Stiff joints

Nosey

No not me

I've noticed over the past couple of months that after our morning walk Penny has a rest then has a bit of trouble lifting her back end off the floor when she goes to get up. Does anyone know of any suppliments i could try that might her joints or does it sound like a muscular thing?

annestaff

There's loads of products Nosey, I have used some of the following with Harvey..........

http://www.hyperdrug.com/prodinfo.asp?number=ARTHRIAID

http://www.cortaflex.co.uk/

http://www.synflex.eu.com/synflex_for_pets.htm

http://www.healthydirect.co.uk/HDSite/pages/cat egory/category.asp?ctgry=Pet+Care&cookie%5Ftest=1

I found Cortaflex brilliant for stiff joint

Nosey

Thanks for those anne. I'll have a look at them Wink

nemo

I know how she feels Laughing

Seriously though I hope she feels better soon.

Mo
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Nosey

She's only 6 and extremely active. It seems a bit young to be suffering with stiffness. One of my Rough Collies didn't suffer with it until she was 10 years old. Different breeds i suppose Rolling Eyes

annestaff

Have you had her hips checked out Nosey?

Nosey

Her hip score is fine. Will pm you tomorrow with why i think her joints are stiff Crying or Very sad

pollaton

is she ok nosey. i hope it is nothing too serious.
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Nosey

Took your advice anne and went for the Arthriaid product. She's been taking it for almost 6 weeks now. There really is a marked improvement as far as stiff joints go.
Thanks Wink

pollaton

thats great news nosey, glad she is feeling brighter. Smile

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Nosey

Thanks michelle. She's back to her 2 or more hours of walks a day so we can both get on the path to fitness again Very Happy

Pet-Village

Hiya,
Here are some things we use

Dorwest Garlic and Fenugreek
Dorwest Easy Green
Dorwest Keepers mix

and we gave both our kiddies Joint aid when they were growing
my brohter in law uses it on his staffie who is getting a bit stiff now and he has seen a great improvement in him.Hope this helps.

alisont

My staffie, whos nearly 8, has developed what i guess is arthritus - vet thinks so too gave him rimiydal (unsure of spelling) for a short course which helped but have read theres certain side effects to this.

Have ordered arthriaid liquid to try and some dog oils, as want to go for the alternatives than the vets.

Hes had a walk today - fine out but hopping around since back.

Just want to get him sorted! Hes also on a diet as vet said 26.4 kg was too much says 23kg would be good, all treats have gone but its hard!

Alison

sambo

So sorry to hear your news Alison i know with my trixy i was told of glucosamine and was also told to keep her weight down so i know exactly how you feel, i'm sure someone will pop along and give you some better advice in the meantime i have found this article for you on glucosamine.

One of the most effective formulas for arthritis and hip dysplasia in cats is a compound called glucosamine. Glucosamine is an amino sugar produced from the shells of chitin (shellfish) and is a key component of cartilage. Glucosamine works to stimulate joint function and repair. It has been proven effective in numerous scientific trials for easing osteoarthritis pain, aiding in the rehabilitation of cartilage, renewing synovial fluid, and repairing joints that have been damaged from osteoarthritis.

Each animal produces a certain amount of glucosamine within their bodies. When animals grow older, their bodies lose the capacity to make enough glucosamine. Having ample glucosamine in your pet's body is essential to producing the nutrients needed to stimulate the production of synovial fluid, the fluid which lubricates your pet's cartilage and keeps your pet's joints healthy. Without enough glucosamine, the cartilage in their weight-bearing joints, such as the hips, knees, and hands deteriorates. The cartilage then hardens and forms bone spurs, deformed joints, and limited joint movement. This is how the debilitating disease of arthritis develops.
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alisont

Thank you for the info really useful, what with this new liquid, dog essential fatty acids oil, and a few other things i hope we get him sorted!

Unless he has walks it will be hard to shift the weight, he put on a bit before christmas whilst he was recovering from an op. Dogs on a diet - a right pain!!! I feel guilty if he has a treat and guilty hearing him winge for treats but am being strict with him, will get him weighed when he goes for next jab at the vets.

Alison Very Happy