Ensure that your pets have better joint health
JOBURG – Pet store Canine & Co recommended that owners carefully consider a nutritious, balanced diet on their pet’s behalf versus adding joint supplements to existing diets.
Humans are not the only species who suffer from aching joints.
Pets also struggle with this issue.
According to pet store Canine & Co., carefully managing your pets’ diet, sleep and exercise will ensure you address all their future joint issues now.
“An animal’s ability to move with ease is mainly reliant on it maintaining a correct weight and Body Condition Score (BCS) which is a quantitative yet subjective method for evaluating body fat – think BMI for pets,” said Canine & Co.
The company advised that light to moderate exercise will help your pet with their mobility issues so, if you’re a dog owner, don’t skimp on the walks. Cat owners, on the other hand, should encourage play which gets your cat moving.
“A sound diet coupled with adequate exercise aids weight loss and promotes the maintenance of an ideal body weight reducing the impact on joints. Canine & Co recommended that owners carefully consider a nutritious, balanced diet on their pet’s behalf versus adding joint supplements to existing diets.”
The company added that meat-based diets provided all the building blocks that a body needed to reach the ideal weight, increased skeletal muscle tone, improved muscle tone around the joint, promoted structural components for joint and cartilage support, and provided sufficient Omega 3 fatty acids to decrease inflammation and antioxidants to protect the body from inflammation. Look out for products that contain no less than 50 per cent meat content in the list of ingredients.
“Another important consideration for a pet owner whose pet is struggling with mobility is to make an educated decision when looking to buy a bed or basket. Humans are advised to choose a supportive bed when it comes to their own mobility and joint struggles. Our furry companions are no different.”
The pet store explained that over the past few years, kitty and dog beds aren’t what they used to be. Now, owners have a wide array of choice from which to make their purchasing decisions. The advancement of technology affords comfy beds which provide adequate support for your pet’s joints and back.
“The last thing an achy pet needs is for you to tug him around on a lead or inappropriate collar during a walk. Jarring movements can be extra taxing on those sore joints. Be sure to choose a harness and one which allows for ease of movement and has adequate padding for maximum comfort.”
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