We believe Cosequin is the best joint supplement on the market for pets! It contains glucosamine and chondroitin and is available for both cats and dogs. Independent studies show that Cosequin performs the best out of all pet joint supplements. It consistently produces positive results like less lameness and increased mobility. In cats, Cosequin is also used for urinary tract problems, like inflamed bladders associated with Feline Idiopathic Cystitis.
Arthritis affects both cats and dogs. Large dogs over age 6 already have subtle signs of arthritis. Small dogs are affected by age 10 and cats over age 12 consistently have evidence of arthritis on xrays. If your pet has orthopedic disease (hip dysplasia, torn/repaired cruciate ligaments, OCD), he may have arthritis as young as age 2. Cosequin is a first line of defense against the crippling effects of this disease. Signs of arthritis include limping, reluctance/hard time to get up, decreased appetite, sleeping more, licking joints, and even behavior changes like snapping at people or animals, aggression and grumpiness.
Cosequin comes as flavored chewables for dogs, non-flavored capsules for dogs with food allergies, and flavored capsules for cats which can be mixed in canned food.