PET TIPS Cats & Arthritis - Symptoms, Treatments & Making Them Comfortable
Season 2, Episode 1299, Oct 27, 03:36 PM
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In this episode of PET TIPS, host Nanette Wiser looks at arthritis in cats - symptoms, treatments and making them comfortable. As always, consult a licensed vet when you have concerns or questions about your fur-baby.
THE TOPIC Cat arthritis is a common condition that causes painful joints and makes moving uncomfortable. There is no cure for cat arthritis, but you can take steps to make your cat feel better. SYMPTOMS Usually, the bones in your cat’s body slide past each other easily and are protected by a healthy joint fluid and cartilage. When a cat has arthritis, the smooth surface is worn down, and the bones grind against each other like sandpaper. Learn more in this podcast.
THE TOPIC Cat arthritis is a common condition that causes painful joints and makes moving uncomfortable. There is no cure for cat arthritis, but you can take steps to make your cat feel better. SYMPTOMS Usually, the bones in your cat’s body slide past each other easily and are protected by a healthy joint fluid and cartilage. When a cat has arthritis, the smooth surface is worn down, and the bones grind against each other like sandpaper. Learn more in this podcast.
- Reluctance or hesitance to jump up or down
- Difficulty going up or down stairs
- Limping
- Stiffness in the legs, especially after resting or sleeping
- Difficulty using their litter box
- Irritability
- Reduced levels of activity
- Less time spent on their grooming
- Reduced height when jumping
- Hiding or sleeping more than normal
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