Whilst the treatment of arthritis in dogs has made great advances in recent times, it will forever remain a condition that has far more effective outcomes when combined with multiple approaches in management. There...
Have you ever noticed your muscles becoming tired and sore after performing a more rigorous than usual task? Whether it be at the gym, working in the yard or even walking a long distance...
The decision to retire a horse can be complex. For some horses, a gradual decline after many years of riding and competing signals the time for retirement; for others, a sudden illness or injury...
Arthritis in horses is sadly a common joint condition that affects horses of every age, breed, and discipline. While it is an incurable joint disease, the pain and progression of equine arthritis can be...
Exercising arthritic horses may at first seem counterintuitive, but there are many benefits to maintaining an active lifestyle. The key is to develop an exercise program that promotes regular movement, while factoring in your...
Canine nutrition has rapidly evolved in recent times, with products, supplements and home remedies around every corner for dog owners to navigate. With so many aspects of health being examined for our furry friends...
Spring has sprung! With the longer and warmer days beckoning us to spend more time with our horses, it’s important to remember that your senior horse requires special care as we transition from season...
If your dog has been diagnosed with Canine Osteoarthritis, it is important to work with your veterinarian to develop a management plan to help slow the development of the disease and maintain your pet’s...
A show jumping career sees the horse jump fences of varying height and width from a variety of angles, lengthening and shortening their stride, accelerating and decelerating and turning sharply whilst maintaining balance at...
The prevalence of arthritis or degenerative joint disease in dogs is far greater than most people anticipate. A whopping 80% of dogs will contract osteoarthritis by the time they are eight years old, with...
According to Equestrian Australia, a show horse “must give the impression of covering the ground easily and fluently. The horse must be well balanced and work without any obvious effort by the rider or...
Lameness is a common symptom of osteoarthritis in horses. While horses of any age are susceptible to this joint disease, performance horses are at increased risk due to the athletic demands placed upon them,...