Arthritis can be due to genetics, poor breeding (although arguably this could be down to genetics also), being overweight, small breeds with short legs and long backs, large breeds, old age and of course general wear and tear with extremely active dogs.

Extensive research in humans has shown certain foods such as wheat, gluten, dairy, legumes and rice can cause issues in the integrity of the gut lining called the ‘one cell epithelial’. ‘Leaky gut syndrome’ has been linked to many inflammatory conditions such as arthritis.

A specific raw/ketogenic diet, herbs and nutraceuticals can significantly reduce inflammation, stiffness, pain and further degradation.