your input on back supplements, please

[Leslie]

Nikki, you once mentioned  Cosequin--can you tell me more?

Who else gives supplements for back/joint?

[Krista]

I gave Glyco-Flex (the old version, now called GF 300) for a long time, but then I admit I forgot to re-order when I ran out back in tax season.  I have to wonder if Roscoe would be hurting right now if I had been more on the ball.

We will be giving Glyco-Flex I to all the doglets now, and Roscoe will get an increased dosage of it for the next 4-6 weeks as he's healing.

****now I plan to ask the surgeon about this before giving it to Roscoe, since he had surgery Tuesday.

[Leslie]

Where do you get it? and what are the ratios (ingredients)?

[Krista]

I buy it through KV Vet supply - http://www.kvvet.com

My vet said Glyco-Flex I is the one to use to as a precautionary measure - and he suggested giving it to all my dachshunds, regardless of whether they have a history of back problems.  He has not tried the higher formulas yet, but said they may work better for a dog with proven problems.

They carry it for a good price and free shipping on it and most other small items.  Darn good price on greenies too.

http://www.kvvet.com/KVVet/product_family.asp?family%5Fid=1173&gift=False&0=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D197&1=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D978%26menu%5Fid%3D%26Tree%3D0%2CBone%20%26%20Joint%20Care&2=dept%2Easp%2Cdept%5Fid%3D186%26menu%5Fid%3D%26Tree%3D1%2CJoint%20Support%20%28Dogs%29&mscssid=12FB5A7DC78A41FF8212544CC395C6AE

Glyco Flex I - New Formula   

Glyco-Flex I is recommended by Veterinarians for puppies, younger dogs or dogs predisposed to hip or joint dysfunction for the maintenance of optimal joint health. Each smoke flavored, scored, chewable tablet supports the structure and function of joints and connective tissue throughout your dog’s life. Vetri-Science holds 5 U.S. patents on DMG.

Perna mussels are a good source of protein, minerals, and chondroitin sulfates.
Along with Glucosamine and Perna canaliculus, GLYCO-FLEX® I contains other ingredients such as N,N Dimethylglycine (DMG). Vetri-Science holds 5 U.S. patents on DMG which demonstrates the multiple benefits that this ingredient can provide for the health and well-being of the dog.

The Perna canaliculus used in GLYCO-FLEX® I is produced by freeze-drying the entire mussel (excluding the shell) of the Perna Mussel from New Zealand.

Formula:
Each Chewable Tablet Contains: Glyco-Flex® I, Perna canaliculus (Green-Lipped) Mussel 600 mg, Glucosamine HCl 500 mg, Brewers Yeast 400 mg, Stearic Acid 133 mg, N, N Dimethylglycine HCl 100 mg, Cellulose 80 mg, Silicon Dioxide 48 mg, Smoke Flavor 19 mg.

Suggested Use (Initial 4-6 weeks);
Up to 30 pounds - 1/2 tablet daily
31 to 60 pounds - 1 tablet daily
61 to 100 pounds - 2 tablets daily
101 pounds and over - 2 1/2 tablets daily.

Maintenance Uses:
Up to 30 pounds - 1/2 tablet every other day
31 to 60 pounds - 1/2 tablet daily
61 to 100 pounds - 1 tablet daily
101 pounds and over - 1 1/2 tablets daily.

If giving more than 1 tablet, divide between AM and PM.

[Kari]

Amazon.com has Glyco Flex I - New Formula - 120 tabs fo $28.99. Seems like a good price...

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0002X8H0A/002-2632025-5872004?v=glance&n=1055398&n=507846&s=home-garden&v=glance