[Liz]

My 9 year old spoo is starting to slow down, and our vet recommended a joint supplement, as it's too early for an NSAID. She recommended either Cosequin or Osteo Bi-Flex, and added that the Osteo Bi-Flex is usually cheaper. She also gave us dosage instructions, including during the 6 week loading period.

Has anyone had any issues with either supplement? Is there anything else I should know or think about before adding one?

 

[Dogs4Life]

I put my 8 year old maltese/poodle mix on Cosequin after an injury and observed that it helped him somewhat. His vet recommended Dasequin and said I should switch to that if I felt Cosequin wasn't working well enough. You could start with Cosequin and see how your dog does on that first.

 

[Liz]

Thanks. There seem to be many variations of both Cosequin and Osteo Bi-Flex. Lots to sort through.

 

[Dogs4Life]

I bought the Cosequin and Dasequin off Chewy, but I have heard the vet sells a different version.

This is what I bought:
https://www.chewy.com/nutramax-cosequin-maximum-strength/dp/116532

https://www.chewy.com/nutramax-dasuquin-msm-soft-chews/dp/35849

 

[Asta's Mom]

I had good luck with Cosequin with my elderly springer spaniels.

 

[Liz]

Thanks, everyone. Since it's early days, I think Cosequin is sufficient for now, and the price seems manageable.