we tried glucosamine for about 6 weeks, but then i realized after talking to the vet, that like you said, some brands not containing the amount of the product listed on the label. i have not done the injections, i would rather stay with a good pain releiver. if i find the right one, so i think i will try the ascriptin.
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The glucosamine powder that I sell (grand Flex http://www.leerburg.com/grandflex.htm is a excellent product. It's 99.8% pure powder made for horses. I have all of my older dogs on it. My retired stud dog (Otis) has some serious back problems. I am sure he is alive because of this product and not a lot else other than his spirit. If you have a dog in pain - do both of the Grand Flex and aspirin.
The medications described gave my GSD relief for a couple of years. I also gave her a well padded slightly elevated thick blanket/bed to lay upon that rested on carpet and away from drafts and near the heater in the winter months. This kept her fairly comfortable and her zest for life kept her going. Her ability to stand and have control of her hindquarters decreased greatly over a two month time period following her 11th birthday. It was then; I had to look into her eyes and "hear" what she was telling me.
Tammy, the injections increase the joint lubricants so if you can get some good glucosamine/chondroitin then it should probably do the same thing, only the supplements will take longer to start to work. I would definitely try finding a good supplement like the one Ed sells to try. I've heard good things about grand flex from horse people as well.
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Tammy, I have seen a three in one Glucosamine, Chondroitin and MSM powder work wonders for older dogs. The powdered form is better digested than tablets and it does take a few weeks to work.
Dot
The Vitamin Shoppe has a raspberry flavored chewable wafer with Glucosamine, Chondroiton & MSM. That's what I give my dog and it's so much easier than the capsules and things. It has done him quite a bit of good too and it isn't all that expensive. They taste absolutely nasty, but the dog doesn't seem to mind at all <img src="/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif" alt="" /> Here's a link:
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