Osteoarthritis is extremely common in dogs and frequently goes undetected until advanced, causing prolonged periods of untreated chronic pain.
Canine osteoarthritis causes chronic pain that progressively limits mobility and quality of life. The stoic nature of dogs means many owners attribute early signs like reduced play or reluctance to climb stairs to simple aging rather than pain. Early detection through regular owner observation and veterinary screening enables earlier intervention, better pain control, and slower disease progression.