German Shepherd Hip Pain: Solved! (9 Easy Steps)
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The 9 Best German Shepherd Hip Pain Home Remedies
German Shepherds are unfortunately prone to hip dysplasia, which occurs when the hip joints form abnormally as puppies.
German Shepherds are also prone to developing hip pain due to their larger size which can place extra pressure on the joints.
Thankfully, we can take steps to ensure our dog’s quality of life is maintained, and that they remain comfortable.
1. Make sure your German Shepherd is kept warm since cold temperatures can affect your dog’s joints.
During the winter months, place extra cozy blankets in their bed area.
Padded mats are also great for them to lay on if they like to alternate between the bed and the floor.
2. It’s also important to keep your German Shepherd hydrated.
Water helps to maintain the sponginess of cartilage.
For an extra burst of hydration, consider adding moisture-rich foods into their bowls like cucumber and fresh carrots.
3. Gently massaging your dog’s hips and surrounding areas can also help.
Massaging while grooming with a specialized mitt works great, but using your hands while having a cuddle is fine too.
To avoid causing extra pain, massage the affected area using long, gliding strokes that aren’t applying too much pressure.
4. You can also consider taking your dog to water therapy.
GSDs are known for being young at heart and will keep their playful spirit throughout all of their lives.
A great way for them to release pent-up aggression without causing any undue pressure on their hip joints is through swimming.
5. Also be sure to cover slippery floors.
Slipping can make hip pain worse, and could even cause an increase in inflammation.
6. Adding anti-inflammatory nutrients into your dog’s diet can also help.
Safe foods that you can give your German Shepherd are papaya, very small amounts of ginger, and blueberries.
7. Heating pads are another great pain reliever.
Heat has the ability to decrease inflammation and help to soothe joint pain and will improve the circulation surrounding the hip joints.
If you don’t want to use a heating pad, then you could opt for a large heating mat that’ll be big enough for your dog to lay on.
8. You should also continue taking your dog on regular walks where it can set the pace.
Light to moderate exercise will help keep your dog fit, while also helping increase the health of its joints.
Frequent and short walks on soft ground that last around 15 minutes are also better than longer walks.
9. Turmeric powder has also shown positive effects on reducing inflammation.
But since it doesn’t have the greatest taste, many owners opt for turmeric supplement pills.
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ARTICLE OF THE WEEK
The 9 Best German Shepherd Dog Toys for Playtime
We all know that a large and energetic dog like a German Shepherd needs to be kept entertained.
A bored GSD is typically a disaster waiting to happen...
A few well-chosen dog toys can make your life a lot easier.
And given their size and strength, we've only gone over the most durable options.
These toys can serve as a stand-in for those times when you're not around, or are unable to play with your dog.
But remember - there's no substitute for human interaction!
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FEATURED VIDEO OF THE WEEK
How To Treat German Shepherd Ear Infections
When it comes to ear infections, there’s good news for German Shepherd owners.
The shape of a dog’s ears can influence the chances of getting an ear infection.
Therefore, dogs with upright ears are not especially prone to ear infections as much as floppy-eared dogs.
But this doesn’t necessarily mean they’ll never get an ear infection.
In this video, we’ll be taking a look at:
- types of ear infections
- how to handle them
- how to reduce the risks for your GSD
- and much more!
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GSD HERO OF THE WEEK
Hero German Shepherd Saves Owner's Life By Leading Cops To Site Of Car Crash
A hero dog has managed to save its owner's life by leading police officers to the site of the horrible car crash.
The German Shepherd named Tinsley was spotted on the Interstate 89 highway in Vermont this week by passers-by who quickly called state troopers.
The cops soon found the pooch at 10pm, but as they approached, Tinsley darted back down the road.
They could tell that Tinsley was leading them somewhere important.
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We would like to take this opportunity to raise awareness for www.newbeginningsrescue.com.
This is a rescue charity that does amazing work to raise awareness for the thousands of GSDs needing homes across the USA.
They're a national rescue of 17 years and have a sister rescue in LA that is a GSD rescue as well.
They do need help getting the word out that they're trying to find fosters in all states.
They also need drivers to get these amazing dogs from point A to point B in those areas.
They help countless medical cases and heartworm positive dogs and always need donations from other animal lovers as well.
Please visit their website for more information and to find out how you can help!
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