What can I give my senior Collie for sore hips and difficulty walking?

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What is good to give my 13 year old Collie for sore hips and joints can't walk up or down steps very cautious walking. Pet's info: Dog | Collie | Female | spayed | 13 years old | 50 lbs

Ricardo Fernandez, DVM · Accepted Answer

Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! I agree that this is possibly arthritis especially if this has been an issue before. Usually this can improved with joint supplements like Cosequin and the food Science Diet j/d. Pain control medications such as NSAIDs and gabapentin can be used on an as needed basis to help with pain. I recommend that you have her evaluated by your veterinarian for further assessment and treatment of this. If they agree that this is likely, they can go ahead and prescribe this to help her. Good luck and have a great day!

What can I give my senior Collie for sore hips and difficulty walking?

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