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Welcome to this month's issue of The Pet Arthritis Chronicle. Please pass this along to your friends!

Table of Contents:

1. Content from The Pet Arthritis Resource Center
2. Storm Season and your Pet
3. Pet Arthritis Message Boards

Arthritis Pain Relief For Dogs – Simple Home Remedies That Work Did you know that arthritis affects one in five dogs over the age of seven? It is a painful condition that affects the joints and can occur in your pet’s neck, hips, shoulders, elbows and back. Do Not Blame the Vet When Rimadyl® was introduced in 1997 it was called a "miracle drug" for treating arthritis in family pets. And, other drug companies followed with their own offerings of similar drugs.* A total of four major brands compete in this business. The Myth of 100% Complete Processed Pet Foods Every day, people by the millions pour food from a package into their pet’s bowl. Day in and day out, meal after meal, pets get the same fare. This strange phenomenon is not only widely practiced, but done by loving owners who believe they are doing the right thing.

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Storm Season and your Pet

Having lived through a massive hurricane last year that took a large part of my house, I am a little sensitive to this issue. Since we are in hurricane season and it doesn't end until November, I wanted to add a few points that I made before. (They are worth noting even if you do not live in a hurricane prone area as I do.)

If you think you can't cope….how about your pets?
There are all kinds of horrendous storms that can strike very quickly. It certainly is not limited to hurricanes. The most common problem is that people do not react quickly. They wait until the last minute to either try to outrun the storm or hunker down.

Preparing for Any Emergency Storm
As human beings, we are equipped to follow the guidelines that storm-conscious forecasters give us. Namely to have ample supplies of water, food, flashlights and anything else you might need to keep you going. It is a different story for our pets and especially those with arthritis.

Pets Sense when Trouble is Coming
Whether it is through some "sensory" perception or just the way we behave, pets know when bad weather is coming. Of course, pets become agitated and restless; they look to us for guidance and help.

Emergency Provisions
It is a good idea to put together an emergency package of supplies to help our pets get through these storms. I recommend keeping one ready in a large foam container that has smaller containers inside it. Now, that means food (and something to open the food with); water bottles; and of course, a supply of liquid glucosamine. Any other medications can be added to this package as well.

It takes just a little effort on your part to do this. (The same is true of putting together emergency supplies for yourself and for your family as well.) The problem is that people just do not take the time to prepare until we are faced with the reality that disaster is about to strike.

Pain Issues
Storms cause stress. Pets with arthritis are going to demonstrate even more pain during these kinds of events because they feel that stress. That is why it is a good idea to keep a little extra liquid glucosamine in these kits. (Of course, any other medications that may be needed as well should be included.) For those that do not want to add a full bottle, buy a secure plastic container to avoid leakage.

This should be the last item you place in the kit. I say that because you want fresh product on hand.

Travel?
Some types of storms require you to just go to a secure area in your home or to a public shelter. That is an issue, so be prepared to locate those shelters that harbor pets during a storm.

If you are "on the run" in an automobile, I would also advise checking the internet for "pet friendly" hotels or motels. It can be a little discouraging to be fighting to find a place to stay when rooms are overbooked and there is no room at the Inn for your pet.

This is about safety and comfort. Just take this tip. It is better to plan in advance and be prepared to move plans into action before a storm strikes. I speak from experience on that front.

See you next time.

For information on arthritis in pets visit our site at http://www.arthritis-cats-dogs.com

For information on glucosamine and the leading products read The Guide to Glucosamine Products. Or you can learn more about glucosamine formula Syn-flex®, our recommended glucosamine product.

A feature to our Pet Arthritis Resource Center is the Pet Arthritis Message Board. You can post messages, ask questions, learn more, and meet friends. You can post messages in any of the following sections.

Dogs

• Canine Hip Dysplasia
• Arthritis in Dogs
• Glucosamine for Dogs

Cats

• Feline Hip Dysplasia
• Glucosamine for Cats
• Arthritis in Cats

Other Animals

• Arthritis in Other Animals

Here's a few sample posts from the Forum...

sandra
Posted on 14 Aug 2005

Hi again,, Yup he's big,,not the biggest line of rotties, but big enough for us,,he's 9 years old and has such a baby face people think he is still a puppy. people are scared of him though, just like I was before I owned one..don't blame them either..He is so protective over the my kids it's unreal..You can not go near them if Schultz(that's our dogs name,real germany don't you think?? haha) if he does not know you...He is close to 90lbs,, Thanks so much for your help.. we were on the right track with giving him the dosage.. Except the for the first month which I will talk to my husband about.. So I guess all the other additives are ok?? I guess they are since we can take them, but I wanted to make sure since there are some things dogs cannot have that we can have,, Thanks so much for your advice.. What kind of dog do you have??

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