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Glucosamine is a wonderful supplement for dogs. It helps to eliminate the pain that comes from arthritis and will turn a lethargic, older dog into one that is eager to walk, run and enjoy life once again. Lets talk in general about using glucosamine to help your dog.
Dosage
How much you give your dog is determined by your dog's weight, what type of glucosamine is administered and whether or not the dog is given any other forms of medication. When you notice your dog is having mobility issues, take him or her to the vet. A vet can tell you which glucosamine to choose and how to administer it to your dog.
Many vets recommend that giving your dog extra glucosamine in the beginning of treatment to give it a kick start and then reduce to normal dosage after a few weeks – when your dog is showing signs of improvement.
Is Improvement Guaranteed?
Glucosamine is known to be very effective. You’ll have to make sure you give the right dosage based on your dog’s size. If arthritis is advance, you may still need other anti-inflammatory drugs from a vet in addition to glucosamine. And remember it could take up to 4-6 weeks before significant results are seen.
Dosage
How much you give your dog is determined by your dog's weight, what type of glucosamine is administered and whether or not the dog is given any other forms of medication. When you notice your dog is having mobility issues, take him or her to the vet. A vet can tell you which glucosamine to choose and how to administer it to your dog.
Many vets recommend that giving your dog extra glucosamine in the beginning of treatment to give it a kick start and then reduce to normal dosage after a few weeks – when your dog is showing signs of improvement.
Is Improvement Guaranteed?
Glucosamine is known to be very effective. You’ll have to make sure you give the right dosage based on your dog’s size. If arthritis is advance, you may still need other anti-inflammatory drugs from a vet in addition to glucosamine. And remember it could take up to 4-6 weeks before significant results are seen.