Can red light therapy help your dog live longer? Here’s what vets say

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Red light therapy has many benefits: It can help clear acne, reduce wrinkles and even serve as a recovery tool post-workout by reducing muscle fatigue, joint pain and soreness. But what if you wanted to extend some of those benefits to your pet? After all, most pet owners will try anything to help their furry friends live longer and more comfortably.

When it comes to dogs, especially senior dogs, experts say red light therapy can be useful for relieving arthritis pain and inflammation. But how exactly does it work, and is it safe for all dogs? I spoke with veterinarians about the benefits of red light therapy for dogs and how to use a device on your pet. I also rounded up the best products to consider based on my experts’ guidance, as well as options NBC Selected editors tested on their own dogs.

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Red light therapy is generally safe for dogs, but using it incorrectly can lead to side effects.

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