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Mobility Changes

It's a commonly known fact that cats like to hang out in high places. Cats are known for their abilities to jump and climb all manner of tall surfaces. However, just like in humans, arthritic changes can begin to occur as cats get older and they may lose that intrinsic ability that comes with being a cat. It’s hard to watch that change in our pets, but with treatment, those changes can be slowed down or controlled, allowing your pet to live life comfortably again.

 When taking care of an elderly cat at home it’s important to look out for signs of pain or stiffness that these changes can cause. A few signs that your cat may be starting to have arthritic changes are:

  • Being hesitant or refusing to jump up and down from tall surfaces.

  • Limping

  • Licking excessively at paws

  • Lowered activity levels

Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine, we have treatments for feline arthritis that can help get your cat back to a comfortable state. 

Glucosamine

Glucosamine is a generic nutraceutical supplement that has been used for many years to help support joint function and mobility. In its natural form, glucosamine is a compound found in joint cartilage. Cartilage cells use glucosamine to produce other compounds called glycosaminoglycans (GAG) that keep joint fluid healthy. Glucosamine supplements are a great starting point in pain management as they are very safe and can slow down the progression of arthritis symptoms. 

Solensia

Solensia is the first, and as of right now only, monoclonal antibody therapy for the treatment of osteoarthritis in cats. It is a once monthly injection that can help control pain and improve mobility. Over a three-month clinical trial, 77% of cat owners found that Solensia worked for their cat and helped them get back to their normal selves.

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