Cosequin for healthy joints in cats, dogs and horses

Pets too suffer from poor joint health and suffer pain in the body due to many reasons. How can pet owners help their pets develop and maintain healthy cartilage and skeletal joints?. Our pets need moderate exercise at a comfortable pace which should be according to each individual pet's needs. Watch your pet's everyday activities such as climbing up stairs, going for walks, or even getting up and if you notice gradual changes and also check to see if your pet is comfortable doing them.

Joint problems may often occur in the shoulder, hip, elbow, hock (ankle) and stifle joints (knee) of pets. Although these problems are usually not life-threatening, malfunctioning joints can greatly decrease your pet's quality of life. The signs that you may notice may be limping, stiffness or a change in your dog's gait (manner of walking).

In an older and larger dog many routine functions such as rising from a sitting position or climbing and descending stairs can become very difficult and painful tasks. When joints are strained it affects a pet's movements and a simple walk will be exhausting for him. The sooner you start your pet on Cosequin the sooner he will have the opportunity to respond and return to normal activity.

Different breeds of dogs age at different rates. With regular check-ups your veterinarian can advise you you about your dog's ageing process. He may discuss weight control, exercise and the supplementation of Cosequin to help your dog in his senior years.

In horses, the wear and tear also occurs mostly on the skeletal joints (fetlock, knee, stifle and hock) during training and competetion. Articular cartilage is critical to joint utility, immersed in synovial fluid, it provides a smooth, low friction surface between bone ends, and transmits load forces to the underlying bones. The suggested feeding for an average sized horse is one level scoop or as recommended by the veterinarian. It can also be orally fed with a small amount of water using a syringe.

What is cartilage?

Cartilage is a slippery and resilient tissue produced and maintained by its own specialized cells. It cushions the surfaces where two or more bones meet to form flexible joint. It consists of cells called chondrocytes which synthesize and deposit around themselves a matrix of giant molecules. Cartilage, joint fluid, and underlying bone work together like a shock absorber allowing flexible joint function. When key nutrients for building blocks are not available, the system cannot repair itself and the cells are unable to replenish and provide the necessary nutrients for complete cartilage growth.

The joint problems that are common in large breed dogs eg. 'hip dysplasia' can be prevented and excellent joint health can be achieved. The importance of flexible and healthy joint structure can be achieved with GCS (glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate). This nutrient supplement comes in a capsule or chewable form called Cosequin.

What is Cosequin?

Cosequin is a patented, scientifically researched nutritional supplement dispensed by thousands of veterinarians to help dogs maintain healthy joints. It is manufactured in the United States by Nutramax Laboratories following manufacturing standards adopted by the pharmaceutical industry. Each batch of Cosequin is subjected to stringent quality control measures. It is safe and studies have proven to show no adverse effects on the liver, kidney or other organs.

Cosequin is made up of a combination of high quality components mainly glucosamine hydrochloride, chondroitin sulfate and manganese. They work together in a synergistic effect and provide the essential ingredients, which when supplemented in a pet's diet, helps maintain healthy joints and cartilage.

Cosequin is not a drug, it is a nutritional supplement with outstanding capabilities. It protects cells from degenerative damage and promotes optimal joint function.

What is glucosamine and chondroitin sulfate and what roles do they play in the cosequin supplement. Research has proven that glucosamine is well-absorbed by cats, dogs and horses. Glucosamine hydrochloride acts as a building block for cartilage by supplying a key nutrient that keeps cartilage cells healthy and functioning properly.

Chondroitin sulphate provides protection by inhibiting and regulating degradative enzymes and works to help block the enzymes that break down cartilage. When these two are combined it is known as glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate.

Manganese, however, is necessary for the reproduction and building of connective tissues cells.

The synergistic effect that each ingredient performs makes Cosequin a truly unique enhancer in the manufacturing and remodelling of tissue cells.

Cosequin is available in easy-to-use double-strength chewable tablets or capsules. The tablets are tasty and can be fed to your dog as a treat or crumbled in his food. Capsules can be hidden in peanut butter or cheese or opened and sprinkled on food. Chewable tablets are scored for ease of administration in small dogs.

Single strength capsules are available for small dogs and cats. Cosequin is also available in powder form for horses. Veterinarians also use Cosequin on a variety of birds and exotic species in zoos and other facilities.

Available only in veterinary clinics nationwide.