Relieving symptoms of hip dysplasia & arthritis

[.sarah]

Hills Science Diet also came out with a joint food, J/D. I don't know how well it works, or the ingredients.

Ehhh, yes I know. I don't like Hills at all. I'd rather feed them Purina, but I still hate that brand too. I'm going to keep them on the Natural Balance because it's a much better food, and I will just supplement.

Thanks for all the info! I will definetly look into everything. I may have to try a few different things but I just want something that works. Mandy's arthritis is only minor but she's overweight so the arthritis could get worse (she has been on a diet for over a year, she's lost 11 lbs but has been 5 lbs overweight for about 6 months now -- and we've tried everything to get her to lose the remaining weight. ). Nova's dysplasia is severe in her hips and moderate in her elbow, so I'm really not looking forward to the years to come -- it's only going to get worse. She shows no symptoms or discomfort now but I'm hoping to prevent at least some discomfort. Hopefully she won't have to get the surgery, but if that's what's best for her than that's what we'll do. Plus, we started agility before I found out that she has dysplasia and she loves it. I don't know whether to continue with it or not. Dr.D said it'd be okay, but I'm still worried about how much stress that will put on her joints.

[senorita02]

Which surgery are you referring to? Hip Replacement?

[.sarah]

I guess so. I only know that in severe cases surgery is sometimes needed. I honestly haven't researched too much, yet.

[ESS-lover]

glucosamine/chondroitin and omega-3 (fish oil)... you can get liguid glucosamine for animals (It's been used for about 30 years in animals) --- and it does help -- also exercise to strengthen the muscles to help support the joints - my Orthopedic jokes that it's been proven in animals to work. You will have to research to find the correct amounts (google it) - but from my POV - the combo is great (arthritis is arthritis no matter people or dogs)

[anna_66]

I gave my Angus Liquid Health It was the best thing! He acted like a completely different dog I highly recommend it.