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\"\"It may only be November, but the cold weather has made an early appearance this year.\u00a0 With the blowing snow and frigid temperatures, it’s easy for us to fall into a routine of warming up under a blanket by the fire or reading a book with a cup of coffee.\u00a0 Many times, our pets don’t want to go outside any more than we do.\u00a0 When we become sedentary, it can be harsh on our joints.\u00a0 This is also true for our pets.\u00a0 Just like our doctor encourages us to get exercise and take vitamins, there are several things you can do to keep your pet’s joints healthy as well.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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1.\u00a0 Exercise<\/strong>.\u00a0 Take advantage of those\u00a0warm, sunny days when they are here by taking your dog for a short walk.\u00a0 Keep your dog\u00a0active<\/p>\n

indoors with interactive games.\u00a0 Try hiding treats throughout the house and encourage him to sniff out the treats.\u00a0 Play fetch or tug if you have a room big enough.\u00a0\u00a0Doggy daycare<\/a>\u00a0is another\u00a0good way to get them exercise and stimulation with other dogs.<\/p>\n

2. Synovi G4:<\/strong>\u00a0 This is a chewable supplement filled with glucosamine, turmeric and antioxidants to help keep your pet’s joints healthy.\u00a0 It’s as easy\u00a0as giving him a treat!\u00a0 We carry these supplements in the clinic and are\"\" easily purchased with a prescription at SDMVC.<\/p>\n

3. Acupuncture:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0This can help with a variety of health problems in pets.\u00a0\u00a0Acupuncture<\/a> is performed by the insertion of fine needles into specific points on the body to stimulate specific points on the body.\u00a0 It can be very beneficial for dogs that have joint pain.\u00a0 We offer acupuncture at South Des Moines Veterinary Center with Dr. Franck.<\/p>\n

4. Therapeutics:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0We have a wide variety of prescription medications that can help your dog’s joints if needed from anti-inflammatory medications to pain medications.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

If you would like to discuss your pet’s joint health care, set up an appointment today!\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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