Is it normal for my dog with hip dysplasia to get tired after play?

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My 8 months labrador has hip dysplasia so I have to limit his activities. Everyday, I just walk him 30’. With complements Glucosamine and Omega 3, He seems fine and walk normally. But When I let him play outside with his friends for around 2-3 hours, he seems to be super exhausted and has to sleep during hours or keeps lying haft of a day to recover. Is this normal? Should I keep him always under complement treatment? This is the only treatment (+ daily massage) he has for his hips. Thank you!! Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Male | unneutered | 7 months and 20 days old | 55 lbs

Kevin Sanada, DVM · Accepted Answer

If Am has always been this tired after the 2-3 hours exercise, then it could definitely be normal for him to be this tired. However, if this is a recent issue, then I would be more concerned about a potential heart problem. Heart disease can cause a dog to tire more easily and be less active. If you think this is the case, then it would be good to take him to the vet to get his heart checked-out. Hip dysplasia can lead to arthritis, but it doesn't always happen. Some dogs can live their whole lives comfortably with hip dysplasia. Arthritis from hip dysplasia would not cause excessive tiredness. Rather, it would cause Am to have trouble getting up and walking/running. If you are not noticing these problems, then it's fine to just keep him on the omega 3's and glucosamine, but it may not be helping anything. Massages and stretching are always good things to do as much as possible. If he is having trouble moving, then he may need some prescription medication and would be worth a visit to the vet for further advice about his specific condition. I hope that helps and all is well with Am.

Is it normal for my dog with hip dysplasia to get tired after play?

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