If your dog is getting older and their hips are hurting, this can be very painful. They may have problems walking or may have a harder time laying down and getting back up again. Fortunately, there are things you can do to help them.  

Use Hip and Joint Dog Soft Chews

There are soft chews that you can purchase at a pet store that are made to keep hips and joints healthy and help with their pain. Being soft and chewable will make it much easier for your dog to eat. The soft chews also have a flavor that your dog may like to make it easier to give to them. 

These soft chews work best for mild to moderate hip pain. They work by supporting mobility and maintaining healthy joint function. Many of these soft chews are made with healthy ingredients and contain prebiotics, and antioxidants to help your dog have a stronger immune system and help with their digestion. This is especially beneficial because you have an elderly dog. 

Talk to your dog's veterinarian to get more information on these soft chews. They can tell you the best pet store to purchase them from, the strength to purchase, and how often to give it to them, which is commonly one soft chew per day. 

Things You Can Do

Besides giving your dog hip and joint soft chews there are things you can do at home to help your dog feel better. First, give them a soft bed to lay in. This may make it easier for them to get up and down. If your dog is overweight, this puts extra pressure on their hips and joints. Help them lose weight by feeding them the right amount of food. Your vet can help you with this. 

You also need to restrict exercise with your dog as it will be painful for them. You could go on walks but walk slowly. Watch your dog for signs of pain and they will tell you when it is time to stop. If you have younger dogs that jump on your elderly dog keep them away when they are playing or is very active. Your vet may also suggest taking your dog to a physical therapist.

Your vet can do many tests to determine why your dog is having pain in their hips and joints. The vet may also prescribe pain medication or an anti-inflammatory, including Hip & Joint Dog Soft Chewables.