Our question this week was:Dr. Jon, Will massaging sore joint(s) on my dog help relieve painBiocaine 4ozTomlyn Biocaine (4 oz) is a First Aid Lotion for dogs and cats relieves pain and stops wound chewing, licking and scratching. Painless and soothing to..., until the joint supplements kick in? Thank YouCeleste TrapuzzanoAnswerHi – thanks for your email. You asked will massage of a sore joint help relieve pain? The answer is.... I'm not sure. To be honest –the joint is a good distance from the skin and most massages don't make much impact on the joint. However, your dog might like it and it might take his mind off his pain. I don't think it will hurt anything as long as he does not act aggressive toward you (if he is painful). Making sure he has a warm comfortable padded bed and plenty of rest are other things that you can do to help. An article that might be helpful to you is How to Give Your Dog a Massage.Best of luck! Dr. Jon Send Us Your QuestionI will choose five questions a week and will publish the answers.
Is your dog stiff and sore? Maybe a little crabby? A massage may be what he needs to keep him calm and relaxed and help develop a strong human animal bond.
Massage, the soothing sensation of simple touch of the fur or skin to the manipulation of muscle tissue, has shown a benefit for humans and for the domestic and wild animal. It works in conjunction with...
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