Test your knowledge-A Surgeon’s View on Managing

Canine Osteoarthritis
Dr John Punke, 23 May 2018

1) What is the key nutrient in Hill’s™ Prescription Diet™ Canine j/d™ that down regulates the genes
that code for the release of degradative enzymes that cause cartilage damage?
a. ALA
b. EPA
c. DHA
2) What combination diets are available in Australia that include the technology of Hill’s™ j/d™?
Metabolic + Mobility canine, k/d + Mobility canine and feline

3) Name four key nutrients in Hill’s™ Prescription Diet™ j/d™ for dogs with osteoarthritis.
Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA), Chondroitin, L-carnitine, Glucosamine

4) Which of the following tests should always be performed to confirm the presence of
osteoarthritis in dogs?

a. Range of Motion measurement

b. Joint fluid analysis
c. Serum biochemistry
d. Joint Radiographs

5) Which of the following joints is more likely to suffer from PRIMARY osteoarthritis?
a. Carpus
b. Elbow
c. Spinal articular facet
d. Coxofemoral joint

6) Of the scientific study types listed below, which is the highest level of evidence?
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 a. Systematic Reviews and Meta-analysis
b. Cohort Studies
c. Case Reports
d. Case Control Studies

7) Which of the following medications was only effective in the treatment of osteoarthritis after 42
days?
a. Tramadol
b. Amantadine
c. Gabapentin
d. Carprofen

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