which has the right fish oil, Im sure there are other combos you can give him... I give him Zeel and Traumeel for the arthritis that goes hand in hand with HD and this does a world of good in Chubbys case. First off get the x rays done so you know just how bad it is then get advise from your vet on what to do next. Ask about supplements like the ones I and others have mentioned as some vets dont agree with any thing but prescription meds for pain, it is good to postpone "nsaids" for as long as you can so they can be used later or only when he or she really over does it.
Chubby does really pretty good considering just how bad his hips are, Rotties are famous for not showing you just how bad they are really hurting so be mindful of just how much he does do as Im sure your vet has told you.
I did so much research on the subject that my mind was jumbled but it helped to get as much info as I could so I could understand better what was going on with my baby.
My regular vet and our OS got together on a plan that works for us and along with rehab Chubby is doing good for now.
Good luck and I wish you both well!!
Teresa  |