Current guidelines recommend GLP-1s for adults with obesity (BMI at or above 30), or adults with overweight (BMI at or above 27) plus a weight-related comorbidity such as type 2 diabetes, hypertension, fatty liver disease, or sleep apnea, for whom the cardiometabolic benefit of the medication exceeds its risks
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Owners commonly notice one or more of the following: Limping or lameness: favoring a limb, "toe-touching," or intermittent limping that comes and goes Stiffness after rest: difficulty rising after sleeping, or a slow, stiff first few minutes that loosens with movement Reluctance to jump, climb, or use stairs: hesitating at the car, couch, or staircase they used to handle easily Reduced activity or stamina: shorter walks, less play, or lagging behind on familiar routes Audible joint changes: clicking or popping from a joint, particularly the stifle (knee) Muscle loss: visible thinning of the muscle on one hind limb compared with the other, a sign of chronic underuse Behavioral changes: licking a joint, irritability when a limb is handled, or a drop in overall mood tied to discomfort A sudden non-weight-bearing lameness the dog will not put any weight on a leg warrants prompt veterinary attention rather than watchful waiting, as it can indicate an acute cruciate rupture or fracture
Mistakes to Avoid Using the same injection spot every week Injecting into skin that is bruised, swollen, hard, or irritated Rushing through the steps, especially cleaning the area and letting the alcohol dry Changing your dose or schedule without talking to your healthcare provider Throwing needles in the regular trash instead of using a sharps container When to Call Your Clinician Call your clinician if you notice any of the following: Redness or swelling at the injection site that spreads, gets worse, or becomes painful Severe or ongoing vomiting or diarrhea, or any signs of dehydration Severe stomach pain, especially if it does not get better Symptoms of low blood sugar are more likely if you take other medications that lower blood sugar Any symptom that feels severe or unusual to you Call emergency services right away for trouble breathing, swelling of the face/throat, or severe allergic reaction symptoms
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