Magnetic dogs coats or similar

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We have a gorgeous working dog. She will be 6 in March. After a day's shooting she is getting quite stiff. She is absolutely fine a few days later. We have just put her on ymove ( sp) but just wondering if a magnetic rug or similar would be of benefit. She's also a pet so she's in the house, on a comfy bed on front of the fire!
 
I found rambo ionic stuff invaluable for my PSSM mare. I do not believe the hype, but it was the only time she laid down over night when she wore it, and she was much happier, so I dunno. It definitely keeps them warm while being lightweight. I've just bought my 8yr old whippet one a kramer version though, as his issues are in his neck and that one has the high neck collar.

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She needs evaluation by a vet to find out what is causing the stiffness (pain).

If the cause is a chronic degenerative problem such as arthritis then she would most likely benefit from starting on a NSAID. For chronic pain NSAIDs are more effective if given continuously rather than given only when the owner thinks the dog is in pain. The sooner pain relief/anti inflammatories are started the better, to try to avoid the pain progressing to wind up/central sensitisation. You want avoid progression to wind up as long as you can.
 
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skinnydipper said:
How did you get on at the vets?

What did the vet feel was the cause of the stiffness?

Has she been started on any treatment?
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We didn't take her as she was fine after a few days. She went out again Friday and has been fine so perhaps she had just pulled herself or bruised a pad? Will keep a close eye on her. I bought her a jacket to help with circulation etc. If nothing else she loves wearing it!
 
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