We all love our pets. When they are happy we are happy. When they get older, just like humans, they slow down and are often prone to arthritis. There are several forms of pet arthritis treatment. Some veterinarians describe it as degenerative joint disease.
In dogs, it is often the hips and back legs that get arthritis and this particularly in larger dogs like Labradors, golden retrievers, etc. Cats unfortunately can suffer too when they get older. It’s not fun for them. Dogs love to go where their human companions go, and going upstairs or up and down from couches can become a problem. The same with cats, who especially love higher places. Many a caring cat owner has bought steps to help their cat manage to get to their favorite places.
