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chachi · 01-20-2009, 08:01 AM

What is a good age to start giving a glucosamine suppliment? What is a good brand and where do you get it? Mine are 4 yrs old and I was wondering if they need this

Ellie May · 01-20-2009, 08:03 AM

Do they have joint problems/luxating patella?
If yes, they should be on one as soon as their diagnosed.
If no, you don't need to give one at all unless you want to be extra cautious.

My favorite is Cosequin capsules (sprinkle it on food....don't make them swallow) but there are good reports with Synovi G3 and maybe even Glycoflex. I think Ellie's Cosequin came from entirelypets.

chachi · 01-20-2009, 08:09 AM

Thanks for the info. They dont have any problems I am just thinking about their maintaining good joints

Ellie May · 01-20-2009, 08:11 AM

Well, these supplements are perfectly safe unless there is an allergic reaction (rare). If you want to, I don't see why you can't. Ellie's knees aren't terribly bad but she is on Cosequin anyway.

Nancy1999 · 01-20-2009, 08:18 AM

Crystal, is there a difference between the glucosamine supplements? Wouldn't 250 MG of glucosamine be the same no matter what form it's delivered? I understand that some comes in powder, pill, capsule, but wouldn't it all be the same? I mean could you use the kind meant for humans as long as the dosage was correct?

Ladymom · 01-20-2009, 08:19 AM

Cosequin for me, too!

I get mine at Entirely Pets:

Cosequin Regular Strength (90 capsules)

Ellie May · 01-20-2009, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Crystal, is there a difference between the glucosamine supplements? Wouldn't 250 MG of glucosamine be the same no matter what form it's delivered? I understand that some comes in powder, pill, capsule, but wouldn't it all be the same? I mean could you use the kind meant for humans as long as the dosage was correct?

By reading some research put out by Nutramax/Cosequin (I know, bad reference since they are selling the product but oh well), they are saying that the type that is used is very important. It has something to do with the source and the dog being able to use it. Nutramax seemed to have the most testing backing its product but I think other companies are catching up. Because of the concern of certain sources or types being ineffective, I would not use a human product unless I heard specific reviews about from veterinary surgeons... Hope that makes sense.

Nancy1999 · 01-20-2009, 08:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

By reading some research put out by Nutramax/Cosequin (I know, bad reference since they are selling the product but oh well), they are saying that the type that is used is very important. It has something to do with the source and the dog being able to use it. Nutramax seemed to have the most testing backing its product but I think other companies are catching up. Because of the concern of certain sources or types being ineffective, I would not use a human product unless I heard specific reviews about from veterinary surgeons... Hope that makes sense.

Yes that makes sense. Actually your advice was for me too.

From what you are saying that would mean that there is a difference in human brands and how humans are able to use it, as well. I use it and it does seem like certain brands work better, but I wasn't sure of this.

jfalz73 · 01-20-2009, 08:48 AM

Can i ask a question about this please? My Oliver has luxating patella, would i give him one whole capsule or half? He is 8lbs.

I bought the reg strength 90 capsule one from entirelypets

Ellie May · 01-20-2009, 08:58 AM

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Originally Posted by jfalz73

Can i ask a question about this please? My Oliver has luxating patella, would i give him one whole capsule or half? He is 8lbs.

I bought the reg strength 90 capsule one from entirelypets

Ellie's dose was one capsule daily for six weeks and then one-half capsule daily or one whole capsule every other day after that. Not sure where I found that chart though. Maybe on KV Vet Supply's site or Entirelypet's site.

jfalz73 · 01-20-2009, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

Ellie's dose was one capsule daily for six weeks and then one-half capsule daily or one whole capsule every other day after that. Not sure where I found that chart though. Maybe on KV Vet Supply's site or Entirelypet's site.

Thankyou so much Crystal! I appreciate it! I started him on it today.

Ellie May · 01-20-2009, 09:02 AM

Nancy, if you Google Cosequin research, the third site down with this address (http://www.nutramaxlabs.com/Products...ents/Cosequin_) would be a good read for you. The link isn't working right, so I think you'll have to search Google instead of clicking avoid.

Nancy1999 · 01-20-2009, 09:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Ellie May

Nancy, if you Google Cosequin research, the third site down with this address (http://www.nutramaxlabs.com/Products...ents/Cosequin_) would be a good read for you. The link isn't working right, so I think you'll have to search Google instead of clicking avoid.

Thank you, I'll do that!

Rockdiva · 01-20-2009, 11:04 AM

Wookie is on Glycoflex because his luxating patella has just started doing the thing where it catches. It really has seemed to help so far. I give him the Chicken Liver soft chews.

BamaFan121s · 01-20-2009, 11:44 AM

I use Cosequin and really like it. (Plus, it makes their coats grow really fast!) One word of caution, something that I found out the hard way. Apparently

dogs can have allergies to shellfish too, which is where glucosamine comes from. So if you know your dog has these types allergies, avoid it. And monitor them closely the first time you give it.

01-20-2009, 08:01 AM	#1
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Glucosamine suppliment What is a good age to start giving a glucosamine suppliment? What is a good brand and where do you get it? Mine are 4 yrs old and I was wondering if they need this __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

01-20-2009, 08:03 AM	#2
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Do they have joint problems/luxating patella? If yes, they should be on one as soon as their diagnosed. If no, you don't need to give one at all unless you want to be extra cautious. My favorite is Cosequin capsules (sprinkle it on food....don't make them swallow) but there are good reports with Synovi G3 and maybe even Glycoflex. I think Ellie's Cosequin came from entirelypets. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

01-20-2009, 08:09 AM	#3
chachi I Love My Yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Indianapolis, Indiana Posts: 37,147	Thanks for the info. They dont have any problems I am just thinking about their maintaining good joints __________________ Chachi's & Jewels Mom Jewels http://www.dogster.com/?132431 Chachi http://www.dogster.com/?132427

01-20-2009, 08:11 AM	#4
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Well, these supplements are perfectly safe unless there is an allergic reaction (rare). If you want to, I don't see why you can't. Ellie's knees aren't terribly bad but she is on Cosequin anyway. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

01-20-2009, 08:18 AM	#5
Nancy1999 I ♥ Joey & Ralphie! Donating Member Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Arizona Posts: 25,396 Blog Entries: 2	Crystal, is there a difference between the glucosamine supplements? Wouldn't 250 MG of glucosamine be the same no matter what form it's delivered? I understand that some comes in powder, pill, capsule, but wouldn't it all be the same? I mean could you use the kind meant for humans as long as the dosage was correct? __________________ NancyJoey Proud members of the CrAzYcLuB and YAP! ** Just Say No to Puppymills – Join YAP! Yorkshire Terrier Club of America – Breeder Referrals

01-20-2009, 08:19 AM	#6
Ladymom Donating YT 2000 Club Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: North Carolina Posts: 8,317	Cosequin for me, too! I get mine at Entirely Pets: Cosequin Regular Strength (90 capsules) __________________ http://www.myladysdogbows.com/ http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref...6213341?ref=nf

01-20-2009, 08:48 AM	#9
jfalz73 Owned by my yorkies Donating Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Coats, NC Posts: 5,001	Can i ask a question about this please? My Oliver has luxating patella, would i give him one whole capsule or half? He is 8lbs. I bought the reg strength 90 capsule one from entirelypets __________________ My little dog-a heartbeat at my feet. -Edith Wharton jeanne BrooklynBenjamin Last edited by jfalz73; 01-20-2009 at 08:50 AM.

01-20-2009, 09:02 AM	#12
Ellie May And Rylee Finnegan Donating Member Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Metro Detroit, MI Posts: 17,928	Nancy, if you Google Cosequin research, the third site down with this address (http://www.nutramaxlabs.com/Products...ents/Cosequin_) would be a good read for you. The link isn't working right, so I think you'll have to search Google instead of clicking avoid. __________________ Crystal, Ellie May (RIP), Rylee Finnegan, and Gracie Boo🐶

01-20-2009, 11:04 AM	#14
Rockdiva YT Addict Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Fort Worth, TX, US Posts: 254	Wookie is on Glycoflex because his luxating patella has just started doing the thing where it catches. It really has seemed to help so far. I give him the Chicken Liver soft chews. __________________ Shelly and Wookie

01-20-2009, 11:44 AM	#15
BamaFan121s Donating YT 10K Club Member Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Alabama Posts: 11,432	I use Cosequin and really like it. (Plus, it makes their coats grow really fast!) One word of caution, something that I found out the hard way. Apparently dogs can have allergies to shellfish too, which is where glucosamine comes from. So if you know your dog has these types allergies, avoid it. And monitor them closely the first time you give it.