Librela for Dog Pain Relief in Huntington Beach

What is Osteoarthritis (OA)?

OA is a type of arthritis that happens when protective tissue in the joints is worn down, causing bones to rub against one another.

Dogs of all ages, sizes, and breeds can have OA pain—it’s not just a condition seen in older dogs.

OA pain impacts how your dog moves and feels, and it can make it hard for you both to do the things you love to do together.

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Librela is a monthly injection designed to relieve pain by blocking Nerve Growth Factors (NGF)—the signals that transmit pain and inflammation to the brain. By targeting the source of discomfort, these treatments help improve your pet’s quality of life and overall mobility.

Is your Dog Showing Signs of OA Pain?

An OA diagnosis can be missed in some dogs because the signs may be subtle or overlooked as normal changes related to aging. Nearly 40% of dogs show signs of OA pain, but less than half are actually diagnosed. Your dog could be suffering from OA pain if they’re displaying the following behaviors:
  • Limping after exercise
  • Slow to rise
  • Feeling stiff
  • Lagging behind on walks
  • Having difficulty jumping
  • Having difficulty with stairs
If your dog is showing any of these behaviors, speak to a veterinary professional.

For dogs experiencing osteoarthritis (OA)-related pain, we offer several supportive services to help manage your pet’s comfort and mobility. These include medical management, laser therapy, and Librela injections, as well as referrals to physical therapy in Costa Mesa to best guide your companion’s care.

Take the Dog OA Pain Checklist quiz to see if your dog could be showing signs of OA. A large owl wearing glasses sits on a tree branch, reading a red book about becoming a veterinarian. Green leaves and little light blue birds surround the owl against a pale background. A blue silhouette illustration of a palm tree with detailed, textured leaves, set against a plain white background—perfect wall art for a veterinarian or vet clinic waiting room. Five wavy, white, leaf-like shapes with subtle line details are arranged vertically on a light gray background, creating an abstract design that could appeal to a veterinarian or vet with its natural, calming feel. Blue line drawing of a palm tree with multiple fan-shaped leaves extending from long stems, shown on a plain white background—perfect wall art for any veterinarian or vet clinic seeking a calming touch. A happy, fluffy golden-brown dog with an open mouth and visible tongue, wearing a collar, looks to the side against a light sky background—ready for a visit to the vet. Blue line art illustration of a spiky, bushy plant with long, slender leaves radiating outward in all directions, set against a light background—perfect for brightening up any vet or veterinarian's office.

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