Joint Supplements For Dogs Are Not Created Equal

Starting your dog early on joint supplements can go a long way in  slowing down the age-related deterioration of the joints. However, finding the right product for your pet will need some “sleuthing” on your part. There are high-quality joint supplements while there are also low-quality products that are priced much lower to woo customers.

When choosing a joint supplement for your dog, always make a habit of checking out the quantity of active ingredients. It should be stated in milligrams. If this is not available, the product may contain low levels of the active ingredients which means it is unlikely that your pet will benefit from taking it. This is also true with manufacturers of dry dog food that try to woo customers by adding glucosamine to their formula, which, for the most part is only in negligible amounts. Know how much your dog should receive daily and never compromise quality with quantity.

If your dog has allergies, there are hypoallergenic joint supplements that are available. Take note, however, that there is no guarantee that your hypersensitive dog won’t react to any of the ingredients.  These products are usually made with ingredients that rarely trigger allergic reaction in hypersensitive dogs.

If you have any doubts or concerns, you should talk to your vet Sugar Land, TX.