Our pets suffer from the pain and swelling of arthritis just like we do-but they can't tell us that something is wrong. You see that something is a little different with their behavior. Once boisterous and full of energy, your pet may now seem to slow down, have some difficulty walking, tire easily, seem less exuberant or even restless. They may even shy away from doing one of their favorite things such as being reluctant to jump up into your lap or even go outside for a walk. Healthy dogs and cats usually LOVE to run and play; but if your pet suffers from joint pain, it can start a vicious cycle. They no longer feel much like moving...and the less they move their joints, the stiffer and more painful they become.

Continued exercise is important for joint health and you see that your family friend is sitting around in pain not getting their daily exercise and this makes you feel helpless, doesn't it? Pet Bounce can help naturally relieve the discomfort that puts your pet on the sidelines so he or she feels more like getting up and around and back to enjoying life! Pet Bounce is an all-natural, plant-based homeopathic blend designed to help alleviate the symptoms your pet may be experiencing safely and without side effects.


Is Your Pet in Pain?

Animals naturally hide their pain. Pets may be suffering even though they don't show obvious signs. AAHA/AAFP Pain Management Guidelines have decoded signs of animal suffering and ways to relieve it.

To protect themselves from predators, animals naturally hide their pain. Your pet may be suffering even though he isn't showing obvious signs. Advancements in veterinary science have decoded subtle telltale signs of animal distress. Observing your pet's behavior is vital to managing his or her pain.

How well do you know your pet? Use these five clues from the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA) to help you understand your pet's body language.

Clue 1—Abnormal chewing habits

If your pet is showing abnormal chewing habits, such as dropping its food or chewing on one side of the mouth, it may have a dental disorder or a mouth tumor. Additional signs may include weight loss, bad breath or excessive face rubbing. Routine dental checkups are important to prevent and treat dental disorders and related pain.

Clue 2—Drastic weight gain or loss

Pain directly influences your pet's weight and eating habits. Animals carrying excess weight have an increased chance of tearing ligaments and damaging joints. Pets with arthritis or muscle soreness may not want to access their food because bending over is uncomfortable. Arthritis pain may also cause pets to gain weight while their eating habits remain the same due to lack of exercise. Pain can also cause animals to loose their appetites which will lead to weight loss.

Clue 3—Avoids affection or handling

Did Ms. Kitty used to be active and energetic, but now sits quietly around the house? Avoiding affection or handling may be a sign of a progressive disease such as osteoarthritis or intervertebral disc disease. Although your pet may appear to be normal before petting or handling it, the added pressure applied to its body may expose sensitive and painful areas. Hiding is also a sign of pain. Because the animal is hurting, she will hide to avoid a vulnerable position (this allows the pet to prevent painful interactions).

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