Just like humans, our pet’s joints and mobility will change as they age. We know that by the time our dogs and cats reach the vet for support with their mobility, using a variety of tools, including supplementation, can help keep them at their best. Many vets will implement a multimodal plan designed specifically for your pet based on their current mobility, age and breed, and lifestyle.

What is a multimodal plan?

A multimodal plan is a tailored, pet-centred action plan that outlines various steps you can take to support your pet’s mobility. This option is likely available if your dog or cat is under regular veterinary supervision, as your vet will want to do as much as possible to set them up for success.

Building a multimodal plan

A vet will take a few key things about your pet into consideration when designing their multimodal plan, including:

• Signs they may need more support with their mobility
  • Less keen to go for a walk, jump or play
  • Becoming more irritable
  • Slow to rise after resting
• Weight
• Breed
• Age
• Activity levels
• Home environment

After gathering this information, your vet will create a tailored action plan for you to follow that covers suitable medications, nutritional supplementation, weight management, body condition, adaptation of the home environment, exercise and complementary therapies like hydrotherapy.

Weight management is one of the biggest actions you can take to support your pet’s mobility. Additional weight can put extra pressure on their joints, which can lead to them needing more support with their mobility. To manage this, you should make sure they have a well-balanced diet and do the appropriate exercise for their age and breed. Your vet can tell you what your pet’s weight should be in your appointment.

They will also want to track your pet’s progress through regular checkups, where you can highlight any progress with videos and follow-up questionnaires.

Where do supplements come in?

Supplements provide an additional layer of support for your pet’s mobility, adding key levels of vitamins and nutrients, like Omega-3s, that support joint mobility and structure.

Speak to your vet about developing a multimodal plan for your pet and where a YuMOVE ADVANCE 360 Max Strength subscription can support.