Patches03 Posted December 4, 2013 Report Share Posted December 4, 2013 Tink had a broken femur and fractured tibia. Those were both already healing by the time rescue got her. The ortho vet chose not to do surgery as it could cause more complications. We don't even notice they were broke, she does really well. The foster mom had her on dasuquin, but I think I'd like her to be on a supplement with more glucos, chondro, etc in it. I have found a few different options. My clinic sells Sound Dog Viscosity by herbsmith. It looks pretty good. Or I've read wonderful reviews about Hylasport, I just don't know if she'd like granules. My friend suggested Synovi G3. Then I also read reviews on Glyco-Flex. So is anyone's BC's on joint supplements? If so what are you using? She will be going in for a wellness on Monday. So we can ask my vet then too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gcv-border Posted December 4, 2013 Report Share Posted December 4, 2013 My former vet suggested Synovi G3 - which he sold (of course). Two rehab vets (whose opinion I value more) recommend Dasuquin. I have used this since my BC was 15-16 months old and suffered from an ileopsoas strain. (I buy it online). My 17 year old Sheltie mix rescue is taking Glyco-Flex III - because she is old (and doing great for her age - still able to go up and down stairs, but she has to think about it first) and because she would not eat either Dasuquin or Synovi G3 (both in chewable form). I prefer Dasuquin because of the science behind it and because of who recommended it. I don't know of any studies that have specifically compared joint supplements to each other so you will have to go with your gut and see how your dog does on the supplement. I think if you buy a quality supplement, you may not be able to tell the difference. Some owners also give human-grade supplements which can actually be cheaper than some canine supplements. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alchemist Posted December 4, 2013 Report Share Posted December 4, 2013 We use Dasuquin (with MSM) and Adequan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Root Beer Posted December 4, 2013 Report Share Posted December 4, 2013 When Adequan wasn't available this past summer, I tried Lubrisyn with Speedy and I like the results so much I didn't switch back. It's hyaluronic acid. I know they have it in different brands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurae Posted December 4, 2013 Report Share Posted December 4, 2013 I just had a bad experience with my usual online joint supplement supplier. Where are people finding the best deals these days? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patches03 Posted December 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted December 6, 2013 Tink met the vet yesterday. Mom brought her x rays with her. The vet suggests putting her on this http://www.silverliningherbs.com/store/products/12_BTC_Bone_Tissue_and_Cartilage_Support-90-2.html And springtime joint chews Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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