Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Glucosamine?
A: Glucosamine is found naturally in every dog, of every size and shape and breed. All dogs have what is known as chondroitin this helps keep the joints lubricated. It is the building blocks to help your dogs stay mobile and therefore healthy.
Q: How can Glucosamine help my dog?
A: Keeping your dog mobile will keep your dog healthy. Not only does it promote good health by staying active it also would decrease the chances of dog depression! Not being able to move would do that to anyone not just your dog. It is the best way to control Joint Pain Management.
Q: What type of glucosamine would you suggest?
A: There are several different types of glucosamine, but we have tried and tested Liquid Glucosamine and found it to work the best for our dog. She is very fussy when it comes to her meals and this was the very best way to sneak it into her meals. The powder we weren’t sure that the bowl was always going to be licked clean so some times a lot of the powder would be left on the bowl and dried. And also it is very difficult to clean as well when it gets like that the day after the meal.
Q: Whats in this liquid glucosamine?
A: In Syn-flex the ingredients include HCL,chondroitin,omega 3 ,omega 6,boswellin,yucca,vitamins A ,vitamins E ,vitamins C,manganese,bromelain
Q: What glucosamine dosage should I give my dog?
A: Always read the instructions on the bottle, and or listen to your Vet. They will both be able to tell you how much of a glucosamine dosage should give your dog.
Q: I’m just starting out to give my dog glucosamine, how can I give it?
A: The best possible way is the passive way, I’ve seen videos of people shooting the glucosamine into the dogs mouth using a syringe (with no needle). Now think about that.. would you want that being done to you? I sure wouldn’t so why not just mix it in with their meal?
That’s why we suggest Liquid Glucosamine rather than a powder or pills. It is much more versatile to have it soak into the dry dog food rather than sit on top. You can also disguise it with other more friendlier sauces or even meat.
Q: Is Glucosamine the be all end all?
A: No, there are other things that you can do to help your dog out. Things like Arthritic massage and warming blankets to help get those joints and muscles mobile! Even warm baths will help promote mobility.
Q: Should I get my Vet’s permission first, before starting my dog on glucosamine?
A: Yes as with everything concerning your dog’s health you should get the blessing from your Veterinarian first. You find out the information then take it to your Vet. That way they can see that you have done your research or in this case we have done the research for you. And you simply just print it out and take it with you.
Q: When is a dog considered Senior or geriatric?
A: We do not like to put a life expectancy on any dog but the common rule is about 14 years old, so half of that would be considered when the dog was heading into the golden years. This does not mean when your dog reaches 7 years old that they are automatically a senior dog, but its a good rule of thumb to go by. But each dog is different, different exercise level, activity level, different fitness level. Even your dogs size and weight and even breed should be taken into account.
But because your dog is reaching 7 years old, do NOT write your dog off. They have to be treated differently yes but always with the same amount of love and respect that they deserve. Look at what your dog has given respect and love to you.
Q: My dog is 7 years old now, so my dog is considered a senior.. now what?
A: Go to your veterinarian and see about getting your dog on liquid glucosamine, the sooner the better to get your dog on a glucosamine regiment. This will prevent problems in mobility later on. Keep them active as well. Go for those walks always plus it helps you get out of your office/house as well. Plus spending time with your dog too is beneficial.
Q: What should be done differently now that my dog is on Glucosamine?
A: Keep up with the exercise regiment you may have to take more breaks, if you dog enjoys chasing the ball. Consider doing shorter throws or even less but introduce rest periods and fresh water as well.
Q: I’ve seen a definite increase in my dogs mobility, what should I do now?
A: Well tell your veterinarian, friends and family and who ever else will listen. Too many dogs have been written off as a bothersome problem. They are a member of your family a furry four legged family member. No not a child but a family member and should be treated as such!
