CBD Dog Treats + Joint and Mobility Care

As a dog owner, you should always be observant of your dog’s behavior. If something seems off or they are acting strangely, there is probably something wrong. Trust your gut and listen to your intuition. If the condition does not appear to be totally debilitating, you may treat the symptoms with several of the methods listed above. 

Keep a log of their symptoms, 2 to 3 times a day, as well as how often you are feeding them the supplements or treats. If their condition does not improve or deteriorates, then take them to a veterinarian to seek out other treatments. 

There are various conditions that may cause joint problems and/or discomfort, including: 

Joint Issues

Joint Issues affects 1 in 5 adult dogs under the age of seven, and 3 out of 5 adult dogs over the age of seven. They usually cause chronic discomfort, decreased mobility, and lower quality of life.

Some Joint Issues are caused by mechanical wear and tear while others is an autoimmune condition in which your dog’s immune system attacks their joints.  

Hip Issues & Elbow Issues

Both hip issues and elbow issues can be congenital, developmental conditions that the dog is born with. They sometimes result in the joints not growing properly and causing potentially debilitating discomfort. 

Ligament Problems

There is a particularly common form of canine joint issue whereby a dog’s ligaments deteriorate due to old age. 

Injuries From Trauma or Force

Your dog’s joints can also get injured due to outside force. They may suffer from strains to their tendons, which are the pieces of tissue that link bones and muscles. They may also suffer from sprains to the ligaments, which are the pieces of tissue that connect bones. One of the most serious injuries is a torn cranial cruciate ligament (CCL), which connects the back of the femur (above the knee) with the front of the tibia (below the knee). 

More Joint Deteriorating Conditions In Dogs

In addition to these general types of underlying conditions, there are related conditions that may cause joint pain, including: 

1. Obesity
2. An improper diet or lack of certain nutrients

1) Exercise

Always remember that dogs need to be active. This is an absolute necessity for their health. They’re descended from wolves, remember? That means taking them out, letting them run, and giving them plenty of exercises. Exercise can be beneficial both as a preventative measure and for rehabilitation from an injury or procedure. 

There are several types of exercises to enjoy with your furry friend. Switching up activities can help to stimulate the joints in different ways (as well as stimulate the mind). Walking your dog is always a nice exercise for both of you. Another great traditional exercise for your dog is playing fetch. Dogs absolutely love fetching basically anything you can throw. You can use your own toy or even a stick will work up a frenzy in almost any dog.

If you are not feeling too energetic yourself, you can always take your dog to the dog park and let him expend all his energy with all his little dog friends. Socializing is also important for a healthy dog.

2) Weight Loss

It’s absolutely vital that your dog stays at a healthy weight. As a 2012 study indicates, dogs are undergoing an obesity epidemic and it’s causing rates of premature joint wear and stiffness to skyrocket. Research also indicates that weight reduction can help treat limping in dogs with these joint issues. 

If you want a healthy weighing dog then it is best to monitor its diet and exercise. Obesity in dogs is defined as weighing more than 30% above their ideal weight. If your dog is obese or on the verge then you should probably limit its access to food and increase its exercise routine.

Stop feeding it table scraps if you do and opt for some healthy premium dog food. Feeding your dog smaller portions more often can help to burn calories quicker resulting in a weight decrease.

3) Glucosamine

It’s a natural substance in your dog’s body, with large concentrations deposited in healthy cartilage. Your doggy’s body produces glucosamine (glycosaminoglycan) for the formation and repair of tissues such as cartilage. Sadly as dog ages, glucosamine production slows down. Although, by providing extra glucosamine to your dog’s diet you can help to counteract this. 

You can purchase glucosamine supplements for dogs and incorporate it into your dog’s diet. Dosing sizes can vary between products so we recommend always following the manufacturer’s dosing directions.

Glucosamine is a common supplement that may help treat various joint problems. Additionally, many veterinarians will prescribe it as a substitute for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).

4) Boswellia

This is a remarkable nutritional supplement with powerful anti-swelling properties. Recent research has indicated that it is highly effective in treating canine joint problems, including a study in 2012, and one in 2019. Boswellia is proving itself to be incredibly effective!

Boswellia is sold in three different forms which are resin, pills, and creams. Each of these applications can help sooth or improve joint health in dogs. You can rub the cream topically on joints to help relieve pain and promote mobility. You can add the pills or resin to your dog’s diet. This will supply Boswellia internally which may help reduce inflammation surrounding the joints.

Additionally, you can opt for convenience and quality and get yourself some CBD dog treats for Joint & Mobility. They are made with Boswellia, along with Turmeric and CBD. That’s 3 amazing ingredients listed here combined into one powerful product to help improve joint health for dogs.

5) Turmeric

The root of the turmeric plant contains a powerful yellowish compound called curcumin with remarkable anti-swelling properties. Numerous studies have indicated that it is highly effective at treating premature joint wear and joint swelling in dogs, including a study from 2003 (with the curcumin in the form of an extract called P54FP), and one from 2017.

There is also research indicating that curcumin is highly effective at treating osteoarthritis when combined with Boswellia. This is why we choose to combine both Tumeric and Boswellia into our Joint and Mobility dog treats. Whether you choose our convenient treats or some other turmeric product always follow the dosage directions that come with your product. 

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