First, if Gray is overweight, help him lose the excess weight. If you’re uncertain about his weight, ask your veterinarian.

Do not give your pet Tylenol or Ibuprofen. For pain relief, veterinarians may prescribe non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.

The drug, called Librela, is an injection of monoclonal antibodies that is approved for arthritis-related pain in dogs. Its label lists mostly mild side effects, such as urinary tract and skin ...