Rimadyl

Don't let your senior dog suffer through those golden years with arthritis pain. Ask your veterinarian if they will prescribe Rimadyl for canine arthritis. Your dog will love you even more for it!

Joint problems and torn ligaments are a common occurrence in dogs. Larger dogs are more prone to these types of injuries because of their size. Your vet can advise as to the right medication for pain and inflammation.

You might know that arthritis affects over 70 million adults, but did you know that 11 million dogs also suffer from it? Though Rimadyl has been used for treating canine arthritis, it has side effects.

Veterinarians often prescribe Rimadyl (carprofen) to dogs enduring post-operative pain from soft tissue surgery -- such as spaying or neutering -- and arthritis, according to the medication's manufacturer, Pfizer Animal Health.

Like most human medications, drugs designed for dogs can have side effects ranging in severity from mild to dangerous or even fatal. Rimadyl is no exception.

When you and your dog both have back pain and muscle spasms, you better read more about the medications your veterinarian prescribed before it kills you to share.