Why does my dog already have osteoarthritis?

My young dog limps regularly after his walk, the X-rays are formal, my dog has arthritis!

What is osteoarthritis in dogs?

Osteoarthritis, formerly called rheumatoid arthritis, is a common disease in all breeds of dogs.
It is a joint disease that progressively destroys the entirejoint, cartilage and bone.

Osteoarthritis in dogs, the symptoms

The dog limps after quite normal exercises such as his daily walk, he has difficulty getting up, or moves much less smoothly, the dog refuses to go for a walk, does not want to go out anymore, cannot jump anymore, he does not play anymore.
Osteoarthritis being very inflammatory, the dog suffers from joint pain.

Causes of osteoarthritis in dogs

For a long time it was thought that osteoarthritis in dogs only affected older dogs, but it is not uncommon to see a good number of young dogs, of all breeds, suffering from joint problems. It is true, however, that there are more cases of osteoarthritis in large dogs.

The idea of cartilage wear due to old age is therefore no longer really on the agenda.

Today, several causes are being considered, including the responsibility of a disordered immune system, genetics that are not always very clear and, above all, the quality of the food we give our dogs!

The great absentees of foods: minerals!

The dog's mineral needs are so great that it is not possible to provide it without supplementation, regardless of the food we select for it.

But unfortunately, if the dog already suffers from osteoarthritis, the mineral supplement will not be sufficient to relieve the dog.

What are the solutions for treating osteoarthritis in dogs?

There is no shortage of proposals, whether they are chemical or natural treatments for osteoarthritis, you will find a plethora of proposals:

Anti-inflammatories prescribed by your vet
Grandmother's remedies for osteoarthritis in dogs are making a comeback.
Homeopathic treatments for osteoarthritis, offering actions on the ground.
Dietary supplements for osteoarthritis in dogs, often containing glucosamine sulfate, chondroitin sulfate and msm. Medicinal plants such asharpagophytum.