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Cruciate ligament, kneecap, hip: the common causes, what to do at home and when to see the vet.</description><pubDate>Tue, 27 Oct 2026 06:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Dog limping on front leg: causes, what to do and when to see the vet</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/dog-limping-front-leg/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/dog-limping-front-leg/</guid><description>Is your dog limping on a front leg? Toes, wrist, elbow or shoulder: the common causes of a dog limping on front leg, what helps and when to see the vet.</description><pubDate>Fri, 23 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Collagen for dogs: hydrolysed or type II, what does it do for joints?</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/collagen-for-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/collagen-for-dogs/</guid><description>Collagen for dogs: the difference between hydrolysed and type II (UC-II) collagen, what studies show for joints, amounts studied and practical advice.</description><pubDate>Tue, 20 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>nutrition</category></item><item><title>Glucosamine for dogs: what does it do and what do the studies say?</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/glucosamine-for-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/glucosamine-for-dogs/</guid><description>Glucosamine for dogs: its role in cartilage, what the studies show, combining it with chondroitin, how long to give it and the precautions worth knowing.</description><pubDate>Fri, 16 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>nutrition</category></item><item><title>Omega-3 for dogs: benefits, sources and how to choose the right one</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/omega-3-for-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/omega-3-for-dogs/</guid><description>Omega-3 for dogs: what studies show for arthritis, EPA and DHA, fish oil or salmon oil, the amounts studied and how to choose a good-quality product.</description><pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 05:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>nutrition</category></item><item><title>Arthritis in dogs: symptoms, treatment and how to help your dog every day</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/arthritis-in-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/arthritis-in-dogs/</guid><description>Stiff mornings, limping, shorter walks: how to spot arthritis in dogs, the treatments your vet can offer and practical ways to help your dog at home.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Cruciate ligament rupture in dogs: symptoms, surgery or not, and recovery</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/cruciate-ligament-rupture-in-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/cruciate-ligament-rupture-in-dogs/</guid><description>Dog limping on a back leg? Cruciate ligament rupture in dogs: the signs, whether to operate, TPLO, TTA or lateral suture, and a recovery timeline.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Dog limping: possible causes, what to do and when to see the vet</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/dog-limping/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/dog-limping/</guid><description>Is your dog limping but still putting weight on the leg, or not at all? Common causes, what to do straight away and the signs that mean a trip to the vet.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Dog physiotherapy and hydrotherapy: what they do and what to expect</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/dog-physiotherapy-and-hydrotherapy/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/dog-physiotherapy-and-hydrotherapy/</guid><description>Dog physiotherapy explained: rehab exercises, underwater treadmill, swimming, laser. What it helps, what a session involves, costs and finding a practitioner.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>exercices</category></item><item><title>Exercises for dogs with arthritis: 10 gentle routines to do at home</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/exercises-for-dogs-with-arthritis/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/exercises-for-dogs-with-arthritis/</guid><description>Exercises for dogs with arthritis: 10 gentle routines to do at home, a warm-up, a 7-day plan and the warning signs that mean it’s time to stop a session.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>exercices</category></item><item><title>Green-lipped mussel for dogs: benefits, what the science says and how much to give</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/green-lipped-mussel-for-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/green-lipped-mussel-for-dogs/</guid><description>Green-lipped mussel for dogs (Perna canaliculus): what it contains, what the studies really show, powder or extract, amounts studied and precautions.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>nutrition</category></item><item><title>Hip dysplasia in dogs: symptoms, diagnosis, treatment and everyday life</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/hip-dysplasia-in-dogs/</guid><description>Swaying gait, bunny hopping, struggling to get up: how to spot hip dysplasia in dogs, understand hip scoring, weigh up treatment and manage daily life.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Home adaptations for a senior or arthritic dog: 12 simple ideas</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/senior-dog-home-adaptations/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/senior-dog-home-adaptations/</guid><description>Senior dog slipping on tiles or struggling with the stairs? 12 simple home adaptations: non-slip rugs, ramps, an orthopaedic bed and the right bowls.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>senior</category></item><item><title>IVDD in dogs (slipped disc): warning signs, breeds at risk and treatment</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/ivdd-in-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/ivdd-in-dogs/</guid><description>IVDD in dogs: the warning signs, breeds at risk (dachshund, French bulldog), when it’s an emergency, and whether surgery or strict crate rest is best.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Joint supplements for dogs: how to choose the right one (ingredients, labels, how long to wait)</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/joint-supplements-for-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/joint-supplements-for-dogs/</guid><description>Joint supplements for dogs: which ingredients have the best evidence, how to read the label, pitfalls to avoid and how long to wait before judging.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>nutrition</category></item><item><title>Large breed puppy joints: how to protect them while your puppy grows</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/large-breed-puppy-joints/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/large-breed-puppy-joints/</guid><description>Stairs, exercise, feeding and screening: practical advice to protect your large breed puppy’s joints throughout growth, from 8 weeks to adulthood.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>chiot</category></item><item><title>Luxating patella in dogs: grades, symptoms and treatment</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/luxating-patella-in-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/luxating-patella-in-dogs/</guid><description>Does your dog skip for a few steps, then carry on as normal? Luxating patella in dogs: grades 1 to 4, symptoms, surgery or not, and what helps at home.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item><item><title>Massage for dogs with arthritis: simple techniques, heat and what to avoid</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/massage-for-dogs-with-arthritis/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/massage-for-dogs-with-arthritis/</guid><description>Massage for dogs with arthritis: 6 step-by-step techniques, heat or cold, gentle stretches and the mistakes to avoid so your dog can relax safely.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>exercices</category></item><item><title>Old dog struggling to stand up: causes, practical help and solutions</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/old-dog-struggling-to-stand-up/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/old-dog-struggling-to-stand-up/</guid><description>Is your old dog struggling to stand up, especially in the morning? Arthritis, muscle loss, nerve problems: how to help day to day and when to see your vet.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>senior</category></item><item><title>Overweight dog: protect their joints and help them get back to a healthy weight</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/overweight-dog-joints/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/overweight-dog-joints/</guid><description>Overweight dog? Score their body condition from 1 to 9, set a realistic ideal weight and follow a safe plan to slim them down and spare their joints.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>nutrition</category></item><item><title>Spondylosis in dogs: symptoms, causes and how to support your dog</title><link>https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/spondylosis-in-dogs/</link><guid isPermaLink="true">https://novaliacare.com/en/dog-health/spondylosis-in-dogs/</guid><description>Spondylosis in dogs: what the bony spurs on the spine are, when they cause pain, what your vet can offer and how to keep your dog’s back comfortable.</description><pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 00:00:00 GMT</pubDate><category>articulations</category></item></channel></rss>