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Richmond, VA • Reviewed by Dr. Tiffany Delacruz, DVM

Pet Arthritis (Osteoarthritis) in Richmond

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 Richmond pet parents: RexVet is licensed in Virginia 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
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4.9★ · 8,313 families
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501(c)(3) non-profit

Licensed in Richmond, VA · 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 Richmond 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.

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For emergencies (severe lethargy, breathing distress, suspected toxin exposure), in-person ER care is required — Richmond has multiple 24-hour clinics, and RexVet can triage by video first.

Manage your Richmond pet's arthritis with a licensed Virginia vet

$64.99 flat — no membership, no subscription, no surge pricing. Same-day RexVetRx delivery in most Richmond ZIPs.

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Arthritis (Osteoarthritis) in Richmond pets

Frequently asked questions

Can a RexVet online vet treat my Richmond pet's arthritis?

Yes — RexVet is licensed in Virginia, which includes Richmond. 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 Virginia-licensed vet who prescribes via RexVetRx (same-day delivery in most Richmond 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). Richmond pet parents seeing these can review with a RexVet Virginia-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 Richmond 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 Richmond pet's prescriptions filled?

RexVet's in-house pharmacy (RexVetRx) delivers same-day in most Richmond 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 Virginia-licensed vet for my Richmond pet?

Most Richmond pet parents are connected to a Virginia-licensed veterinarian within minutes of booking, 24/7. No membership, no subscription — every visit is $64.99 flat.

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.