If your Airedale Terrier has been diagnosed with Degenerative Myelopathy (DM) talk to your veterinarian about treatment options. Although there is no cure for DM there are several possible treatment and therapeutic options available to help keep your pup comfortable and happy. Owners of various dog breeds prone to DM have found several treatments prior to development of DM to be effective in prolonging their dog’s mobility even after symptoms appear. For instance, some German Shepherd and Boxer owners have found that exercise, diet, medication and other supportive means beginning at an early age can help prolong mobility for their dog in his later years whether he develops DM or not. Because DM is an autoimmune disease that attacks the nervous system, your veterinarian London, ON may recommend (if possible in your region) to avoid standard heartworm and flea prevention as these increase immune responsiveness. Visit this website for more details.