My dog is young but she will have arthritis due to serious knee surgeries i need something to give her now to help with the progression. Does anyone know of anything?
2007-02-27 06:57:24 · 20 answers · asked by katielcoe 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
She has taken rimadyl before it scares me to give it to her because of the posssible side effects like liver and kidney damage, She is only 3 years old so I dont want to give her anything to harsh on her body just something to slow progression if possible.
2007-02-27 07:05:34 · update #1
Yes
You can start with glucosamine, but if that doesn't do the trick talk to your vet about Metacam or Rimadyl.
2007-02-27 07:00:24 · answer #1 · answered by DaBasset - BYBs kill dogs 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Hello:
Yes, there are many products available for your dog's arthritis, both prescription and non-prescription. Your dog is still young so I would definitely recommend putting her on pharmaceutical glucosamine. Be careful, there are many products that make claims that they do not live up to. I'm forwarding on a link for you. This page talks specifically about arthritis and the different options available and also includes a link for repairing joints and restoring synovial fluid naturally and effectively.
I hope this helps. Good luck.
2007-02-27 08:24:21 · answer #2 · answered by ladylulu 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Talk to your Vet about Cosequin and also pain meds to use on occassion as needed...safe ones such as Metacam or Previcox.
Asprin can sometimes be used but do NOT use it for your dog with out being advised by your vet.
Stay away from Rimadyl if possible. Many vets no longer recommend or sell Rimadyl because of the serious side effects. If your dog is on Rimadyl make sure to get bloodwork done on a regular basis. Nowadays there is really no reason to use Rimadyl..there are much better and safer products out there.
2007-02-27 10:15:29 · answer #3 · answered by Great Dane Lover 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My dog takes metacam. Do not give any dog Motrin etc it can cause severe stomach problems. There is an over the counter medicine called Ascriptin that has pain reliever and enteric coating that helps to protect a dogs stomach. See link below.
2007-02-27 08:19:04 · answer #4 · answered by b44z 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
ramadyl (?spelling?) my dog is given 1/2 of a 20 mg pill 2ce a day, and it has worked wonders, it's available at the vet or also on 1800petmeds.com, or drs. foster n smith (you know the thing Betty hite advertises) also there are other mediciations available over the counter at petco or pet quarters or just about any other local pet store... and lastly if none of these sound like what you want then herbal stores will have another whole section of safe things for your dogs arthritis
2007-02-27 08:16:36 · answer #5 · answered by oreosmypup 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes metacam and rimadyl. I have heard bad things about rimadyl so please talk to your vet about all your options. For arthritis you pet will be taking it the rest of its life and it can affect the liver and kidneys. I do use it on occasion for aches and pains but not a complete maintenance drug.
Aspirin may even be a better solution in your needs or just some glucosomine and you can use the same as you would take.
2007-02-27 07:03:38 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
In my over 45 years, breeding, raising and rescuing dogs I have had several with Arthritis as I myself have and have had no problems with standard steroid when prescribed in correct dosage. It is a mistake that many people make the cordisone and prednisone is harmfull. Metacam is actually a liquid steroid. Dogs are not like people and actually have a very high tolerance to steroids. Cats tolerance is even greater. One of my dogs was on Predinsone for 15 plus years due to arthritis in both hind knees and had no problems. Only side effect that is common is the need to drink water a little more often thus needing to go more often. It did not effect his organs as it would in humans but again, people assume that it will be harmful to dogs not because they have heard anything about dogs taking for a long time only what it will do to humans. It is best that you let your vet review the circumstances and situation before you try anything. This will help ensure proper dosage of what ever it is that is needed at that time.
2007-02-27 14:54:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
GLUCOSAMINE is always good for joints. There are things out there called Rimadyl it is an anti Inflammatory and Meta cam is another one ask your Vet about them. But I would start with Glucosamine it will help alot
2007-02-27 07:06:38 · answer #8 · answered by lola 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
rimadyl is only a pain reliever. try to get to the source of the problem. we've been giving our dog synovicre for almost 5 years now and he's been in great shape. he had in injury playing with my little cousin and after that, he would cry if he had to go up a short stair. with just a few months of that great stuff, he's jumping onto our pillow top mattress with no problems and he's 7 1/2 now!! this stuff lubes up their little joints instead of just masking the pain, it's wonderful stuff!!! expensive yes, but so, so worth it!!
2007-02-27 07:04:29 · answer #9 · answered by Jen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this is the very best product I have found> http://springtimeinc.com/product/94/2
My friend had a four year old Great Dane, who couldn't get up..After 3 weeks on this product, she was playing again. She lived to the ripe old age of 11, and never again had joint problems..(11 is quite old for a Dane)
2007-02-27 07:40:09 · answer #10 · answered by Chetco 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋