NeylasMom Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 What joint supplements are people using where you've seen a noticeable improvement from adding it (and only it)? I know a lot of people like the Spring time supplements, but looking for other suggestions as well. We've used K9 Actiflex for years, but I think they recently removed something from the formula. I've also read that some dogs do better with Glucosamine HCl rather than sulfate (which the Actiflex has) and Zuri has also been on this supplement for many years. Just thinking it might be a good idea to switch it up. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarabz Posted June 12, 2016 Share Posted June 12, 2016 We have switched to Springtime and have seen a big difference. Other people who know Bella have, too. I know you were looking for ideas other than Springtime, sorry Quote Dave (GLS DeviousDavid) - 6/27/18 Gracie (AMF Saying Grace) - 10/21/12 Bella (KT Britta) - 4/29/05 to 2/13/20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NeylasMom Posted June 12, 2016 Author Share Posted June 12, 2016 We have switched to Springtime and have seen a big difference. Other people who know Bella have, too. I know you were looking for ideas other than Springtime, sorry Not at all. I appreciate any feedback. I actually took a closer look at all of their products and think the joint health might be a good option for us because of the Boswellia, which also supposedly has anti-cancer properties, but it is not cheap. Quote Jen, CPDT-KA with Zuri, lab in a greyhound suit, Violet, formerly known as Faith, Skye, the permanent puppy, Cisco, resident cat, and my baby girl Neyla, forever in my heart "The great thing about science is that you're free to disagree with it, but you'll be wrong." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramonaghan Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 I can recommend Osteo-Pet Total Joint Care. It's bacon cheese flavor, and Sweep seems to find it more palatable than the Springtime products. It's not cheap either, but I like the ingredient list. It contains Glucosamine HCI, Chondroitin, MSM, Hyaluronic Acid, Green Lipped Mussels, Collagen, Vitamins C & E, and Boswellia. Sweep's only 6 and we use it for preventative maintenance, so I can't really comment on specific improvements. Quote Rachel with littermates Doolin and Willa, boss cat Tootie, and feline squatters Crumpet and Fezziwig. Missing gentlemen kitties Mud, Henry, and Richard and our beautiful, feisty, silly Sweep. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) Doodles had a dramatic change within 2 weeks of being on Next Level Joint liquid. My friend, who doggy sits my two when I'm out of town, saw her a few weeks after she'd been on it and was shocked at how different she was. Moving really well and brighter. It looks like it's only for horses, but if you read the bottle, it's for dogs, too. It was recommended to me by greyhound trainers. I have tried lots and lots of different products, this one is by far the best I've ever used. Edited June 13, 2016 by seeh2o Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradymom Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 I had tried many things with Brady but we had the best results with Next Level Joint liquid. Quote The handsome boy Brady, mid-morning nap. The sun, the sun feels so, so, so good. I can't keep my eyes open ... ... Retirement agrees ... ... and the Diva Ms India, 2001 - 10/16/2009 .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest KarenD Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 We use "Get Up and Go" that we get from Greyhound Gang. They offer a 4-pack supplement package of : Vitamin C, MSM, Glucosamine and Chondroitin. We have used this for about 4 years and have seen a big difference in Lucy. And proceeds go to help more hounds. I have also spoken to them with questions I have had....quick answers. Worth checking out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
racindog Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 (edited) FRESH FACTORS! It is a miracle supplement. Nothing else comes close. If chronic arthritis etc is an issue I have also found Duralactin to be effective/helpful as well. It is cheaper to purchase it as microlactin (the patented active ingredient) and is available in a tasteless power that can be added to their food for ~ $15 a jar. I have never seen a dog that didn't like Fresh Factors-I think they know how good they are for them! I have also found DGP pills effective as well. JMO. Edited June 13, 2016 by racindog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sarabz Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 We use "Get Up and Go" that we get from Greyhound Gang. They offer a 4-pack supplement package of : Vitamin C, MSM, Glucosamine and Chondroitin. We have used this for about 4 years and have seen a big difference in Lucy. And proceeds go to help more hounds. I have also spoken to them with questions I have had....quick answers. Worth checking out. We were using Get up and Go as well and unfortunately it did not work as well for us. I was really bummed because I really, really loved being able to support the hounds and loved the quick responses and tons of helpful info but we just weren't seeing that it was helping Bella all that much. I'm so glad it's working for your Lucy!! Quote Dave (GLS DeviousDavid) - 6/27/18 Gracie (AMF Saying Grace) - 10/21/12 Bella (KT Britta) - 4/29/05 to 2/13/20 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BatterseaBrindl Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 It looks like it's only for horses, but if you read the bottle, it's for dogs, too. It was recommended to me by greyhound trainers. Most equine joint supplements can be fed to canines...often at a lower cost. Just call the company and ask..they should be able to tell you the canine dosage. I have no advice on certain products, as I am in Canada, but my hounds currently get Tri-Acta. We have also used 'Recovery EQ', but I find they prefer the Tri-Acta. Both these products are available in a canine version, but are more expensive...possibly due to the fact they add 'bacon' flavouring Quote Nancy...Mom to Sid (Peteles Tiger), Kibo (112 Carlota Galgos) and Joshi. Missing Casey, Gomer, Mona, Penelope, BillieJean, Bandit, Nixon (Starz Sammie), Ruby (Watch Me Dash) Nigel (Nigel), and especially little Mario, waiting at the Bridge. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeh2o Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 We were using Get up and Go as well and unfortunately it did not work as well for us. I was really bummed because I really, really loved being able to support the hounds and loved the quick responses and tons of helpful info but we just weren't seeing that it was helping Bella all that much. I'm so glad it's working for your Lucy!! I had the same experience, plus I noticed the dogs were drinking a lot more water. Nothing else in their diet had changed, so I tasted it, it was VERY salty. Maybe it has changed since then, that was quite a while ago. Quote Sunsands Doodles: Doodles aka Claire, Bella Run Softly: Softy aka Bowie (the Diamond Dog) Missing my beautiful boy Sunsands Carl 2.25.2003 - 4.1.2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreyTzu Posted June 13, 2016 Share Posted June 13, 2016 Not at all. I appreciate any feedback. I actually took a closer look at all of their products and think the joint health might be a good option for us because of the Boswellia, which also supposedly has anti-cancer properties, but it is not cheap. i used the Springtime formula with Boswellia and found it incredibly hard to break or crush. Our dogs didn't really care for it at all. I can't remember, but I don't think I saw any significant change either. Quote Wendy and The Whole Wherd. American by birth, Southern by choice. "Do not meddle in the affairs of dragons, for you are crunchy and taste good with ketchup!" ****OxyFresh Vendor ID is 180672239.**** Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleptogrey Posted June 15, 2016 Share Posted June 15, 2016 We were using Get up and Go as well and unfortunately it did not work as well for us. I was really bummed because I really, really loved being able to support the hounds and loved the quick responses and tons of helpful info but we just weren't seeing that it was helping Bella all that much. I'm so glad it's working for your Lucy!! Get up and go didn't work for felix either.has anyone tried dasaquin? Felix has been on it and,eh.... so,I just looked at the Frsh factor website. Maybe,it's because I am using my phone,but how much glucosamine hcl,etc is in each tablet. From what I have read it should be 1500mg Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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