May 19, 2011
What can I give my dog for discomfort due to hip dysplasia? We used a painkiller from our vet but realized the risks on the liver. Do you have any suggestions?
Full Question:
Hi there,I am a fan of your web-site and I have 2 West-line German Shepherds. My female will be 3 years-old in March and the male will be 2-years old in Feb. My female has hip dysplasia that recently started bothering her within the past 6-months. When taking her to the vet after two opinions, we were told to do surgery and said it would not be a sure fix. The vet mentioned a anti-inflammatory/pain killer, which we used but then stopped due to possible affects that can impact the liver. This would not be a problem if the dog was much older, but only being almost three I have a difficult time with this. I was wondering what you recommend that we can give her? Could you please let me know...we love our dogs so very much!!
Cindy's Answer:
Julie,
There are too many variables here. Without seeing the x-rays I can’t really comment too much.
I do agree that RYMADYLE is a terrible terrible drug – I would never use it for anything.
In the summer months you should make an effort to swim your dogs. This helps muscle them up without stressing the joints. You can try some of the Chinese herbs we carry. They work very well for us and our dogs – remarkable on one of our older GSDs. I have copied Cindy into this she will send you the items we use.
Regards,
Ed Frawley
There are too many variables here. Without seeing the x-rays I can’t really comment too much.
I do agree that RYMADYLE is a terrible terrible drug – I would never use it for anything.
In the summer months you should make an effort to swim your dogs. This helps muscle them up without stressing the joints. You can try some of the Chinese herbs we carry. They work very well for us and our dogs – remarkable on one of our older GSDs. I have copied Cindy into this she will send you the items we use.
Regards,
Ed Frawley
Cindy's Answer:
I give all 3 of these supplements to our older dogs, and they all have pretty severe joint issues. I give the 2 tablet products twice a day, and the Syn Flex once a day. It’s made a world of difference for these dogs. One of them is 14, one is 11 and one is 10. I think you’ll see a positive difference in your dog within a few weeks, although I saw a difference much sooner with my own dogs. The vet that formulated them says it may take up to 20 days to see full effect.
Acute Trauma
Soothe Joints
Syn-Flex
I hope this helps. Cindy
Acute Trauma
Soothe Joints
Syn-Flex
I hope this helps. Cindy
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