"He has that cattle dog mentality, so he wants to be by my side," Rouse said. In humans, it's more common for arthritis to be caused by old age and overuse of the joints, according to doctors.

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

“My pet has arthritis.” This one can go way overboard, Phillips says. "'You know, my dog or cat has hip arthritis.’ Or my worst one of all was, ‘You know, my hamster died of arthritis.

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Christi Brua Weaver keeps her dog Perry's ashes and collar on a shelf in her Mount Vernon home. Those, along with some pictures and memories, are all she has left. "I fell in love with Perry ...