Arthritis
How to make the most out of your vet visit
Go with a list of questions, focus on the thing that is most important, talk to the receptionist, take something with you for him to lie on if you’re worried the floor is slippery, release him from the leash so he can relax in consult room, take his favourite treats with you, send email in advance if you have a list (ie these are things I like to cover), videos of your pets moving.
Symptoms to look out for or when you should see your vet for a consult.
Struggling to rise from lying down, struggling to climb stairs/ jump up the car.
Any signs of limping that is acute or chronic.
Signs of pain, wincing or flinching, biting, or behaving out of sorts
Change in posture or gait.
Medications no longer helping or side effects such as vomiting or diarrhoea.
Wanting advice on management at home such as housing, environmental, activity changes, physiotherapy, injections, weight management etc.
Senior care i.e nails, coat, joint supplements, blood tests