Reviewed by Dr. Becker

Some vets think that if a disorder is genetic, your pet's all but assured of getting the disease. In the real world, it doesn't mean that, so don't be fooled. Even if your precious pet does get it, these natural treatments can keep them happy and healthy a long time. Get the details here.

You can treat it with many natural remedies, but only if caught early. Since it's a common age-related condition that 10% of older pets suffer from, you'll want to start checking for it annually at age 7. But quiz your vet about these often misinterpreted results too.