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The article focuses on five diseases that lead to fecal house soiling in pets. Topics include behavioral disorders in pets which can be diagnosed through symptoms such as anxiety and reduced cognitive function; osteoarthritis in dogs and cats; and neurologic disease such as degenerative myelopathy, lumbosacral disease and intervertebral disk disease.

The article offers information on several therapeutic exercises for dogs with osteoarthritis. Among the exercises discussed include the sit-to-stand which is prescribed to improve and maintains the mascular strength and the active hind-limb range of motion (ROM), the down-to-stand exercise which is useful in strengthening the gluteal muscles of the dogs, and the cross-leg-standing to improve core muscular strength and balance.

The article focuses on team workflow in veterinary medicine in case of prevention, management, and pain control in osteoarthritis in dogs. Topics include the receptionist should the initial appointment, veterinary technician should obtain a history, including any change in behavior or daily activities, and veterinarian should educate the client about findings, pain signs, and responses.

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The article offers suggestions for veterinary team and clients regarding prevention, management, and pain control in osteoarthritis in dogs to help ensure pets' good joint health.