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Hershey
Getting old is not for the weak of heart. Things don’t work the same, they don’t feel the same, and life becomes more challenging. Most people are probably used to living with some type of pain on a regular basis. We become so used to taking “stuff” to mask it that the thought of eliminating the cause doesn’t even cross our minds. I would guess this assessment is true for about 80% of the population. Sadly, our pets’ aging is resembling that of humans more and more. They’re developing the same diseases like diabetes, obesity, cancer, digestive disorders…
NO! My goal is to help my kitties grow older gracefully. Despite Hershey being 15 years old, he still runs wind sprints up and down the stairs and hallways almost daily, and at night I can hear him vocalizing as he plays with his furry mice. He amazes me! His fur looks great, he’s got a lot of energy, and he hasn’t become a cranky old man yet. What’s his secret? An appropriate diet and exercise!
One of my friends, Denise, asked me this week if I could give her any recommendations for kitty elbow arthritis. Arthritis is an inflammatory condition of the tissue that lines the joints and tendons, most commonly in the elbows and hips. It can happen as young as age 6, especially if the kitty is obese, overweight or doesn’t exercise enough. Cats are stoic creatures of course, and try not to show when they are hurting or not feeling well. Therefore, you have to really pay attention to your cat’s behavior. A few of the warning signs may be:
The first thing to do is rule out an illness or disease with your vet. After that, prevention is always easier and less expensive than treating a condition, so here are a few suggestions:
Dr. Karen Becker, DVM, provides some great insight and advice when it comes to feline arthritis.
There are many wonderful natural feline arthritis treatments and remedies for this condition that can reduce or eliminate the need for painkillers, many of which are highly toxic to cats. Some of the therapies I’ve used successfully with arthritic cat patients include:
So many choices? How do you know which is the best for your kitty? My first go-to is to muscle test products to determine what the cat’s body needs. Working with a veterinary homeopath or a holistic or integrative veterinarian can help narrow down protocols and provide ongoing assessments. Instead of wasting time watching countless hours of TV, spend some time reading labels and looking at brands’ websites; read articles written by holistic vets like Dr. Becker so you can make informed decisions when it comes to the health of your cat. In the end you’ll be smarter and more knowledgeable about choosing products for your cat. 😺
Is your cat suffering from feline arthritis like symptoms? Are you looking for some natural remedies or supplements to help alleviate or reduce the pain? Let me know how I can help your cat! Submit a comment below.
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Hi would you happen to know the dosing for using wobenzyme N in cats? Mine recently had eye surgery and I thought it may help her heal faster
I’m not familiar with that product or if it would be beneficial for eye surgery. Perhaps contact the manufacturer?