Gwen Posted October 19, 2004 Report Share Posted October 19, 2004 As you may recall, we're treating Molly proactively for rather severe CHD. She doesn't have any signs/symptoms yet. The vet wanted to start treating her with Cosequin ASAP in hope that her joints will tighten up in the next few months to put off surgery a while longer (she's 9 mos now). The vet was really pushing Cosequin over other supplements. I know there are lots of human grade OTC supplements that are a fraction of the cost. The vet says (and the literature I've read) that Cosequin is more thoroghly tested and purity guaranteed. I know that human supplements don't go through the same FDA process as medications. They can't all be bunk though, right? Point being - is it prefered to go with the Cosequin or would an OTC work just as well? Any particular details I should know about. Anyone have any recommendations based on what has worked well with your dog? TIA Gwen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JenS Posted October 19, 2004 Report Share Posted October 19, 2004 Nutramax is the manufacturer of Cosquin and they also make a human supplement. It is the same formulation and I believe it to be a bit cheaper. It could be worth checking out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SunDogs Posted October 19, 2004 Report Share Posted October 19, 2004 Yes, Cosamin, the human product, is cheaper & one can often find discounts, etc. Check out Costco.com. Personally, I use the liquid horse formulations but my dogs don't have CHD. You can play around & see wich works best for you. HTH, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pipedream Farm Posted October 21, 2004 Report Share Posted October 21, 2004 Glucosamine/Chondroitin Products Not Measuring Up An Analysis of Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulfate Content in Oral Joint Supplement Products Marketed to Horse Owners Research your source of neutricuticals. Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valhalla Posted October 21, 2004 Report Share Posted October 21, 2004 Personally, I prefer Synovi G3 by DVM Pharmaceuticals. It has worked wonders on my BC with an old sesamoid injury. http://www.dvmpharmaceuticals.com/display....viG3%20Granules Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoloRiver Posted October 21, 2004 Report Share Posted October 21, 2004 I used a glucosamine/chondroitin supplement from Puritan's Pride for my dogs, neither of whom have diagnosed joint issues so I can't say it it works for severe problems (Solo's gotten it ever since he bunged up a knee playing ball, and Fly gets it just 'cause since she's a hard-driving kinda gal). It has the same levels as Cosequin and I give it at the same dose. Consumer Reports tested Puritan's Pride products and found them to contain exactly what they're supposed to, and the prices can't be beat. I've ordered many other vitamins from them as well and been satisfied with the quality. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diane allen Posted October 23, 2004 Report Share Posted October 23, 2004 Another great source of info on this product, and many more (including mostly human vitamins, supplements, etc.) is www.consumerlab.com. It is an independent testing lab, which looks at contents (does the product contain what it says it does?) and bioavailability. Cosequin was the best pet product tested! And I was dismayed to find that the two gluco/chon products that I'd used for myself were not on the list. No more! What a waste of money, for me and the dogs! diane Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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