It's OK to give "human" grade Glucosamine and Chondroitin to dogs. But you seriously need to watch out for any additives in the capsules or tablets. Artificial sweeteners, Xylitol, sugars, or any other additives, and I would say no -don't give them that stuff. Toxic for them.
However, the basic Glucosamine/Chondroitin is EXACTLY the same substance whether for humans or dogs. The difference is -the price. My vet told me that.
I have heard many different things about glucosamine for dogs . That is is okay for your dogs, and also that it isn't. There can be many benefits to providing supplements for your dog. It can help them remain healthy and with that even happier. No one likes to deal with a grumpy dog. Can you tell me where I could find more information about glucosamine for dogs though?
5 pound schnauzer and has been limping a bit after exercise. I have started giving her 500 mg of glucosamine a day and wanted to know if this is the right dosage?
My dog is 12 year old and has arthrits and the vet told me to use glucosamine. In the summer time he does not need it. Now my dog is whimpering and shakeing, when I pet him he stops. This started a couple of days ago. The weather got really cold fast and I just started him back on glucosamine. Does this sound like the arthrits acting up or do I need to worry? How much glucosamine can I give him? I hate when my dog is in pain, I have had him since I was in kindergarden.
Certainly lameness and leg pain in older dogs is most often caused by degenerative joint disease and arthritis occurs however there are many other possibilities. A confirmed diagnosis always improves treatment outcome. You mentioned when your dog gets up afetr lying down his starts to limp? As a general rule (dont bet on it but the odds are in your favour) when I see lameness after rest I think of soft tissue injuries.
It's very difficult to say what this is. Has it always been the case, or has it developed recently? Has there been any injury, even a past injury, to the legs or spine, or is he on any medication (apart from the glucosamine)? Hopefully there will yet be more advice from others who may have a better idea.
I have seen dogs (usually Jack Russells) who 'trembled'. Healthy, energetic and happy dogs, those were. Nothing wrong with them.
Glucosamine is fine for dogs. There are many formulas made specifically for dogs but its often cheaper to buy the human ones. MSM is a natural anti-inflammatory that is safe and may help too. Some of the dog powders/treats etc include MSM w/the glucosamine & chondroitin or you can get it separately.
I also heard of extra virgin coconut oil and apple cider vinegar. I am really tempted to mix all these and give it a try. Has anyone tried these? or are there any other natural remedies? My dog has been on metacam but it doesn't work very well, I can tell she is still in pain. My dad keeps telling us to just put her to sleep so she can rest and not be in pain anymore. I want to do everything I can for her before even considering that. Am I wrong?
t quite remember, but years ago I started my dog on Glucosamine and Chondroitin, and worked out that for her weight -28lbs- 500mg Glucosamine, and 200mg Chondroitin was the correct maximum dosage for her. So if, for example, your dog weighs twice that, she could have 1000mg Glucosamine, and 400mg Chondroitin daily.)
Have your routines changed since the death of your terrier? For example, did you all used to go for walks together for longer, or play certain games?
s up to you and your vet what to give to your dog.
We also prefer holistic medicine and fed our dogs rice and chicken and a lot of fish and/or fish oil which are good for the joints. Sometimes, however, we just have to give in and use mainstream meds. Anything that is best for our dogs. Have you tried UBAvet? It has all natural ingredients and we also use fish oil with Omega 3, which the dogs love because it smells so bad. Hope Dr. Cheng has some good answers for you.
To give you an idea of dosage, my dog weighs 28lbs and I give her 500mg Glucosamine, and 200mg Chondroitin daily. If his weight is twice hers, or approximately, you can give double that dose.
I'd be wary of giving your dog aspirin, and certainly NEVER Ibuprofen (Advil, or anything like that) If he needs a painkiller, get one prescribed. Later you may be able to get this same drug online at a cheaper price.
t do any harm is to start her on Glucosamine and Chondroitin supplements. This really works, and is completely natural. (if the arthritis is not TOO bad, the Glucosamine/Chondroitin can work wonders)
You could ask your vet's advice about this, and about the correct dosage (I would give her the maximum for her weight.) But ask advice first.
What you CAN do is to start giving him a glucosamine and chondroitin supplement. These have been proven to be of great help to arthritic dogs with an occasional dose of enteric coated aspirin to help them over the rough spots.
Please let us know what your vet says.
Other than that , he still runs very much , plays a lot , loves his toys and balls , and he has never say no to me for a night walk , and is constantly waiting for me to take him out.
Although on rare occasions I have noticed that some nights he wants to get back home some minutes before the 30 min. mark.
He´s about 7 lbs. overweight , he´s 61 lbs now.
I give him a homemade diet , with a multivitamin , calcium and fish oil.
My question is , can this happening because of his older age ?
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