Arthritis is a marathon, not a single vet visit. Follow along in order.
From recognizing the early signs to living well with a chronic diagnosis — in the order that actually helps, not a random order across the site.
Start here — how to recognize joint pain in dogs and cats (cats hide it far more), what actually causes it, and the home changes that help before anything else.
Once you know what you're dealing with, this covers what kind of movement actually helps — and where popular options like hydrotherapy have thinner evidence than their popularity suggests.
What a vet visit adds beyond home care — NSAIDs, the newer injectable options, and an honest look at an active safety concern worth knowing before that conversation.
Arthritis is a long-term condition, not a one-time fix — print this and log how things change week to week, especially after starting any new treatment.