The Importance of Consistent Supplementation A high-quality joint supplement may seem like magic the way they may breathe new life into an aggravated joint, giving a dog back their mobility and helping them heal following an orthopedic surgery. However, joint supplements aren’t a magic wand that, with a poof of sparkle, has your pup immediately…
What You Need to Know About MSM for Dogs: Common FAQs You may have heard great things about MSM for dogs, and with very good reason. But you may still have several questions about this sulfur-rich compound. Officially known as methylsulfonylmethane, MSM has primarily been used to enhance dog joint health, although its benefits extend…
TopDog New Developments Make Dog Health Easier (and More Fun) Although dogs tend to dig a routine, they’re also apt to get excited when you introduce them to something new. TopDog Health & Rehabilitation is bringing on the excitement with new developments – including a new look and brand new products – all designed to…
If your dog is regularly taking joint supplements, there is some good news and could-be-better news. The good news is that quality dog joint supplements can be helpful for your dog’s overall health, mobility and well-being. The could-be-better news is that the amount of MSM in the typical dog supplement is not enough to reap…
When it comes to dog supplements, ingredients matter. But something else matters just as much, if not more. That something else is your dog’s ability to access the nutrients from those ingredients. Nutrients in dog supplements are less absorbable than nutrients found in food, which is why you often see supplements containing astronomical amounts of…
When your dog is in pain, your first impulse may be to help relieve it. That impulse is a beneficial one if it results in a trip to the vet and a recommendation for the right pain medication for dogs. But that impulse can be disastrous if you decide to treat the pain yourself with…
ACL tears are the most common orthopedic injury in dogs, and it’s estimated that between 30% and 50% of dogs who tear one ACL will tear the other ACL within a few years. Why is this? Let’s take a closer look. What happens when a dog tears their ACL? When a dog tears their ACL…
The short answer is, yes! Heat therapy is an easy and effective way to relieve pain associated with injury, surgery, or chronic conditions like arthritis. Let’s get into more detail: How It Works Heat therapy works by improving the circulation and blood flow to the affected area. This increased blood flow promotes healing by supplying…
The unfortunate answer to this question is yes, small dogs can get hip dysplasia. While it’s certainly more common in large and giant breed dogs, certain breeds of small and medium-sized dogs are also prone to developing the disease. In ascending order from most affected (Pugs) to least affected (Tibetan Terrier) Small dogs that are…
