Ask the Vet About Arthritis in Dogs and Cats

Hey! I like Nutramax Cosequin for Cats! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer https://www.1800petmeds.com/nutramax+cosequin+joint+health+supplement+for+cats+-+with+glucosamine+and+chondroitin-prod298144.html

Hey! Gabapentin and Tramadol both need a prescription to be filled! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer

Hey! Gabapentin is a good medication to start with! If that doesn't seem to help, you should talk to your vet about other medications like Rimadyl or Galliprant. They will probably want to run some bloodwork on her first though! -Dr. Lindsay Butzer

Hey! It sounds like your dog might be experiencing some joint pain or stiffness, which is quite common especially in older dogs. For immediate relief, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like carprofen, deracoxib, or meloxicam can be quite effective. However, these should only be given under veterinary supervision as they can have side effects. Never give human medications like ibuprofen or acetaminophen to your dog without consulting a vet, as these can be toxic for them. In addition to medication, consider incorporating joint supplements into your dog's diet. Glucosamine and chondroitin are often recommended for dogs with joint issues as they can help to maintain cartilage health. Now, for the long-term strategy, maintaining a healthy weight is crucial. Excess weight can put additional stress on your dog's joints, exacerbating the issue. Regular, gentle exercise can also be beneficial, helping to keep joints flexible and muscles strong. Lastly, physical therapies such as massage, hydrotherapy, or acupuncture can also be beneficial for some dogs. And remember, every dog is unique, so it's important to consult with your local vet to find the best approach for your particular pup. I hope this helps and that your doggy friend feels better soon!

Hey! The price is online if you search for Carprofen. Looks like its around $36 for 180 tablets of the 100mg. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer

Hey! A 2 and 1/2 year old German shepherd may have congenital hip dysplasia and arthritis and starting pain medications and glucosamines and fish oils is the right thing to do! I can put a link to ones sold on Petmeds.com below. I also strongly recommend starting a "Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Pain medication" such as Galliprant which has no side effects on organs and makes arthritic or dogs in muscle pain feel good. She may also benefit from Gabapentin a nerve pain medication if she is having sciatic nerve pain or spinal nerve pain. I hope this answer helped and also talk to your local veterinarian about other pain options too! MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBvlURdNKSJ2oRbzUB1_JQw Shop online at Petmeds.com for GLUCOSAMINE: https://www.1800petmeds.com/nutramax+cosequin+maximum+strength+joint+health+supplement+for+dogs+-+with+glucosamine%2C+chondroitin%2C+and+msm-prod11174.html FISHOILS sold online at Petmeds.comhttps://www.1800petmeds.com/super+pure+omega+3+bite+sized+chews-prod11379.html YOUTUBE VIDEO ON PAIN BY PETMEDS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYt7pt3ovg0&t=6s

Hey! A 12 year old Wheaten Terrier may definitely be experiencing some arthritis pain. The best things to do is start her on a Glucosamine and fish oil supplements I can put a link to ones sold on Petmeds.com below. I also strongly recommend starting a "Non-steroidal Anti-inflammatory Pain medication" such as Galliprant which has no side effects on organs and makes older arthritic dogs feel good. I believe that an older dog who is in less pain from arthritis will live longer because this reduces their stress levels of being able to protect themselves and stress/cortisol is hard on a pets body and ages them faster. So definitely starting a pain protocol now will be helpful! I hope this answer helped and also talk to your local veterinarian about other pain options too! MY YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBvlURdNKSJ2oRbzUB1_JQw Shop online at Petmeds.com for GLUCOSAMINE: https://www.1800petmeds.com/nutramax+cosequin+maximum+strength+joint+health+supplement+for+dogs+-+with+glucosamine%2C+chondroitin%2C+and+msm-prod11174.html FISHOILS sold online at Petmeds.comhttps://www.1800petmeds.com/super+pure+omega+3+bite+sized+chews-prod11379.html

Hey! He might! Or carpal tunnel which they can get too in their wrist tendons just like humans. I suggest definitely getting him on a glucosamine/joint supplement and then you can try NSAIDs for dogs such as galliprant ect. I will put a link below to a video on PAIN in dogs for you to watch and learn more. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer PAIN CONTROL IN DOGS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYt7pt3ovg0

Hey! Rimadyl is an anti-inflammatory. Your German shepherd may benefit from Tramadol which is an opioid for severe arthritis. Gabapentin is a never pain medication which may also be very helpful for him. You need to discuss this with your local veterinarian on the next visit. Also, keep giving glucosamine and fish oils to help lubricate the joints. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer

Hey! No. Please do not give this it can be toxic to dogs and cause liver and kidney disease. Please talk to you local veterinarian and get a prescription from them that is safe for dogs. Dr. Lindsay Butzer ASK THE VET LIVE ONLINE APT TO GET MEDICINE: https://www.1800petmeds.com/vetlive

Hey! Galliprant is a great NSAID with minimal side effects on the liver and can be used daily for arthritis inflammation pain. I prescribe this alot. You should also do joint supplements to built up the joints such as glucosamine and chondroitin. You can order any glucosamine supplements for dogs that have credibility such as Dasaquin and Cosequin or soon Petmeds is coming out with a delray line that has joint supplements that are made with quality ingredients but at an affordable price. I will put a link anyways to the joint supplements they sell now. Dr. Lindsay Butzer DASAQUIN: https://www.1800petmeds.com/dasuquin+with+msm+soft+chews+for+dogs-prod12048.html PAIN MANAGEMENT VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZYt7pt3ovg0

Hey! Here is a link to Glycol-Flex soft chews sold online at Petmeds.com It has glucosamine and other great ingredients to support your dogs joints. Here is the link below and it is cheaper around $12. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer GLYCO-FLEX Soft Chews for dogs: https://www.1800petmeds.com/glyco+flex+soft+chews-prod10819.html

Hey! Im sorry I need more information. But CBD is ok. There are better arthritis pain medications such as previcox or galliprant that I like to use. These are NSAIDS for dogs. Human NSAIDS like Advil or Tylenol will Kill dogs - don't give it. You can chat with a vet online at Vetster.com to get prescribed NSAIDS (anti-inflammatories) to help your dog. They will ship from Petmeds.com right to your front door. I hope this helps! Dr. Lindsay Butzer

Hey! At this time Petmeds does not ship to Australia. I am sorry you are having troubles with overseas consults. Dr. Lindsay Butzer

Hey! I do not know of one. Medical devices or braces for dog legs cause skin soars and end up hurting the dog more from discomfort then simply dealing with their arthritis. Sling walks and assisted care I think is the best. You can try using anti-inflammatories such as Rimadyl, Galliprant or Previcox to help with arthritis pain, which I regularly like to use for my older patients. Otherwise, this is a process of aging that is inevitable and simply helping him walk is all you can do. I hope this helped! Dr. Lindsay Butzer