Osteoarthritis & Lameness Questionnaire

We are looking forward to seeing you and your pet. In order to help us understand your pet’s Osteoarthritis/Lameness issues, please complete this questionnaire prior to your appointment. Your answers will help us give your pet the best care possible.

Please note: any fields with * are required.

Today's Date *

Owner's Details

Owner's Name *

First

Last

Email *

Owner's Phone Number *

Pet's Details

Pet's Name *

Species of Pet *

Breed of Pet *

Pet's Age *

Sex *

Male
Female

Desexed? *

Background

How long has your pet been suffering with his/her mobility problem? *

Up to 6 months
6–12 months
12–24 months
24–36 months
more than 36 months

Has your dog been diagnosed as suffering from any other problems in addition to his/ her orthopedic disease? *

If you can, please list any medications that your pet is currently receiving, stating when he/she received the last dose of each: *

Lifestyle

In the last week, on average, how far has your dog exercised each day? *

0–0.6 miles
0.6–1.2 miles
1.2–1.9 miles
1.9–2.5 miles
more than 2.5 miles

In the last week, on average, how many walks has your dog had each day? *

0
1
2
3
4
More than 4

What type of exercise is this? *

Always on leash
Mostly on leash
Mostly off leash
Always off leash
Working

Are there particular days of the week upon which your dog has significantly more exercise? *

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Check all that apply.

On what sort of terrain does your dog most often exercise? *

On level grass
In woodland
On street
Over rough ground

At exercise, how is your dog handled? *

Walk on leash
Walk off leash
Trot

Who limits the extent to which your dog exercises? *

You
Your dog

Mobility

How is your dog’s mobility in general? *

Very good
Good
Fair
Poor
Very poor

How disabled is your dog by his/her lameness? *

Not at all disabled
Slightly disabled
Moderately disabled
Severely disabled
Extremely disabled

How active is your dog? *

Not at all active
Slightly active
Moderately active
Severely active
Extremely active

What is the effect of cold, damp weather on your dog’s lameness? *

No effect
Mild effect
Moderate effect
Severely effect
Extremely effect

To what degree does your dog show stiffness in the affected leg after a ‘lie down’? *

No stiffness
Mild stiffness
Moderate stiffness
Severely stiffness
Extremely stiffness

At exercise, how active is your dog? *

Extremely active
Very active
Fairly active
Not very active
Not at all active

How interested is your dog in exercising? *

Extremely interested
Very interested
Fairly interested
Not very interested
Not at all interested

How would you rate your dog’s ability to exercise? *

Very good
Good
Fair
Poor
Very poor

What overall effect does exercise have on your dog’s lameness? *

No effect
Mild effect
Moderate effect
Severe effect
Extreme effect

How often does your dog rest (stop/sit down) during exercise? *

Never
Hardly ever
Occasionally
Frequently
Very frequently

What is the effect of cold, damp weather on your pet’s ability to exercise? *

No effect
Mild effect
Moderate effect
Severe effect
Extreme effect

To what degree does your dog show stiffness in the affected leg after a ‘lie down’ following exercise? *

No stiffness
Mild stiffness
Moderate stiffness
Severe stiffness
Extreme stiffness

What is the effect of your dog’s lameness on his/her ability to exercise? *

No effect
Mild effect
Moderate effect
Severe effect
Extreme effect

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