At just four years old, Rey, a Belgian Malinois, started showing signs of lameness. After an examination and X-rays, her veterinarian diagnosed her with hip dysplasia and severe osteoarthritis (OA). For such a young, active dog, dealing with painful arthritis was certainly not what her family had hoped for. Looking for a way to help Rey feel better and get back to enjoying life, her veterinarian recommended VetStem Cell Therapy.

Osteoarthritis is a common condition in dogs that causes inflammation, pain, and progressive damage to the joints. While it can affect dogs of any age, conditions like hip dysplasia can lead to arthritis much earlier in life. Stem cells offer another treatment option for dogs with OA because of their ability to modulate inflammation, reduce pain, and support the body’s natural healing processes. In fact, according to surveys completed by pet owners and veterinarians, more than 80% of dogs treated with VetStem Cell Therapy for OA experienced an improved quality of life. A peer-reviewed study has also demonstrated reductions in pain and lameness in dogs with chronic hip arthritis following stem cell treatment.

Rey was fortunate to have a wonderful response to treatment! Her owner noticed a difference just days later, sharing that Rey was back to jumping around and enthusiastically greeting visitors at the door. And the improvements didn’t stop there. More than two years later, Rey was still enjoying an active lifestyle. Her owner stated, “It’s been over 2 years since the surgery and it was the best money we have ever spent. She’s been able to keep an active lifestyle (though refined). This absolutely saved our baby girl.”

Stories like Rey’s are why we do what we do. With approximately 1 in 5 dogs affected by OA, there are a lot of pets who could benefit from treatment options that help manage pain and support mobility and don’t just mask symptoms. While every patient is different, VetStem Cell Therapy may help some dogs with arthritis feel better and enjoy a better quality of life.

Curious if your dog could benefit from stem cell therapy? Talk with your veterinarian or visit www.vetstem.com to learn more.

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