Osteo biflex can be given to dogs safely, but there are a number of products formulated specifically for dogs that work well, the best of these in my opinion is Cosequin.

Dog joint supplements containing glucosamine can have tremendous benefits for your dog's joint health. Overall, research indicates that glucosamine: Helps lubricate your dog's joints for less painful movement. Reduces inflammation in the joints (chronic inflammation is the #1 enemy of healthy joints)

You can give your dog glucosamine every day, but as with all doggy diet changes, the recommended dosage depends on their weight: Giant dogs (over 90 pounds) - at least 1,500 mg a day. Large dogs (45 to 90 pounds) - 1,000 mg a day. Medium dogs (20 to 45 pounds) - 500 mg a day.

12 weeks Does my dog need glucosamine? All dogs aged 12 weeks and over can benefit from taking glucosamine to ensure healthy, lubricated joints or as a preventative measure - particularly if your dog's breed is prone to joint diseases in old age, or if they're a busy working dog.

For healthy dogs, the recommended serving is 30 milligrams of glucosamine hydrochloride per kilogram of your dog's body weight once daily for four weeks, and then you reduce it to 15 milligrams per kilogram of your dog's body weight daily.

Dog joint supplements containing glucosamine can have tremendous benefits for your dog's joint health. Overall, research indicates that glucosamine: Helps lubricate your dog's joints for less painful movement. Reduces inflammation in the joints (chronic inflammation is the #1 enemy of healthy joints)

• Best Overall: Nutramax Cosequin Joint Supplement for Dogs at Chewy.
• Best Chews: Zesty Paws Mobility Bites at Chewy.
• Best Treats: Bocce's Bakery Hip Daily Support Treats for Dogs at Chewy.
• Best Powder: Missing Link Original All Natural Superfood Dog Supplement at Chewy.
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Best Joint Supplements for Dogs

• Dasuquin® with MSM. Dasuquin® is available as a soft chew, chewable tablet, or capsule which can be opened and sprinkled onto your pup's food.
• Cosequin®
• Movoflex®
• Nutri-Vet® Joint Health DS plus MSM.
• Duralactin®
• Flexadin®
• Vetoquinol® Triglyceride OMEGA.
• Zesty Paws® Mobility Bites.

Our favorite joint supplement for dogs is Nutramax Cosequin Maximum Strength Joint Supplement. It contains glucosamine and chondroitin, as well as methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) and hyaluronic acid (HA) and is often recommended by veterinarians. Another great option is Zesty Paws Hip and Joint Mobility Bites.

Previcox contains firocoxib. The chewable tablets help your dog manage arthritis-related pain and inflammation. Deramaxx is a chewable medication that uses deracoxib to treat your dog's pain and inflammation. Novox comes in a tablet or caplet.

Despite limited and conflicting evidence, the natural products glucosamine hydrochloride (HCl) and chondroitin sulfate are commonly recommended by veterinarians for treating osteoarthritis in dogs.

Because NSAIDs are usually good at relieving pain, veterinarians don't often prescribe other kinds of painkillers. But sometimes, your dog may need more options. Your vet may talk to you about gabapentin or tramadol. Gabapentin treats pain from damaged nerves in humans and dogs.