Joint Pain In Dogs

and how it is often overlooked during the busy holiday season

This time of the year may be a rough time for your four-legged friend. The winter months can have an effect on your pet’s joint pain due to colder weather and a lack of physical exercise.

It’s an easy problem to overlook, especially with how busy we are at this time of the year. As you will read in this article, you will see there are many ways to help alleviate physical stress for your dog including the use of CBD.

It’s Cold Outside

When exposed to colder temperatures and drops in pressure, our muscles and tendons expand, putting more strain and inflammation on our joints. “Because of the confined space within the body, this can cause pain, especially in joints affected by arthritis,” writes Kenneth Chakour, MD, who specializes in comprehensive joint care.

The same can be said for our dogs. Thankfully, there are many simple remedies to get your four-legged friend to feel more comfortable this winter. 

How you can help:

If you’ve got a pooch with shorter hair, consider walks with a stylish new sweater to help them stay warm. Due to the colder weather, your puppies may not be getting as much physical exercise as they need. One of the things I like to do is take my puppies with us on car rides, walks, and family trips.

This promotes activity and physical/mental stimulation. More exercise and muscle building can also help relieve stress on their joints caused by everyday activities. Another potential remedy that can be overlooked is the use of CBD.

CBD & Joint Pain

A recent study has shown that CBD can have real benefits for your pet. Researchers from Frontiers in Veterinary Science conducted a study on CBD for Osteoarthritis in dogs. They gave cannabidiol (CBD) to dogs with joint pain and reported that the “Veterinary assessment showed decreased pain during CBD treatment”. View the full article here. 

Cannabidiol works with your dog’s natural, internal “system” which can help alleviate things like emotional stress and pain. With holiday months affecting us all, CBD for your dog might just be the simple remedy you and your furry family member are looking for. 

 Conclusion

    The cold weather matched with the busy holidays may be affecting your dog’s health. Unfortunately, this is something that is often overlooked by dog owners everywhere. Just be aware of it and utilize what you can to help. You always want to consult your veterinarian for any health concerns, but physical activity and the use of CBD for your pet might be a good place to start. What kind of problems come up for your dog during the colder months? Drop a comment below!

Dogs are just one part of your life, but to them, you are their whole life.

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