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Dog food for a young dog with angular limb deformities and arthritis?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed | Male | neutered | 2 years and 1 month old | 17 lbs

Hi I was wondering the best dog food in your opinion for a dog that has severe angular limb deformities, he’s two years old and we want to find the best and most natural food for him.

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on January 16th, 2018

The best food is likely going to be Hill's j/d prescription diet. The biggest issue with dogs that have these deformities is that they are more susceptible to getting arthritis. Hill's j/d has supplements and added nutrients to help with arthritis and is good for controlling weight (a crucial part of preventing arthritis). I hope that helps and all is well with Opie.

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