My senior dog has arthritis and is deaf. What more can I do?

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My old dog has arthritis and is deaf. I give her Extend which has helped a bit. She is a border collie and will be 15 soon. Is there anything more I can do? Pet's info: Dog | Border Collie | Female | spayed | 14 years and 10 months old

Jennifer Summerfield, DVM CPDT-KA · Accepted Answer

Hi there. Yes, there are many things that can be done to help dogs with arthritis get around more comfortably - including a variety of prescription medications, acupuncture, and laser therapy. I would recommend taking Lucy to the vet for an exam, so that you can discuss some of these options with your veterinarian. There's a good chance that he/she will be able to get her started on some daily medication that will significantly improve her quality of life, and can also talk to you about some of the adjunct treatment options mentioned above if you're interested in pursuing them.

My senior dog has arthritis and is deaf. What more can I do?

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