My 10 year old Rottweiler, Belle has arthritis that is getting pretty bad.
I don’t want her on Rx medication because I’ve heard it can damage her liver, and other internal organs.
What are some of the best non prescription medications I can give try for her?
What Is The Best Non Prescription Arthritis Medication For Dogs?
November 13th, 2009 by akkakevin Leave a reply »
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She sounds pretty far advanced. I’m so sorry. This is a hard journey for you as it is for her.
I had a Rottie who died of complications from arthritis and I have it pretty bad myself.
Exercise is the BEST medicine. Swimming has no impact and is kind to arthritic joints. If Belle likes water, get her swimming.
Taking off excess weight is essential to aiding in the comfort level. If Belle happens to have some excess weight on her, make motions to reduce the poundage. Substituting with canned pumpkin (not mix!) will help her to feel full while NOT adding unnecessary calories.
There comes a time when drugs DO help a LOT. Adequan shots will help to promote fluid production in cushioning joints, which will reduce Belle’s pain a LOT….. if her vet feels it’s worth trying at her stage and age.
I’m sorry for what you are facing. Best of luck to you both.
Aspirin is not good for dogs, certainly worse than decent prescription specifically used for arthritic dogs, either Rimadyl or Metacam.
Metacam can be used long term with no side effects, it works very well for bone pain in dogs – it costs more than aspirin, but it is a lot safer and more effective.
Aspirin can cause internal bleeding, don’t give that to your dog.
You need to take your dog to a vet and have him looked at and then get the right anti=inflammatory/pain med for him – he deserves to be looked after properly.
We sell a product called D.G.P. (Dog Gone Pain) It’s all natural and very effective.
There is also Rejuvenate (same idea as above)
You can slowly rebuild her spongy tissue between the bones and joints too, and that should help alleviate her pain. Glucosamine hydrochloride (2000mg daily) plus 1000mg Vit C daily should help after about a month.
There’s also a dog treat by “Zukes” called “Hip Action” that can be very helpful in alleviating arthritis pain but again, it takes a bit of time to become effective.
Good Luck
NEVER EVER GIVE MEDICATION MENT FOR HUMANS TO DOGS, UNLESS THE VETS RECOMMEND ITS, BUT ONLY ON YOUR OWN VETS ADVICE.
Also just because something natural and aparently safe, does NOT neccessarily mean they are safe, SO don’t be fooled by the term natural. Remember many natural things are toxic to dogs!
The only things that i believe you can get without a prescription and i would recommend asking the vet before even using them! Because I do not think they cure the arthritis-they may releave a small amount of the dogs pain.http://www.nativeremedies.com/petalive/m…http://cgi.ebay.com/Cosequin-Cat-Dog-90-…http://www.bestpetsupply.com/shopping/pr…http://www.ubuntumall.com/tho/tr/product…
GO for glucosamine. I also have an older dog, She just turned 13 last month. She has arthritis in her hocks. The vet told me to give her 1/2 tablet once daily, since she is a medium size 1 table would be better for your Rottie. She would spit it out, so I would grind in up into her food. That way I know that she is getting it. Also we switched her to senior food that has it in the ingredients. If she is better at eating any kind of treats, they sell them in treat form. Either from the local pet store realtor like Petsmart or Petco or online like Omaha Vaccine Co.
She is now acting like a puppy at times running around vs having her crying just to be able to go outside to the bathroom.
Hope this helps out.
My sis’s dog broke its leg before she got it and the people that had her before never got it fixed so it has really bad arthritis she just gives her COATED asprin it seems to help her try a higher mil. along with a heating pad for a little bit at night. Asprin is fine for dogs to take it does not hurt them at ALL! like I said make sure it is COATED asprin.
I am confused as to what you are looking for… a pain reliever, or something to actually help her joints?
You can put her on a glucosamine supplement (human grade from Walgreens or whatever) to help her joints, but that won’t help if she is in any pain.
Aspirin can be used, but ask your vet for dosage, of course.
Go to 1800petmeds.com and get the arthritis vitamins with Chondroitin and Glucosamine. They are called Super Joint Enhancer. The only other thing I know of is Rimadyl. You can use SAM-E for her liver. Get her comfortable bedding.
Cortaflex capsules worked brilliantly for my Dobermann when he developed arthritis. If you have canine insurance you may be able to claim for the cost on your policy.http://www.cortaflex.co.uk/catdogproduct…
This would be best answered by your vet. I would call the vet and ask for suggestions on what is safe for your pet. Even if you think there is a good option listed here, please consult your vet first to verify it is safe.
I’m sure you can look up natural herb remedies or something, for dogs of course.
Or tell your vet you don’t want something to mess up her liver.
I use the triple strength Glucosamine/Chondroitin at CVS made by Pain Free. I use the Human dose for my Newfies.