New York City, NY • Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM
Pet Arthritis (Osteoarthritis) in New York City
Osteoarthritis is progressive joint degeneration that affects most dogs over 8 and a majority of cats over 10. It's the #1 source of chronic pain in pets and one of the most underdiagnosed conditions — cats especially mask the signs.
For New York City pet parents: RexVet is licensed in New York and our veterinarians can manage arthritis for your pet by video — refills, monitoring, dose adjustments — all for $64.99 per visit.
- Per visit
- $64.99 flat
- Family Plan
- $120 / year
- Rating
- 4.9★ · 8,313 families
- Structure
- 501(c)(3) non-profit
Licensed in New York City, NY · Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM · Last updated 2026-06-24
Signs of arthritis in pets
- Slower to rise after rest or sleep
- Reluctance to jump, climb stairs, or get in/out of the car
- Lameness that worsens after exercise
- Personality changes — irritable, less affectionate, hiding (cats)
- Difficulty grooming (cats — matted coat, especially back hips)
- Muscle loss over the hindquarters
Standard treatment for arthritis
- NSAIDs (carprofen, meloxicam, grapiprant) — first-line pain control
- Adequan or Cartrophen injections — disease-modifying
- Gabapentin — neuropathic pain layer
- Joint supplements (glucosamine, omega-3, Dasuquin)
- Solensia (frunevetmab) for cats — monoclonal antibody
- Librela (bedinvetmab) for dogs — monoclonal antibody
- Weight management and physical therapy
What a $64.99 RexVet video visit can do for New York City pet parents
Refill management for NSAIDs, gabapentin, and supplements. Symptom monitoring between in-person visits. Lifestyle modification coaching. Mobility check-ins. Senior care wellness planning.
Start a $64.99 video visit →For emergencies (severe lethargy, breathing distress, suspected toxin exposure), in-person ER care is required — New York City has multiple 24-hour clinics, and RexVet can triage by video first.
Manage your New York City pet's arthritis with a licensed New York vet
$64.99 flat — no membership, no subscription, no surge pricing. Same-day RexVetRx delivery in most New York City ZIPs.
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Frequently asked questions
Can a RexVet online vet treat my New York City pet's arthritis?
Yes — RexVet is licensed in New York, which includes New York City. Refill management for NSAIDs, gabapentin, and supplements. Symptom monitoring between in-person visits. Lifestyle modification coaching. Mobility check-ins. Senior care wellness planning. A $64.99 video visit gets you a New York-licensed vet who prescribes via RexVetRx (same-day delivery in most New York City ZIPs).
What are the signs of arthritis in pets?
Common signs: Slower to rise after rest or sleep; Reluctance to jump, climb stairs, or get in/out of the car; Lameness that worsens after exercise; Personality changes — irritable, less affectionate, hiding (cats); Difficulty grooming (cats — matted coat, especially back hips). New York City pet parents seeing these can review with a RexVet New York-licensed vet via $64.99 video visit.
How is arthritis treated?
Standard treatment: NSAIDs (carprofen, meloxicam, grapiprant) — first-line pain control; Adequan or Cartrophen injections — disease-modifying; Gabapentin — neuropathic pain layer; Joint supplements (glucosamine, omega-3, Dasuquin). Refill management for NSAIDs, gabapentin, and supplements. Symptom monitoring between in-person visits. Lifestyle modification coaching. Mobility check-ins. Senior care wellness planning.
When does my New York City pet need in-person care?
In-person visits are needed for initial diagnostic radiographs, joint injections, severe acute flares, and surgical consults. Once diagnosed, ongoing management is one of the strongest telehealth use cases.
Where can I get my New York City pet's prescriptions filled?
RexVet's in-house pharmacy (RexVetRx) delivers same-day in most New York City ZIP codes. Alternatively, prescriptions can be transferred to any local pharmacy. Refills can be managed entirely by $64.99 video visit.
How fast can I see a New York-licensed vet for my New York City pet?
Most New York City pet parents are connected to a New York-licensed veterinarian within minutes of booking, 24/7. No membership, no subscription — every visit is $64.99 flat.
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Medical review by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM
Chief Executive Officer & Lead Veterinarian, RexVet. Licensed in Florida, New York, and Virginia.
This page is an educational reference and does not replace veterinary advice. Always consult a licensed veterinarian about your individual pet.