08/05/2026
🐾 Osteoarthritis 🐾
Cold weather and reduced activity during winter can make signs of arthritis more noticeable in dogs. You may see;
👉 Stiffness, especially in the morning and/or resting
👉 Slower to get up or lie down
👉 Limping or favouring a leg
👉 Reluctance to jump, climb stairs or go for walks
👉 Sleeping more or seeming grumpy when touched
👉 Slipping more on hard floors
Things that can help during winter
✔️ Keep them warm & dry
✔️ Gentle daily exercises to keep joints moving
✔️ Soft, supportive bedding
✔️ Maintain a healthy weight
✔️ Joint supplements
✔️ Pain relief or arthritis medication prescribed by the vet
If symptoms are worsening, it's worth booking a vet check, as there are many options now to help keep arthritic dogs comfortable.