Activate rather than suppress: How PRP can support the body's own regeneration in dogs

Many dogs and cats develop joint, muscle, or tendon problems over the course of their lives. Older animals or very active four-legged companions are particularly affected. The so-called PRP procedure (platelet-rich plasma) in veterinary practice is a modern, biologically based method that can be used in such cases for support – completely without synthetic additives.

What is PRP?

PRP stands for Platelet-Rich Plasma. It is obtained from a small amount of the animal’s own blood. Through a special preparation process, the blood is processed in such a way that the resulting plasma contains a particularly high concentration of blood platelets. These blood platelets (thrombocytes) contain natural growth factors that have been used for many years in medicine to support regeneration processes – also in veterinary medicine.

The procedure: gentle, targeted, and natural

In our practice, the application works as follows:

• First, a small amount of blood is taken from the animal.
• The blood is then centrifuged and processed under sterile conditions.
• The obtained PRP is then introduced into a targeted area of the body – for example, into a joint, a tendon, or a muscular structure.

Depending on the individual situation and veterinary assessment, PRP can be used in combination with additional treatments.

When is PRP used?

PRP can be used as a supportive measure in various areas – including:

• In cases of strain reactions in tendons or ligaments
• In age-related changes in joints
• After surgeries to promote orderly tissue processes
• In muscular complaints or movement restrictions
• Also in horses, e.g., in the area of the suspensory ligament or navicular bone