Medications can be used for treating dog osteoarthritis, but it cannot be completely cured, it will only help to relieve the signs of the osteoarthritis condition. Medications in the form of pain killers are used for treating dog osteoarthritis. These drugs will help the animals to function normally but are unable to change the pathology of the joints.

You can try out several medications to find the most effective ones which can suit your dog. Many times non steroidal anti inflammatory drugs are prescribed for the treatment of dog osteoarthritis. But the problem with this medicine is that they cannot be taken for a long time otherwise it can give rise to problems like gastrointestinal upsets. These medicines are given to the dog either directly through the mouth or in their food.  Injections can also be used for short term medications. Along with benefits, these drugs are also characterized by certain risk which can be dangerous for dog’s health.

If your dog is suffering from problems related to kidney, heart, liver or gastric ulcers then it is better to avoid the use of these drugs. Take care that you don’t give non steroidal drugs along with steroid. Many times use of steroid is also made to alleviate inflammation caused by erosive osteoarthritis.