Updated On February 28th, 2017
Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 11 years and 3 months old | 65 lbs
Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS 102
Veterinarian
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He does sound like he is in pain, and this may be caused by arthritis. Arthritis is common in older dogs. I would take Moti into the vet for an exam. The vet can diagnose if he is suffering from arthritis, and can give him some pain meds for it. Rimadyl (an NSAID) is a good drug to give to help with the symptoms of arthritis. I also recommend giving him glucosamine or chondroitin sulfate supplements. They provide the necessary nutrients for cartilage repair and function. Use of them helps relieve some of the symptoms of arthritis, and you can use it in conjuction with Rimadyl to help maximize relief from his symptoms.
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