Signs of arthritis in cats, Geelong

June 22, 2015

As your cat grows older, you may notice they are less agile than their younger years. Usually, it’s just a normal part or aging, but sometimes it can be a sign of osteoarthritis.

1 in 3 cats suffer from osteoarthritis and this increases with age

Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease, which is primarily caused by general wear
and tear of cartilage within joints over time, leading to inflammation, pain and decreased quality of life.

Unfortunately, osteoarthritis in cats remains largely under diagnosed and untreated. Cats naturally disguise pain and discomfort, so they do not show obvious signs. You can play
an important part in identifying osteoarthritis by recognising subtle changes in your
cat’s behaviour. We hope to make you more aware of the common signs of osteoarthritis
so it can be detected early to give your cat the best possible outcome.

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If your cat is diagnosed with osteoarthritis you have the choice of using oral medications and/or Hills Prescription Diet J/D Feline. This diet goes beyond targeting pain and works to reduce inflammation. In cats Hills Prescription Diet J/D Feline is clinically proven to help cats become more active in 28 days. It’s also formulated with high levels of DHA to nourish cartilage. Plus you are feeding your cat a complete and balanced diet. Talk to our staff if you would like more information about this product.

Learn more about the signs of osteoarthritis at catswitharthritis.com