Long-lasting dog arthritis relief with Synovetin OA

A different approach to treating dog arthritis pain, Synovetin OA targets inflammation at the source and can provide up to one year of relief with a single treatment. The inFURmary is the only veterinary clinic in San Diego to offer this advanced therapy.

Synovetin OA now available from San Diego’s leading veterinary pain specialists

Thanks to advances in veterinary medicine, there are more treatments than ever to effectively treat arthritis pain in dogs and cats. The most important thing? Picking the right treatment for your individual pet. The inFURmary team is led by a board-certified specialist with advanced training in pain management, orthopedics, and rehabilitation. We understand how arthritis progresses, how to identify true joint pain, and when Synovetin OA is the right next step.

The inFURmary is the only veterinary practice in  San Diego (and one of only a handful in the state of California!) to offer this treatment, and we approach every case with the same care we bring to complex mobility and chronic pain patients. There is no one-size-fits-all treatment for arthritis, and we always make sure our treatment plans reflect your values and priorities as a pet owner.

We also want you to know this: inFURmary founder Dr. Johnson chose Synovetin OA for her own cat, and it’s one of the reasons she was determined to bring this revolutionary pain treatment to San Diego. Synovetin is something we believe in bringing to more pet owners, because we’ve seen the difference it can make in our own animals.

What makes Synovetin OA different from other arthritis treatments?

For dogs who cannot tolerate NSAIDs or Librela

Many dogs struggle with stomach issues, kidney concerns, or behavioral changes on daily pain medications or monthly injections. Synovetin OA stays inside the joint, not the bloodstream, so there are no systemic side effects.

Targets inflammation at the source

Arthritis pain comes from chronic inflammation inside the joint lining. Synovetin OA directly reduces the harmful inflammatory cells that drive pain and cartilage loss.

One treatment can last up to a year

No daily pills, monthly visits, or strain on your dog’s organs. Just one minimally invasive treatment that goes to work where your dog needs it most: directly in their painful joint.

Slows disease progression

By targeting the inflammatory cells within the joint, Synovetin OA not only helps relieve pain, but also slows the progression of arthritis. By identifying and treating pets in the earlier stages of arthritis, we can change the whole course of their disease and give them many more years of comfort.

Will Synovetin OA work on my dog? What should I expect?

Most dogs with arthritis show changes that are easy to miss at first, like limping, stiffness, slowing down on walks, struggling with stairs, hesitating to jump into the car, or seeming “less enthusiastic than usual.” If you’re seeing any of these changes, your dog may be a good candidate for Synovetin OA.

During your consultation, our team evaluates which joints are affected, how severe the inflammation is, how your dog responded to past treatments, and what your long-term goals are for comfort and mobility. If we believe Synovetin OA is the right next step, here’s what to expect from the treatment:

Step 1

A light sedative is given to keep your dog relaxed

Step 2

Synovetin OA is injected directly into the joint

Step 3

Your dog goes home the same day

Most dogs begin feeling better within two to eight weeks, depending on how advanced their arthritis is. 92% of dogs with mild to moderate OA will show improvement, while 71% of dogs with severe OA will show improvement. This again highlights the importance of early diagnosis and treatment. Because Synovetin OA stays in the joint instead of traveling through the body, it doesn’t stress the liver, kidneys, stomach, or other organs. There’s no systemic spread and no effect on bone, cartilage, or ligaments. It’s been well tolerated in dogs with early, moderate, and advanced arthritis.

How does Synovetin OA compare to other dog arthritis treatments?

How It Works Duration Side Effects Frequency
Synovetin OA Targets inflammation inside the joint Up to 1 year None systemic One treatment yearly
Librela Blocks pain signals 4 weeks Variable Monthly injection
NSAIDs (Meloxicam, Carprofen) Systemic inflammation reduction 24 hours GI, liver, kidney Daily or as-needed pill

Learn more about Synovetin OA® dog arthritis treatment for Canine Osteoarthritis.

Frequently Asked Questions

We look at your dog’s arthritis pattern, which joints are affected, how advanced the inflammation is, and how they’ve responded to treatments like NSAIDs or Librela. Dogs who limp, slow down on walks, hesitate with stairs, stiffen after rest, vocalize with movement, or seem “less themselves” often benefit from Synovetin OA. A consultation with our veterinarians and X-rays are usually enough to determine if it’s a good fit.

Yes! Many pet owners come to The inFURmary after NSAIDs upset their pet’s stomach, monthly injections lose effectiveness, or side effects become a concern. Synovetin OA stays inside the joint instead of traveling through the body, so it doesn’t put stress on organs and often works well for dogs who can’t tolerate other medications.

Dogs can experience relief for up to one full year after a single treatment. This depends on how advanced the arthritis is, but many families tell us that the improvement lasts much longer than any other treatment they’ve tried.

Most dogs begin to feel better within two to eight weeks. Mild cases often improve faster, while more advanced arthritis may take a bit longer as inflammation settles.

Synovetin OA has been shown to have no systemic side effects. More than 99 percent stays inside the joint, so it doesn’t affect the liver, kidneys, stomach, or other organs. Bloodwork stays normal, and the treatment doesn’t damage bone, cartilage, or ligaments. Mild soreness for one to three days is possible.

Synovetin OA can be used in any joint. During your consultation, we evaluate each joint individually to make sure the treatment will be effective. The total number of joints that can be treated is dependent on the size of the pet.

It’s a newer treatment in veterinary medicine, although the core technology has been used safely in human medicine for more than 60 years. It’s now available in select clinics across the country. The inFURmary is one of the first veterinary practices in San Diego—and in California—to offer it.

We began offering Synovetin OA treatments in November and will continue to share outcomes as our patients progress. Since then, we have seen all of our initial patients return for follow-up, with the treatment being well tolerated and the majority showing improvement in their CBPI scores, a validated pain scoring tool used to assess response to treatment. Dr. Johnson also chose Synovetin OA for her own cat, which speaks to how strongly we believe in this therapy.

Synovetin OA treatment for two joints is $2,550, not including the initial exam or X-rays to determine if it’s a good fit for your pet. Because the relief lasts up to a year, the overall cost is often comparable to (or lower than!) a year of NSAIDs, Librela, monthly injections, and other routine monitoring, like X-rays or additional consultations.

Many pet insurance providers cover Synovetin OA. We can help you navigate coverage, pre-authorization, or claim submission if needed.