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Whether your companion is suffering from severe joint dysfunction or prevention is your intention...

One of the best defenses and treatments for joint dysfunction is a high quality product with Glucosamine/ Chondroitin sulfate compounds. Glucosamine stimulates the production of glucosaminoglycans (GAGs), important proteins found in cartilage and proteoglycans, the water-holding molecules that make up the cartilage. Glucosamine has been shown to not only help ease soreness and discomfort, but also rehabilitate damaged cartilage. Chondroitin sulfate is part of a large protein molecule (proteoglycan) that gives cartilage its elasticity. These compounds may also have anti-inflammatory activity.

Extensive research indicates that omega-3 fatty acids reduce inflammation and help prevent certain chronic health conditions such as joint dysfunction and heart ailments. In addition, essential fatty acids aid in gastrointestinal health and the treatment of allergies (which contribute to inflammation and joint deterioration).

Optimal diet and nutrition are essential because joint issues are commonly a result of toxin buildup in the animal’s system – so the “cleaner” the diet, the fewer toxins in the animal’s system & the more support the body has for healing and resisting disease and further deterioration. Overweight animals are much more prone to joint dysfunction – so a diet may be in order. Please see the article What You Should Know About Your Pet’s Food.

Preventing joint deterioration can go a long way to easing the effects of aging for your companion. Holistic veterinarians often recommend that dogs be started on a good joint support regimen that includes glucosamine by the time they are 8 or 9 years old for larger breeds, 10 or 11 for smaller breeds - even when no symptoms are present. Cats can also benefit from glucosamine administration earlier in the aging process rather than waiting until symptoms appear.  Their needs will vary greatly depending upon lifestyle – how much exercise they get, quality of diet, and exposure to environmental toxins in the home.  Start giving your cat glucosamine at the FIRST sign of reduced mobility and activity such as scratching less or lower on posts, not jumping as high or often and stiffness upon rising.

The following items have been selected for their synergistic effects in providing joint support for dogs and cats:

Prevention and Early Stage Joint Dysfunction

Signs:

• Signs are subtle
• Slight stiffness after strenuous exercise
• Periodic limping that later disappears

Kit includes:

• Super Daily Vitamins + Joint Support 10 oz.
• Only Natural Pet Pure Icelandic Salmon Oil - 17 oz.

Advanced Joint Dysfunction

Signs:

• Animal is stiff when first arising
• Limps after regular exercise
• Walks slower or has a slight limp
• “Bunny hops” rather than running normally
• Hesitates when climbing stairs
• Less playful and “bouncy” than previously
• Difficulty jumping onto furniture or into the car

Kit includes:

• Super Daily Vitamins + Joint Support 10 oz.
• Only Natural Pet Pure Icelandic Salmon Oil - 17 oz.
• Only Natural Pet Lubri-Ease Liquid 16 oz.

Severe Joint Dysfunction

Signs:

• Often needs help getting up
• Frequently or always limps
• Resistant to climbing stairs
• Shows difficulty squatting to go to the bathroom
• Signs of muscle deterioration in one or more limbs
• Sore or tender area(s) in limbs when touched

Kit includes:

• Super Daily Vitamins + Joint Support 10 oz.
• Only Natural Pet Pure Icelandic Salmon Oil - 17 oz.
• Only Natural Pet Lubri-Ease Plus 90 Tablets

Additional Recommendations:

For pets in discomfort please add one of the following remedies to your pet's regimen for use during the first 4-6 weeks while the glucosamine, chondroitin and essential fatty acids begin the healing process. These products can ease the discomfort and soreness while the therapeutic effects of the other products are building in your companion’s system: (To add on one of the products below, simply click on the product link, input a quantity, click "add to cart" and then close the window. The product will remain in your shopping cart until you are ready to check out.)

• Only Natural Pet Lubri-Herb
• Animal’s Apawthecary Alfalfa/Yucca Blend
• Genesis Resources Canine Pain Plus
• Genesis Resources Feline Pain Plus
• Nature’s Herbs for Pets Joint Relief
• HC Mobility 2
• Seven Forests Liquidambar 15 (especially helpful for back, disc, hip)
• NF Spectra 405
• DGP
• Love My Pet Joint Relief

For optimal results for severe joint dysfunction add antioxidants such as:

• Vetri-Science Cell Advance
• Genesis Resources Canine Antioxidants
• Genesis Resources Feline Antioxidants
   

And last but not least, don’t forget the treats:

• Zukes Hip Action for Dogs / Cats
• In Clover Joint Savvy Snacks for Dogs