Dog arthritis

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smallgun

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256 posts

232 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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We have an elderly dog with arthritis and I’ve found an American company that sells hemp based products for the relief of arthritis and pain in dogs and cats.
Although they are willing to ship items to me I am unable to find out if it would be illegal to import such products into the UK even though they are for animals.
Any help would be welcome.

ctdctd

482 posts

197 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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Can't help on the Hemp question, but have a look at Turmeric Golden Paste - good results for canine arthritis reported on the "Turmeric User Group UK" Facebook group.

tonyb1968

1,156 posts

145 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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Metacam, perscription only though.

anonymous-user

53 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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tonyb1968 said:
Metacam, perscription only though.
That’s what my Westie, Jazz, had for her last few years.

smallgun

Original Poster:

256 posts

232 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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Thanks for the replies.
I’ve already tried turmeric golden paste and didn’t see much improvement.
He’s currently on metacam and having fairly frequent urine tests as the vet says it’s use could lead to kidney problems hence my interest in the hemp products.

Boosted LS1

21,167 posts

259 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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OP, personally I'd go and order the US product if it may help. Perhaps order several doses in one shipment. If it's illegal then you can rely on customs etc to stop the shipment.

bexVN

14,682 posts

210 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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Be careful. It won't be regulated if it is not a prescription medicine so you won't really know what you are receiving.

If it is a prescription only product then you must only order via a British website. If you order from a foreign one it will be you held accountable, not the company (plus much much higher chance of a fake product)

I will be honest I am not that familiar with the hemp product you mention. Why do you think it would be more beneficial, what is it meant to do?

CAPP0

19,532 posts

202 months

Friday 16th February 2018
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Ask your vet for Cartrophen. I *think* it's Australian. Monthly jab, it made a huge difference to our old GSD girl a few years back.

anonymous-user

53 months

Saturday 17th February 2018
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Try some Joint Aid for dogs https://www.gwfnutrition.com/product/joint-aid-dog... we've found it really good for all of ours when they get a bit older - as have the people we've recommended it to. No affiliation. Can't say if it specifically helps with arthritis as none of ours have been diagnosed but it definitely makes a difference. It's been so good for ours, I wish they did something for humans!!

T4R

461 posts

248 months

Saturday 17th February 2018
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I vote for Catrophen as well. Our Golden Retriever is 10 and gets very stiff after exercise but a course of four injections, one per week, will see complete eradication of symptoms for 8 to 9 months. Some dogs react positively like ours but some don’t. If he hadn’t had injections we’d have to keep him on a lead, but as we are surrounded by arable land he can go run and run and run. Keeping him down to a sensible weight helps too. I can’t recommend it highly enough.

addsvrs

582 posts

215 months

Saturday 17th February 2018
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We use Yumove tablets for our 14 year old Retriever. 1 a day after an intial high dose. That plus a once a fortnight hydro therapy session has massively helped her. Dont think its just for arthritis but it seems to working well

smallgun

Original Poster:

256 posts

232 months

Sunday 18th February 2018
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Thanks for all your replies.
To import a 10 day supply of CBD oil capsules (sometimes called hemp oil) from the USA is £47 (inc shipping). I suspect there could be vat and import duty on top of that.
Given that there’s a chance that it may be impounded I’ve decided not to go down that route.
I haven’t heard of Cartrophen before so I’ll go and have a word with our local vet.

Fermit The Krog and Sexy Sarah

12,787 posts

99 months

Sunday 18th February 2018
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tonyb1968 said:
Metacam, perscription only though.
One of ours was on this some years back, and it depressed him to the point he wouldn't get out of bed. Loxicom is supposedly the same stuff, different brand. I'm not suggesting it's the same for all dogs, just keep an eye out for it.

ShampooEfficient

4,266 posts

210 months

Sunday 18th February 2018
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We had our Staff on Metacam briefly. On the vet's suggestion we then got some glucosamine tablets, and they have been doing the job for three years now.
Available on Amazon among other places.

jackthelad1984

838 posts

180 months

Sunday 18th February 2018
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CBD oil can be bought here easily enough, via internet or health shops like Holland and Barratt. We are currently trying our dogs on it (one with turmeric added), it is fairly cheap at around a tenner a bottle and only give a few drops on there food.

bexVN

14,682 posts

210 months

Sunday 18th February 2018
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jackthelad1984 said:
CBD oil can be bought here easily enough, via internet or health shops like Holland and Barratt. We are currently trying our dogs on it (one with turmeric added), it is fairly cheap at around a tenner a bottle and only give a few drops on there food.
Funny, someone mentioned cbd today for me (chronic and very painful Lower spine, hips etc). She said 'no nasty chemicals so it is safe' I did suggest everything is a chemical and natural does not automatically mean not harmful/safe. However I have been reading up on it. It is a bit controversial in the USA for use in animals. How did you find out about doses for your dog. Also how do you guarantee the quality of your product (natural can vary greatly in quality as no regulations for it). Meant to add also need to check it doesn't interact with other medicines that may be being given at the same time.

Having said all that I am intrigued at the idea of its use (both for me and dogs/cats!) I just need to know more from good and trusted sources. I am also going to chat to my Dr about it once my MRI results are back.

I know a vet who uses natural remedies (our last whippet went to her for natural treatment)'s) so may well ask her about its benefits in dogs.

I also think everyone with arthritic dogs (and cats) should consider hydrotherapy, physiotherapy, massage and acupuncture for them. They can improve qol significantly and reduce the need for medical intervention (both natural and conservative)


Edited by bexVN on Monday 19th February 08:20

Thevet

1,787 posts

232 months

Wednesday 21st February 2018
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I tried CBD oil for my rottiie who is crap on typical painkillers, got it easy from a dutch website......made no noticeable difference whatsoever to him. Disappointed but have him on gabapentin/tramadol now as he has a wrecked elbow, which keeps him happy enough with no upset stomach. Just one anecdote of cannabidiol.

CSLchappie

432 posts

203 months

Friday 23rd February 2018
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addsvrs said:
We use Yumove tablets for our 14 year old Retriever. 1 a day after an intial high dose. That plus a once a fortnight hydro therapy session has massively helped her. Dont think its just for arthritis but it seems to working well
Same here, we've recently started our 9 y/o collie on them following advice from the vet and there has been a marked improvement in her flexibility and general level of comfort.

LordHaveMurci

12,034 posts

168 months

Friday 23rd February 2018
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garyhun said:
tonyb1968 said:
Metacam, perscription only though.
That’s what my Westie, Jazz, had for her last few years.
That's what my WCS Scooby was on for his last months, along with YuMove as recommended on here.