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Dog owner survey: Filling knowledge gaps


Canine arthritis can sneak up on even the most savvy pet parents. To help uncover which aspects of arthritis people need to know more about, American Regent Animal Health partnered with Dogster on the Adequan® Canine Osteoarthritis Awareness Study. The pair published an article revealing the results and sharing information to clear up any misunderstandings. A key takeaway: Even if veterinarians are proactively talking about arthritis, pet parents aren’t necessarily receiving the message. Read the article to see what we can learn from each other to catch arthritis earlier and keep more dogs active longer.

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Making arthritis a walk in the park


In recognition of May as Arthritis Awareness Month, American Regent Animal Health and Adequan® Canine partnered with the Arthritis Foundation to spread the word about canine arthritis. Against the backdrop of the 2022 “Waggers Welcome” Walk to Cure Arthritis on Long Island, NY, Adequan® Canine produced a video news release to raise awareness about the importance of proactively managing canine arthritis.

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Long Island Arthritis Awareness Walk with Dogs

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People and dogs alike experience osteoarthritis, also called degenerative joint disease. And just like us, dogs with osteoarthritis experience deteriorating, painful joints.

Nancy Sorbella, Community Engagement Director for the Arthritis Foundation of NY
Our walks to cure arthritis are signature community events where people can come out and make friends, join other warriors. We also understand that dogs get arthritis too, and so we want to include dogs in our walk with our warriors.

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And osteoarthritis can affect any age of dog, from young dogs to seniors, along with any size and any breed.

Dr. David Dycus, Boarded Veterinary Surgeon In fact, about one in five dogs over the age of one can be affected with osteoarthritis.
In fact, about one in five dogs over the age of one can be affected with osteoarthritis. It's characterized by breakdown of the joint cartilage, as well as damage to the joint tissues and fluid buildup. And over time, that can lead to bone-on-bone contact, as well as inflammation, swelling, and pain. Unfortunately, once the cartilage is worn away, it can't be replaced.

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Dycus says contact your vet immediately if you notice any of these signs of osteoarthritis.

Dr. David Dycus, Boarded Veterinary Surgeon
Showing some stiffness when they get up. Maybe they are reluctant to go on their daily walks or they stop wanting to get on or off the furniture or go up and down stairs. Some dogs may experience limping after exercise or play. We can also see some behavioral changes or maybe they don't want to engage and chase the squirrel like they used to. And sometimes we can see trouble squatting to eliminate or even excessively licking at certain areas.

VO: Walking they say is one of the best treatments.

Catrina Christiansen, Dog Owner, Babylon NY We take walks every day.

Brett Cruickshank, Dog Owner, Dix Hills NY
At least a two to three mile walk every day.

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To manage arthritis your veterinarian may also recommend weight control, nutritional modifications and other lifestyle adjustments, along with medication such as Adequan® Canine.

Dr. Avi Blake, Veterinarian, Adequan Canine
It's the only FDA-approved disease-modifying osteoarthritis drug, or for short, DMOAD, a little easier, designed for dogs. And it can help restore joint lubrication, relieve inflammation, and renew some of those building blocks of healthy articular cartilage. Different from supplements or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which are also commonly used to help manage osteoarthritis in dogs, Adequan Canine can proactively treat the disease process in addition to helping to manage the clinical signs or symptoms of osteoarthritis in dogs. As with any drug or medication, if your veterinarian prescribes Adequan Canine for your dog, discuss any possible side effects, including signs of hypersensitivity to Adequan Canine. Adequan Canine should not be used in dogs with known or suspected bleeding disorders and should be used with caution in dogs with kidney or liver impairment.

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The good news osteoarthritis is very manageable over the long term if identified and addressed in its early stages. Ideally you and your veterinarian will begin talking about your dog's risk of arthritis during the first puppy visits. Visit adequancanine.com for more info including full prescribing information or call 1-800-458-0163 to request a copy.

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Adequan® Canine polysulfated glycosaminoglycan (PSGAG)

INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Adequan® Canine is recommended for intramuscular injection for the control of signs associated with non-infectious degenerative and/or traumatic arthritis of canine synovial joints.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Adequan® Canine should not be used in dogs who are hypersensitive to PSGAG or who have a known or suspected bleeding disorder. It should be used with caution in dogs with renal or hepatic impairment. Adverse reactions in clinical studies (transient pain at injection site, transient diarrhea, and abnormal bleeding) were mild and self-limiting. In post approval experience, death has been reported in some cases; vomiting, anorexia, depression/lethargy and diarrhea have also been reported. The safe use of PSGAG in breeding, pregnant or lactating dogs has not been evaluated. Caution: Federal law restricts this drug to use by or on the order of a licensed veterinarian. For additional safety information, please see full prescribing information.

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For more than 30 years, veterinarians have relied on the American Regent Animal Health family of products to provide solutions that help support joint health in their patients. Our mission is to champion the long-term well-being and mobility of animals, from top athletes to family companions.