tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post1355589008300917615..comments2023-09-26T12:09:29.433-07:00Comments on Q&A: The Dogs Today Think Tank: Cold shoulder... and other jointsBeverley Cuddyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03544804932989118884noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-6524727092877162632012-01-16T08:28:59.564-08:002012-01-16T08:28:59.564-08:00I use Fullolife on both my labradors! Works a trea...I use Fullolife on both my labradors! Works a treat throughout Winter and they love the taste!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-91704957162021541482012-01-09T02:18:51.279-08:002012-01-09T02:18:51.279-08:00I have an elderly bitch with hip dysplasia and art...I have an elderly bitch with hip dysplasia and arthritis. The vet told me that she would likely be stiff after long periods of inactivity, but once she "warmed up" from activity she may appear less stiff. He recommended short but frequent exercise. It may help your boxer, for example, if you gave him a short stroll in the morning, 5-10 mins, and then did a longer walk later. You could just try it and see what works.<br /><br />I would also recommend visiting the vet and getting him checked just in case.Dr Isabel Towershttp://www.bouncenpounce.bounceme.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-31570091032588340152012-01-08T15:34:54.632-08:002012-01-08T15:34:54.632-08:00Keeping joints warm, as suggested above, with a wa...Keeping joints warm, as suggested above, with a warm coat can help. Gentle exercise but not over-exercising. Reducing pressure on joints by helping the dog in the car with a ramp or by lifting for example. Another natural supplement substance that's beneficial to joints in addition to what's already been mentioned is Cetyl Myrristoleate http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cetyl_myristoleate. It's the main ingredient in a joint supplement for dogs called Cetyl M http://www.cetylm.co.ukWilliamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01213484193304170471noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-675736222728357022012-01-08T12:57:22.137-08:002012-01-08T12:57:22.137-08:00My gsd has joint problems in hips and knee and als...My gsd has joint problems in hips and knee and also spinal problems, my vet who is a rehab specalist Lowri Davies at The Smart Cinic in Wales, says to always put a coat on a dog with joint problems! Also a Herbal vet suggested celadrin for use alongside glucosamine and chrondrotin, for dogs who get stiff during winterI used to buy this from holland and barrett!<br />i use synoquin for amber's joingt tablets , these contain all the glucosamine and chrondrotin, she is also give omega 3 oil for anti inflammotry properties!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-84280710557437503262012-01-08T11:47:26.538-08:002012-01-08T11:47:26.538-08:00I second the comment about Joint Aid for Dogs - my...I second the comment about Joint Aid for Dogs - my 13 year old mongrel can now jump back over the fence by the lake to chase the ducks (that's an unwanted side-effect lol!) Cheapest place I've found is petsupermarket but do your own search just to check. I also recommend serrapet, which has worked nothing less than a miracle on my dog's arthritic elbow, to the extent that he has had no problems for 18 months since I started him on it. You can buy it from www.grandmalovesthedog.com Also a coat for colder weather is a good idea - you can always take it off once your dog has warmed up.Tracynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-88731232262606336482012-01-08T10:52:27.683-08:002012-01-08T10:52:27.683-08:00Why not give Tumeric a go, its easy to get,(asian ...Why not give Tumeric a go, its easy to get,(asian shops even cheaper than supermarket,) its natural, so no side effects, helps with joint pain, acts as anatural pain killer and also helps with skin and coat problems, My staffy Tobi is like a new dog since starting him on half a teaspoon per day on his evening mealJill Ellisnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-58226602628170792922012-01-08T10:38:23.755-08:002012-01-08T10:38:23.755-08:00Joint Aid for Dogs added to food will help- I have...Joint Aid for Dogs added to food will help- I have a 5yo 45kg American Bulldog who had TPLO as a youngster and he runs around all day with me on the farm in all weathers thanks to this. He is also fed on the BARF diet with the emphasis on raw meaty bones.April Chttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07637436641699237424noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-42829517670212481782012-01-08T10:04:54.915-08:002012-01-08T10:04:54.915-08:00Hydrotherapy is fab :) We take our 10 year old Col...Hydrotherapy is fab :) We take our 10 year old Collie/Lab cross to a hydrotherapy centre in Warrington and it's really helped his joints.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-81322682221450186922012-01-07T04:49:57.080-08:002012-01-07T04:49:57.080-08:00You could try Glucosamine, Chondroitin and MSM, wh...You could try Glucosamine, Chondroitin and MSM, which with this combination or just the Glucosamine would be very helpful. Also Green Lipped Mussel can be good. You could also try massage of the affected area, or use Tellington Touch, Reiki healing (you would need a qualified practitioner for this), Accupressure or Homeopathy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-50148759409208445992012-01-05T11:33:08.291-08:002012-01-05T11:33:08.291-08:00I'm with you - I don't like the thought o...I'm with you - I don't like the thought of anyone being on daily medication unless it is absolutely needed i.e. they will die without it.<br /><br />For walks, what about a nice, warm jacket? I know popular theory is that dogs & cats have fur coats & don't feel the cold, but tell that to my (young) dog who would rather stand shivering at the back door than go for a pee on a chilly morning - let alone go for a walk in the cold!<br />Inka has a warm "winter jacket" for walks, and a fleece jumper which I bought for him on-line (I'd link, but I don't know if links are allowed). On particularly chilly nights, he sleeps in his jumper, and I've noticed he sleeps 'better' (i.e. falls asleep easier, and stays asleep for longer) with it on when it's chilly vs not having it on; and it's also a good 'stopgap' for going for a pee in the garden - it's easy to put on & take off.<br />You should be able to get something similar from a pet shop, though the ones I've seen haven't been big enough for Inka (he's 24" tall & 21Kg), or have only been thin.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7008632143615292951.post-88689010187499741052012-01-05T10:52:25.403-08:002012-01-05T10:52:25.403-08:00The reason dogs – and in fact us too – get stiff j...The reason dogs – and in fact us too – get stiff joints in the cold weather is due to the changes in the atmospheric pressure rather than the actual cold or wet conditions. When there’s a drop in atmospheric pressure the joint tissues swell and the pressure of the fluid inside them can cause stiffness and discomfort.<br /><br />Of course there can be other reasons behind painful joints. The protective cartilage that covers the joint surface can wear away with age and the exposed bone can then become damaged, causing pain. As joint decay advances, the surrounding muscles, ligaments and tendons can become weaker. This becomes something of a viscous circle as increased pain reduces mobility leading to muscle wasting and further loss of joint support.<br /><br />The core nutrients associated with joint health are Glucosamine and Chondroitin. Younger animals are able to produce Glucosamine from their diet, but as they age, this ability drops, so supplementing with Glucosamine HCl and Chondroitin is a good start to maintaining joint health. You should also look to reduce the inflammation and a natural way to do this is through the use of green-lipped mussel, which contains a unique omega 3 called ETA – a powerful anti-inflammatory and very beneficial for joint health.<br /><br />Synovial fluid in the joint helps lubricate and cushion it during movement but in older age it can start to thin. Hyluronic acid thickens the synovial fluid and has been shown to reach the joints within two hours if fed as a supplement.<br /><br />Yumove is formulated to provide highly effective levels of all these key nutrients for joint health in your dog – you can find out more at www.lintbells.com. And you might be interested to know that we now produce a version to help owners’ joints too called iMove (www.imovejointcare.co.uk).Dr John Howie, Nutritionist and co-founder of Lintbellsnoreply@blogger.com