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Ali Lehman / December 3, 2021

Why Try An All Natural Remedy For Dog Leg Weakness

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Dog leg weakness can be caused by a number of things including injury, arthritis, and degenerative myelopathy.

Symptoms of dog hind leg weakness include:

  • A swaying gait, with the rear end moving back and forth
  • “Bunny hopping”, especially up the stairs
  • Difficulty getting up
  • Exercise intolerance
  • Pain and stiffness in the rear end
  • Reluctance to walk, run, climb stairs, jump, or play
  • Sitting in a “frog” position with one leg splayed out

Luckily, herbal medicine offers a natural remedy for dog leg weakness.

Dog Leg Weakness Causes

Arthritis

Firstly, arthritis is the #1 cause of chronic pain in dogs.

The common joint disease causes deterioration of joint cartilage, resulting in a loss of lubrication between the joints.

When joints lose lubrication, the body tries to produce more synovial fluid resulting in joint swelling.

When left untreated, joints break down causing small fractures and bone spurs to develop.

The friction and bone spurs cause pain as the joint capsule stretches and rubs against nerves and bone.

Secondly, arthritis affects 20% of dogs over 1 year of age.

Thirdly, arthritis affects both quality and length of life.

Fourthly, at least 31% of dog owners say bone and joint problems are an issue for their pet.

Lastly, arthritis is in the “Top 10” veterinary diagnoses for dogs over 7 years old.

There are many quick and easy changes you can make at home to help you give your dog an edge on easing dog arthritis pain.

First, learn more about dog arthritis.

Furthermore, try cooking for your dog or feeding a high-quality dog food.

Home-cooked diets and wet food help keep your pet from gaining too much weight.

Moreover, less weight means less stress on your dog’s bones and joints.

Ease your dog’s discomfort naturally. Provide joint support.

Hip Dysplasia

Canine hip dysplasia is a common cause of limping and lameness in larger dogs.

Hip dysplasia is an abnormal formation of the hip socket and is a genetic trait aggravated by environmental factors.

Most importantly, hip dysplasia often eventually causes arthritis and dog leg weakness.

Degenerative Myelopathy

Firstly, degenerative myelopathy is a disease affecting the spinal cord, resulting in slowly progressive dog leg weakness.

It affects the back legs, causing muscle weakness and loss of coordination.

Furthermore, these symptoms may appear to be arthritis.

Some dogs drag one or both rear paws when they walk.

Lastly, dragging can cause their nails to be worn down.

How To Alleviate Dog Leg Weakness Naturally

Kan Essentials Four Marvels is an herbal blend created specifically to address dog leg weakness.

Cang-zhu Atractylodes Rhizome

Most importantly, chemicals in atractylodes might reduce pain, swelling, and inflammation.

Achyranthes Root

According to one study, ancient records say roasted Achyranthes is recommended to reinforce the muscles and bones.

Job’s Tears Seed

Veterinarians trained in herbal medicine prescribe Job’s tears in certain cases of chronic arthritis to increase joint range of movement.

Additionally, it is used to specifically treat joint pain that worsens in damp weather.

Phellodendron Bark

Most importantly, practitioners prescribe phellodendron bark to reduce inflammation and dampness, especially for dog leg weakness.

Seeking an all-natural remedy for dog leg weakness? Try Kan Essentials Four Marvels.

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