Pet Lover's Guide to Canine Arthritis and Joint Problems |  | Authors: Kurt Schulz, Brian Beale, Donald Hulse
Publisher: Saunders
Category: Book
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Sales Rank: 528677
Media: Paperback
Edition: 1
Pages: 256
Number Of Items: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.3
Dimensions (in): 9.8 x 5.3 x 0.8
ISBN: 1416026142
Dewey Decimal Number: 636
EAN: 9781416026143
ASIN: 1416026142
Publication Date: August 29, 2005
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Product Description
Part of the Pet Lovers Guide series, this handbook covers the most common joint disease in dogs osteoarthritis its causes, and its surgical and medical treatment in a non-technical, informative, and useful manner. Part I explains what osteoarthritis is, its signs, causes, and an examination of common findings by radiograph and other imaging techniques, joint fluid analysis, and arthroscopy. Part II covers treatment options, including nutrition and weight management, exercise, physical therapy, medications and other supplements, and finally, surgical interventions. Part III covers arthritis in the various joints (shoulder, elbow, carpus, hip, knee, and hock). Part IV deals with treatments for severe arthritis, including steroids, arthrodesis, amputation, euthanasia, and alternative therapies (acupuncture, chiropractic, and herbal medicine). * Full--color line art and photographs make it easy for the reader to see and learn about joints, injection sites, and mobility dysfunction, while a cartoon dog illustrates some of the texts key topics in a useful and entertaining manner. * Special boxes labeled "Where We Stand" present the authors strong opinions on specific (sometimes controversial) issues in a highlighted, easy-to-find format. * Key terms are highlighted, making them easy to locate and reference these terms are also included in the glossary with clear, simple definitions. * Important information is bulleted and placed in a shaded box, bringing the main points to the readers attention in a quick and useful way. * Rear and front limb rehabilitation programs are shown in tables, identifying appropriate exercises and modalities for specific problems. * Profiles of specific exercises present step-by-step instructions for owners on how to perform particular exercises with their pet
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Helpful Guide September 12, 2009
krsaggie (Houston)
This guide has been extremely helpful in understanding and dealing with the arthritis in our 14 year old dog. It is the only thing I found that specified the recommended dosages of supplements. Unfortunately my library did not carry it so I bought it, but it is also handy to keep as a reference.
Best Owner Reference For Dog Orthopedic Issues June 5, 2009
Ray Leisner (Prattville, AL, USA)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
The bottom line is that dog owners most often approach this subject matter when there are hard decisions to be made. This book adds a lot of clarity to that process.
Our Vet loaned us his copy to read over the weekend. We were so impressed we ordered our own.
Although it is slightly dated, this book is by far the most clear and comprehensive reference on the subject we've ever seen.
The writing is clear and understandable by the layman. The many illustrations are very well done.
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