Arthritis hits Corgis

[Michael Romanos]

One in five dogs - perhaps higher for Corgis - suffer from arthritis.
Certain factors increase dogs susceptibility to this painful disease.
These include:
1. Genetic predisposition: does not specifically relate to Corgis.
2. Obesity: this is a Corgi problem.
3. Joint abnormalities: hip dysplasia etc
4. Joint stress and trauma: includes injuries that damage ligaments, tissues or bones. High activity and working dogs (farms etc) in demanding repeated stress on their joints.
5. Infections: bacterial, viral and fungal infections on joints; Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain spotted fever.

Remedies include dermaxx and a host of natural products.

[Michael Romanos]

Arthritis is inflammation or swelling in a joint.

Apart from slip-free flooring, climbing aids and a soft bed, a Corgi that has arthritis can be assisited with a more sedate existance - less exciteability, less rambunctious play etc - to help reduce joint pain and inflammation. Also extra time allowed in walking, climbing etc. Don't rush a Corgi with arthritis.