My dog is getting old and a bit stiff, I giff him cod liver oil but I take Glucosamine for my joints and I was wandering if I could give them to my dog?
2007-07-16 07:57:53 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pets ➔ Dogs
Yes you can. I was advised by my vet to give my 16 year old, over-weight, three legged Golden Retriever, named Cherokee a medication she prescribed that would cost me about $100. per month. After doing a little research, I found that the very same ingredients were found in glucosamine for humans, at a greatly reduced price. He did wonderful on it! I also gave him a baby aspirin everyday because of his condition. It helped keep his pain down. That along with a little love and attention from you everyday will make his last days more pleasant and more memorable for you. Good Luck!
2007-07-16 08:21:30 · answer #1 · answered by Suzy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! There are a zillion products containing glucosame made especially for dogs. I can recommend three of the best, based on my experience and the experience of friends:
SynoviG-3: I use this for one of my dogs that had knee surgery. Recommended to me by my vet and the orthopaedic vet. Contains glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, Omega 3 & 6 oils, etc. Great comprehensive joint supplement.
Missing Link plus Glucosamine: I used Missing Link for years before they added the glucosamine. Wonderful supplement for the skin and coat as well as the joints. I have several dogs on this still.
Cosequine: I haven't used it, but lots of friends use it. Glucosamine and chondroitin combo recommended by a lot of vets.
Good luck, and I hope the glucosamine helps.
2007-07-16 10:54:21 · answer #2 · answered by kk 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Absolutely! Talk to your vet about dosage. Glucosamine is available at the local pet stores in a chewable tablet, or in liquid form at all the holistic dog stores. I have three of my senior dogs on it on my vet's recommendation.
2007-07-16 12:45:35 · answer #3 · answered by anne b 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are all kinds of joint enhancement products at 1-800-petmeds.com that are formulated specifically for dogs. It's easy to determine the correct dosage if you get products specifically for animals.
2007-07-16 08:12:27 · answer #4 · answered by Ronnie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to contact the vet first before giving the dog any supplements.
2007-07-16 08:29:47 · answer #5 · answered by Silver Moon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hello :)
if it's good for you...why not try it with your buddie :)
No harm can be done by glucosamine
2007-07-16 08:05:07 · answer #6 · answered by Rahaaa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
my friend gives it to his German Shepherd...so I am thinking it's cool.
2007-07-16 08:06:06 · answer #7 · answered by bigwideweb 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes you can..
2007-07-16 08:04:57 · answer #8 · answered by pebblespro 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes you can
2007-07-16 08:00:24 · answer #9 · answered by mairin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋