The Truth About Dog Joint Supplements - A Vets Perspective

[@AvaWilson-l8d]

We use Antinol joint supplements for our dogs, and it has been fantastic! Its a green lipped mussel supplement and is completely natural. We LOVE it!

[@AblePaws]

Amazing, nice to see others also having positive results with the green lipped muscle. Great to see the the majority of supplement companies recognising and including this in their joint supplements.

[@josephtein3835]

Excellent information; thank you.

[@AblePaws]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mikahundin]

Title: The Truth About Dog Joint Supplements - A Vet's Perspective • Joint supplements are designed to be given along with a dog's regular diet to help maintain joint health and prevent conditions like lameness, pain, and osteoarthritis later in life. However, supplements alone cannot make up for an inadequate diet or obesity, which put extra strain on the joints. • When looking for a quality joint supplement, key ingredients to look for include: 1) Green-lipped mussel extract - High in omega-3 fatty acids to reduce inflammation and lubricate joints. 2) Glucosamine - Vital for cartilage development and protection to prevent bone-on-bone rubbing. 3) Hyaluronic acid - Important component of synovial fluid that lubricates joints. 4) Antioxidants like vitamins E and C - Bind to free radicals that can cause oxidative joint damage. • Large and giant dog breeds like Newfoundlands and Great Danes are higher priority candidates for joint supplements because their increased weight puts more stress on their joints, making joint issues more likely later in life. • Proper dosing by the dog's weight is crucial - underdosing won't provide maximum benefits, while overdosing risks potential side effects. Joint supplements usually come in tablet form and can be crushed and mixed with food to improve compliance for picky eaters. • The pros of joint supplements are that they are non-invasive, relatively inexpensive long-term compared to injections, and contain clinically proven joint-benefiting ingredients. The cons are that they may not be effective for every dog, compliance can be challenging for finicky eaters, and costs can add up over time requiring buying in bulk.

[@mikahundin]

The video explains that hyaluronic acid is an important component of synovial fluid, which lubricates the joints. Here's some more detail on how hyaluronic acid supplementation can help the synovial fluid: Synovial fluid is found in the cavities of synovial joints, like the knees and elbows. It acts as a lubricant to reduce friction between the cartilage surfaces during movement. Hyaluronic acid is a key ingredient in synovial fluid that gives it its viscous, lubricating properties. It allows the fluid to act as a shock absorber and lubricant during joint movement. In osteoarthritis and joint injuries, the hyaluronic acid concentration and molecular weight in the synovial fluid decreases, making it less viscous and less effective as a lubricant. Supplementing with hyaluronic acid can help replenish the levels and improve the quality of the existing synovial fluid. This allows it to better cushion the joint and facilitate smooth, low-friction movement. The improved viscosity of the synovial fluid from hyaluronic acid supplementation can reduce pain, inflammation, and prevent further deterioration by providing better lubrication between the joint surfaces. So in summary, hyaluronic acid is a vital component that gives synovial fluid its lubricating abilities, and supplementation helps maintain or restore proper joint lubrication.

[@gaurimayadav]

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