But a poll of 2,000 dog owners found just one in five are completely confident they know how to spot their dog is suffering. But as a result, 15 per cent of unsuspecting dog owners, polled by Lintbells, have been informed their dog was struggling with joint pain or mobility issues they knew nothing about. But more than eight in 10 dog owners say it upsets them to think their beloved pooch could be suffering because they are unable to spot the signs. They urge dog owners to ‘PAWS’ and check the four key areas where such changes could manifest. For more information on National Dog Mobility Awareness Week, visit yumove.lintbells.com/yumove-paws/ for support and advice.

Source: Daily Mirror May 20, 2019 15:15 UTC