Question by Chase T: is there an over the counter treatment for dog arthritis?

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Answer by Mama Tex
100s of them go to any petstore and look for Joint meds.

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Question by Tiffany: Canine ‘wrist’ joint treatment past 1.5 years old?
My 18-month old AKC English Lab has serious joint issues. Yes, his parents hold all the health clearances, nevertheless, he has genetic joint issues. Specifically, he has issues with his knees (back legs), hips (hip dysplasia is forming) and arthritic wrists (front legs). There are treatments including but not limited to surgery for the back part of the body. However, I am told that after age 1, there is no surgery to repair his wrists. And ultimately, the wrist issues will lead to a shortened life span.

So, does anyone out there know of an experimental treatment to correct wrist problems in a large breed dog over 1 year old (he will be two in March)?

Our family loves him very much and we do not want to see him in pain. Plus, we want him to have a long and fun life, not a short one with joint pain.

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Answer by Jon
We have been giving our Golden glucosamine with breakfast and dinner, and it has help a great deal. I know this doesn’t answer your question as you asked, but, thought it might help.

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Question by MoCrab: Torn ACL in dog? Cost for treatment?
Our 6 year old pit mix has suddenly started limping. He barely gets up off the couch now, even after getting him his favorite toys, he moved a little bit, but now just a wagging tail and lifting his head. He was shaking pretty badly, so i thought he ate something b/c he has a history. But when I noticed when he stood up he had his leg kind of straight and won’t put a lot of pressure on it, i thought he pulled something since it was so sudden. then i thought maybe arthritis b/c of his age. after doing research, i think it is ACL. I had to hand feed him and water him today, so that ruled out stomach issues. he goes outside but just stands on the porch til i let him back in. he is usually a big fun loving dog that will run to you when you walk in the door, or if he smells food being cooked…he even follows us to the bathroom. but he mainly just lays there. I feel so bad for him. he only whined a couple of times when he was standing.

We plan on taking him to the vet this week, but how much are x-rays/MRIs without insurance? I know that the MRI is what will for sure tell you b/c i have had ACL reconstruction done personally. Pain meds? What kind of pain meds are they? What can we do to help him at home? Heat therapy? Wraps?

Any advice would really be helpful!!!!
Is there any way that it may be bone cancer? I wasn’t sure how immediate effects are.. know they say the symptoms can go from moderate to severe in short time period and then the dog only has a 4-5 month lime frame. Then I think I am over exaggerating. He is also a huge baby who likes attention and laying on the couch..and he would shake in the past to get attention, we would take him to the oh so expensive emergency vet and nothing would be wrong with him. He does have a, what I first called a “sking tag or mole”, but after research maybe it is a fatty tumor? its in the middle of his tailbone and it is about the size of my pinky mail. feels soft and hangs a little over in a upside down heart shape. it is black and pink splotchy. i just noticed it a few weeks ago and thought, maybe the sun from the sun caused a mole. he is whit coated with short hair so the sun can irritate his skin. i dont think it has gorwn any though, so that is something else ot get looked at. suggestions on that?

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Answer by MaryKate
A couple grand
if not more

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Question by blpeders: What is the better treatment for dog hip dysplasia, Adequan or a supplement like Springtime Joint Health pill?
My 11th Month old Puppy has dip dysplasia and the Vets have ruled out a TPO as he shows signs of arthritis. I need help deciding on what course of treatment to use. Adequan (which is a monthly shot) or a supplement pill like Springtime Joint Health Chewables which contains Glucosamine HCL and Chondroitin sulfate. Also if I go with the supplement does anybody have any recomendations? Please help
He was from the pound but thanks for the heads up.
I have explored the surgical options. He has about 30 % of the ball in the hip. Not very good. He is a lab and will most likely be a 90lb skinny dog. The surgery where they just remove the hip joint and create a fake joint is recommended for dogs under 45 pounds. I have spoke with a vet and he said that he has done it on larger dogs with success but it should be a last resort. Thank You for the help.

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Answer by Shanna
I use Springtime Longevity which has all the ingredients of the Joint Health as well as some other beneficial ingredients and I love it. I have a dog that has arthritis in one of her knees due to a torn ACL and knee surgery and the supplement has completely rid her of any pain at all. She has shown no sign of discomfort since we started using that.
http://www.springtimeinc.com/product/172/2

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Question by gms1616: Wht is the BEST Rx treatment for arthritis for dogs? Pls no natural, herbal or Glucosamine suggestions.?
I have a 10 yo Chocolate Lab and has experienced serious arthritis for half her life and continues to worsen. Of course I already give her a glucosamine supplement, etc. I’ve tried Rimadyl, and even Mobic, but nothing seems to work long term or consistently. Aren’t there new injection medications out now? Thanks so much.

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Answer by D
Have you tried getting her acupuncture? Some dogs are greatly helped by it.

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Question by : finding arthritis treatment for dogs?
my dog has arthritis what can i give him for pain his weight is 58lbs

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Answer by julie d
You can get a prescription from the Vet and/or purchase a Glucosamine/MSM supplement from a pet catalog. Don’t forget to keep the dog fit and trim.

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Question by darkpninja: What is the best arthritis treatment for large dogs?

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Answer by K
Go tell your vet, they will give you some advice

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Question by Amy B: treatment for canine arthritis?

My 4 yr old Golden has arthritis in his lower back. We suspect it has started about a year ago. His only symptoms was he always sits or lays. When he walks, runs, plays etc there are no symptoms except when he is stationary….he usually does not stand very long…either sits or lays. XRays show alot of arthritis in his lower back. No reason for this at such a young age. He tested negative for lyme. We are looking for good holistic treatment plans…no stronge pills. I was looking at SynFlex (liquid glucosamine). Has anyone used this? Any other suggestions?

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Answer by Casey B
pain pills. let the vet look at it and they will more than likely just give it some good pain pills so it is easier for the pup to walk.

I had a cocker spaniel who had this.

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Question by petopia4me@sbcglobal.net: I have a 10 year old dog (a Bichon) that suffers from arthritis. What is the best treatment or medication?

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Answer by Dave F
ask the vet

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Question by Laurie: Best Medical Treatment For Dog With Arthritis?
I have a female German Shepherd mix Retriever, we believe. She is 12 1/2 years of age and has shown minor symptoms of arthritis. Tonight she was having difficulty getting up and made a slight whine when she was doing it. She limped for a moment, then walked normally. Now every time she gets up the same thing happens. I suspect that it is arthritis and will call her vet in the morning. I checked for sore spots on her hind quarters and she showed no pain or tenderness when pressing the areas.
If it is arthritis, can you please advise what is the best medical treatment or that has worked for your dog and what what medicine, minerals or vitamins worked the best.
She recently had her senior check and all was well. She is incontinent and takes a low dose of Proin and Greens Ums (that is all natural). Thank you in advance for any information that you can supply.

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Answer by Kathy R
Glucosimine Supplements are meant to help with arthritis in people and dogs. I had a German Shepherd and he had to be on it.

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