| Most feline owners find that it is a bit more difficult | | | | and winter months, arthritis may be present. Cats |
| to understand the needs of cats as pets rather than | | | | with arthritis may refuse to jump onto or down from |
| dogs. | | | | higher locations. Watch for particular areas that your |
| Because cats are typically less demanding and more | | | | cat tends to lick. The feline is likely trying to heal its |
| independent in nature, the signs and symptoms of | | | | discomfort. |
| arthritis in cats may go longer unnoticed than arthritis | | | | Home Options for Easing Arthritis in Felines |
| in dogs. Dog joint pain tends to be more obvious and | | | | Consider pet medicine for pain. Aspirin is often |
| attention seeking than the pain in cats. Therefore, it | | | | effective for minor aches. Manage your cat's weight. |
| is especially important for these pet owners to | | | | Overweight cats are often more susceptible to |
| carefully examine their animals on a daily, or at least | | | | arthritic pain. Use a healthy dieting plan. Ensure that |
| weekly, basis. Older pets should be examined more | | | | your pet gets exercise. This is essential for indoor |
| often. | | | | cats that may not be as active as outdoor cats. Give |
| Most cases of arthritis in cats are contributed to the | | | | your cat a warm place to rest. Cold often makes |
| joint and cartilage deterioration. The majority of | | | | joint pain worse. Bring outdoor cats indoors during |
| felines suffer from secondary arthritis that results | | | | cold nights. Gently give a feline massage to help |
| from defects, damage, trauma, or unstable joints. | | | | loosen and soothe aching muscles and joints in your |
| Fewer cats actually develop primary arthritis from | | | | pet. |
| overuse of joints and normal aging. | | | | Pet Medicine Treatments for Cats with Arthritis |
| Recognizing the signs, knowing how to deal with the | | | | Glucosamine and Cosequin are often used for |
| condition at home, and understanding when to seek | | | | repairing cartilage. |
| medical advice are all important components to | | | | Corticosteroids reduce the inflammation and swelling. |
| controlling the pain and enhancing the comfort of | | | | NSAIDs (Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Drugs) are |
| your cat. | | | | also good for reducing inflammation. |
| Major Warning Signs of Potential Feline Arthritis | | | | Vitamin C is often known as a good dietary |
| Watch for cats with the presence of swollen or | | | | supplement for felines. |
| inflamed joints. The area may be hot to the touch. | | | | Under most circumstances, arthritis cannot be cured |
| Look for warnings of limps. Cats may appear to be | | | | in cats or dogs. However, its progression can be |
| stiff when rising from a resting position. In severe | | | | slowed down and its pain can be comforted. |
| cases, the cat may become more aggressive or | | | | Extending the life and the quality of your pet's health |
| change its personality. | | | | are the main goals when it comes to treating arthritis |
| If conditions seem to worsen during cold weather | | | | in cats. |