October 5, 2007
Degenerative joint disease is a condition in which arthritic changes following a primary problem in a joint lead to intermittent lameness. Moderate exercise and weight management are essential tools in helping dogs minimize the effects of degenerative joint disease.
Dr. Amy Fischer is a Teaching Associate in the Companion Animal Biology and Humane Education program, Department of Animal Sciences at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, pets.ansci.uiuc.edu/outreach. Lyrics of Wild Kitty (podtrailer) and Cat’s Chasing Butterflies (podintro) by Marc Gunn, www.catdrinkingsongs.com; All music is traditional.
