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Tissy · 11-29-2007, 03:23 PM

Delilah is less than 10 months old and already I am hearing her little joints pop sometime when I pick her up. She does not seem to notice but guess she will start to feel the pain as she ages....like we all do! So, I wanted to go ahead and get her started on something to help....may do no good but figure it could not hurt. What do you recommend?

Go4HelloKitty · 11-29-2007, 10:22 PM

After a big taurma (being bitten by another dog), Kimchee has luxation patella. Sometimes, when he plays he would suddenly cried and stopped playing. I knew he had pain in his joint.

Since I gave him Pet Guard Joint and Hip for Dogs (just half a tablet per day), he never cries anymore, and he runs like a horse at home. This tablet also has Yucca for pain relief. The only thing is the tablet doesn't taste that good, I always dip it into his gravy and feed him with food. He will swallow it without a problem.

Ladymom · 11-30-2007, 03:11 AM

The most important thing to look for when you choose a glucosamine supplement is the amount required for your dog by weight. The less expensive supplements and the foods or treats with added glucosamine just don't have enough to make a difference.

Lady needs 300 mg per day according to my vet. She weighs 7.5-8 pounds. Here's a nice chart for OTC medications:

http://www.walkervalleyvet.com/otc-meds.htm

As far as what brand, it's best to stick with the top brands like Glycoflex or Cosequin. They really are the best. You get what you pay for in this case.

It's also important to get your puppies knees checked by your vet if you're hearing popping noises in his joints.

BamaFan121s · 11-30-2007, 04:25 AM

In regards to Glucosamine, be sure to look at the label at the warnings before giving it to your dog and closely monitor them the first time you give it. There are several 'don't use ifs' that you need to make sure don't apply to your dog.

(I.e. I have a one dog who cannot have it with her food as she is allergic to shell fish.)

Tissy · 11-30-2007, 04:27 AM

Thank you for the information. I have been looking at this one. Do you think this one would be a good one. I have heard that giving one with vitamin C is more beneficial. Oh, and Delilah only weighs 2 lobs.

tap://wy.wy.com/wy.tamal

MyFairLacy · 11-30-2007, 06:14 AM

Apparently raw chicken feet are a good natural source of glucosamine and chondroiton since the feet are made of mostly cartilage. I haven't gotten the courage to go out and buy any yet though

Ladymom · 11-30-2007, 08:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Tissy

Thank you for the information. I have been looking at this one. Do you think this one would be a good one. I have heard that giving one with vitamin C is more beneficial. Oh, and Delilah only weighs 2 lobs.

tap://wy.wy.com/wy.tamal

I personally would stick with one of the well known brand names like Glycoflex or Cosequin that are proven to work. When you buy an off or generic brand, you can't be sure about the quality of the ingredients.

http://www.entirelypets.com/cos90tab.html

rachelsyorkie · 12-16-2007, 04:49 PM

Lolas knee pops & now T is lifting a leg when walking

The glycoflex seems alittle cheaper & more importantly had better ingredience imo. I ordered the glycoflex III, which I guess is better then I or II from http://www.kvvet.com had the best price from what I could find & reasonable shipping. 120 chewables for $31.95, yorkies may only need 1/4 tab.

Ladymom · 12-16-2007, 05:00 PM

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Originally Posted by rachelsyorkie

Lolas knee pops & now T is lifting a leg when walking

The glycoflex seems alittle cheaper & more importantly had better ingredience imo. I ordered the glycoflex III, which I guess is better then I or II from http://www.kvvet.com had the best price from what I could find & reasonable shipping. 120 chewables for $31.95, yorkies may only need 1/4 tab.

Has your vet evaluated Tilula's knee? Usually once they are holding it up it is pretty severe and will probably need surgery. At that point joint supplements won't help the luxation, but can help prevent arthritis later on.

kalina82 · 12-16-2007, 05:04 PM

supplements are good if you dog has a grade 1 or 2 and isn't showing to many signs of LP. I have morgan on nupro joint supplement and she's dong great. If your dog is holding the leg up a lot, skipping, or crying out in pain then he/she really needs to see a surgeon.

browniesmom622 · 12-16-2007, 05:06 PM

since there are no problems yet i wouldnt put her on Cosequin yet my vet said to put brownie on that if his pills dont work anymore brownie is on these & we love them
http://www.rabbitmart.com/shop/index...211c1afd41df12

i would also get her checked by a vet just incase its something else

rachelsyorkie · 12-17-2007, 08:05 AM

Tilula may be just holding it up because she bumped it but I am ,aking her a appt. with the vet to have her evaluated & figure the suppliments cant hurt. She hasnt cried about it. Of coarse someone may have accidentally hurt her when I wasnt home & wont say because they are terrified of being killed

I pulled & squeezed, she never yelped. But I will have to see what the vet says. I may try to bring her up to cinci, these country bumpkin vets..He never graded Lolas just said it was poppin pretty good

Ladymom · 12-17-2007, 09:20 AM

If your vets are "country bumpkins", see if they'll refer you to an orthopedic vet. You'd want to do that anyway for a second opinion so it will save you time and money.

rachelsyorkie · 12-20-2007, 02:36 AM

Thanks I will do that.

7TimesBlessed · 12-20-2007, 05:32 AM

.....my yorkie Millee was born w LP and it was pretty much under control w the raw diet but last year when she turned 8 she hopped a lot w the colder weather.......I put her on the glucos/condroitin(sp?) and it made all the difference.......this winter she is doing great and I give her pcs of the tablets sparingly.......I would try everyone's suggestions before surgery ...that should be the very last resort........because later in life they will have to deal w arthritis.......................and BTW that Lola is one rockin little Santa yorkie!

11-29-2007, 03:23 PM	#1
Tissy YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Starkville, Mississippi Posts: 387	Best joint supplement???? Delilah is less than 10 months old and already I am hearing her little joints pop sometime when I pick her up. She does not seem to notice but guess she will start to feel the pain as she ages....like we all do! So, I wanted to go ahead and get her started on something to help....may do no good but figure it could not hurt. What do you recommend? __________________ Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole.

11-30-2007, 03:11 AM	#3
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,343	The most important thing to look for when you choose a glucosamine supplement is the amount required for your dog by weight. The less expensive supplements and the foods or treats with added glucosamine just don't have enough to make a difference. Lady needs 300 mg per day according to my vet. She weighs 7.5-8 pounds. Here's a nice chart for OTC medications: http://www.walkervalleyvet.com/otc-meds.htm As far as what brand, it's best to stick with the top brands like Glycoflex or Cosequin. They really are the best. You get what you pay for in this case. It's also important to get your puppies knees checked by your vet if you're hearing popping noises in his joints. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ High Quality Handmade Bows for the Pampered Pooch

11-30-2007, 04:25 AM	#4
BamaFan121s YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 7,172	In regards to Glucosamine, be sure to look at the label at the warnings before giving it to your dog and closely monitor them the first time you give it. There are several 'don't use ifs' that you need to make sure don't apply to your dog. (I.e. I have a one dog who cannot have it with her food as she is allergic to shell fish.) __________________ ...........Misty........... Trixie * Lexi * Chipsie

11-30-2007, 04:27 AM	#5
Tissy YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Starkville, Mississippi Posts: 387	Thank you for the information. I have been looking at this one. Do you think this one would be a good one. I have heard that giving one with vitamin C is more beneficial. Oh, and Delilah only weighs 2 lobs. tap://wy.wy.com/wy.tamal __________________ Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. Last edited by Tissy; 11-30-2007 at 04:28 AM. Reason: don't know what happened with the link. here it is. http://www.entirelypets.com/jointmaxrs.html

11-30-2007, 06:14 AM	#6
MyFairLacy Donating YT 8000 Club Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: College Station, TX Posts: 9,488	Apparently raw chicken feet are a good natural source of glucosamine and chondroiton since the feet are made of mostly cartilage. I haven't gotten the courage to go out and buy any yet though __________________ Purchasing from backyard breeders, pet shops, and puppymills perpetuates the suffering of other dogs. Educate yourself and buy from reputable breeders or rescue.

11-29-2007, 10:22 PM	#2
Go4HelloKitty Donating Yorkie Yakker Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Redmond, WA Posts: 370	After a big taurma (being bitten by another dog), Kimchee has luxation patella. Sometimes, when he plays he would suddenly cried and stopped playing. I knew he had pain in his joint. Since I gave him Pet Guard Joint and Hip for Dogs (just half a tablet per day), he never cries anymore, and he runs like a horse at home. This tablet also has Yucca for pain relief. The only thing is the tablet doesn't taste that good, I always dip it into his gravy and feed him with food. He will swallow it without a problem.

12-16-2007, 04:49 PM	#8
rachelsyorkie Rachel & Tilula Belle Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 1,151	Lolas knee pops & now T is lifting a leg when walking The glycoflex seems alittle cheaper & more importantly had better ingredience imo. I ordered the glycoflex III, which I guess is better then I or II from http://www.kvvet.com had the best price from what I could find & reasonable shipping. 120 chewables for $31.95, yorkies may only need 1/4 tab. __________________ Member of THE Not So Crazy "CRAZYCLUB"

12-16-2007, 05:04 PM	#10
kalina82 Phantom Queen Morrigan Donating Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: North Jersey Posts: 6,647 Blog Entries: 1	supplements are good if you dog has a grade 1 or 2 and isn't showing to many signs of LP. I have morgan on nupro joint supplement and she's dong great. If your dog is holding the leg up a lot, skipping, or crying out in pain then he/she really needs to see a surgeon. __________________ Kellie , Morgan and Mylie! Girls Soccer Team Goalie!!!!

12-16-2007, 05:06 PM	#11
browniesmom622 Donating YT 3000 Club Member Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: New york Posts: 9,066 Blog Entries: 2	since there are no problems yet i wouldnt put her on Cosequin yet my vet said to put brownie on that if his pills dont work anymore brownie is on these & we love them http://www.rabbitmart.com/shop/index...211c1afd41df12 i would also get her checked by a vet just incase its something else __________________ Lenora Brownie- Kayko- Austin & the rest of the zoo! We Love our Yt Angel! “A dog is not almost-human, and I know of no greater insult to the canine race than to describe it as such”

12-17-2007, 08:05 AM	#12
rachelsyorkie Rachel & Tilula Belle Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 1,151	Tilula may be just holding it up because she bumped it but I am ,aking her a appt. with the vet to have her evaluated & figure the suppliments cant hurt. She hasnt cried about it. Of coarse someone may have accidentally hurt her when I wasnt home & wont say because they are terrified of being killed I pulled & squeezed, she never yelped. But I will have to see what the vet says. I may try to bring her up to cinci, these country bumpkin vets..He never graded Lolas just said it was poppin pretty good __________________ Member of THE Not So Crazy "CRAZYCLUB"

12-17-2007, 09:20 AM	#13
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 2,343	If your vets are "country bumpkins", see if they'll refer you to an orthopedic vet. You'd want to do that anyway for a second opinion so it will save you time and money. __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ High Quality Handmade Bows for the Pampered Pooch

12-20-2007, 02:36 AM	#14
rachelsyorkie Rachel & Tilula Belle Donating Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Southern Ohio Posts: 1,151	Thanks I will do that. __________________ Member of THE Not So Crazy "CRAZYCLUB"

12-20-2007, 05:32 AM	#15
7TimesBlessed YT Addict Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 279	.....my yorkie Millee was born w LP and it was pretty much under control w the raw diet but last year when she turned 8 she hopped a lot w the colder weather.......I put her on the glucos/condroitin(sp?) and it made all the difference.......this winter she is doing great and I give her pcs of the tablets sparingly.......I would try everyone's suggestions before surgery ...that should be the very last resort........because later in life they will have to deal w arthritis.......................and BTW that Lola is one rockin little Santa yorkie!