Arthritis (osteoarthritis) is a common cause of chronic pain in dogs, especially seniors. It happens when joint cartilage wears down over time, leading to inflammation, stiffness, and discomfort. While it's progressive and has no cure, early pain management and rehab can dramatically improve your dog's comfort, mobility, and quality of life.

Signs of Dog Arthritis

• Limping or stiffness after rest (often worse in the morning or after naps)

• Reluctance to jump, climb stairs, or play

• Difficulty getting up or lying down

• Reduced activity or "slowing down"

• Licking/chewing at joints

• Muscle loss in affected legs

How We Help at Advanced Care Veterinary Services As a specialty pain and rehab clinic, we focus on multimodal care to reduce inflammation, ease pain, and maintain strength without relying solely on long-term drugs.

Next Steps

If your dog shows any signs above, don't wait—early intervention makes a big difference. Schedule a pain assessment today: Call (972) 394-6422 or use our form.