http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/arthritis1.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/arthritis1.rss Natural Remedies to Cure Arthritis in Dogs on Earth Clinic, Your Source for Natural Remedies! Mon, 13 Feb 12 00:21:46 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=OLE_72264 /Pets/arthritis1.rss1 Tue, 24 Jan 12 15:58:14 -0600 [YEA] Dr. Dana from Kalkaska, Michigan writes: "Two years ago, my brothers dog (a 70 lb Shepard mix named Cassie) could barely get up let alone walk around without pain and discomfort. He left her in my care while he went on a trip. I was taking Olive Leaf Extract for a flu like symptoms, as O. L. E. Is a natural antibiotic. Cassie had been suffering for quite sometime, I got this idea to give her some of the stuff. The plan was to use it in a 2 week regimen just like I do for myself. I put a 500 mg pill inside a hollowed out vienna sausage, first I had to feed her some w/o the pill so she began to gobble them down, kinda like a kick start to get her gobbling. Once she was used to eating them I gave her the one with the pill in it, worked every time, she gobbled down the sausage and the pill. Much to my surprise, the very next day she showed a great improvement! I continued to give them to her over the next two weeks. It has now been over two years since this dog, that I didn't think was going to make it another 3 or 4 months, took the Olive Leaf Extract and she is doing just fine, especially for an old girl. You can find Olive Leaf Extract in any health food or vitamin store, my bottle of (120) 500mg pills only cost $22. Way less than a trip to the vet, and there was plenty left over for me for later!!! Since Cassie's health so quickly improved, I have used the same treatment plan on my smaller 10 lb Shitzu dog with great results and no sign of side effects. Hope this helps your dog and or cat, or maybe even you and or your family and friends! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=SEASALT_69567 /Pets/arthritis1.rss2 Tue, 20 Dec 11 18:42:10 -0600 Ken from Henderson, Nevada writes: "My dog pauncho (12 year old Chihuahua) could not walk on her right front leg, particularly when she awoke. She wouldn't jump out of or up into bed, and limped very badly. Put her on water cure diet and in two days she was walking almost perfect. We went hiking today in the hills here in las vegas, and she led the pack. Our other dog is a papillion 4 years old. Please don't let your pal suffer. Whatever the problem is, first go to.... www.watercure2.org and check the problem out. IT'S QUICK AND COSTS NOTHING. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=ESTERC_68823 /Pets/arthritis1.rss3 Sat, 10 Dec 11 19:04:22 -0600 Renee from Conyers, Ga writes: "My dachshund went down in the back at 5 yo. Vet wanted to do surgery but since I didn't have the money we crated him for weeks & he ended up bouncing back. He had always had chronic constipation-sometimes so bad I had him at emergency vet several times - not one time did any vet suggest this could be from a disc problem. (His back obviously hurt too bad to poop) Also no vet ever said anything about vitamin c. They had me trying pumpkin, fiber, etc. - none worked. I poured through the internet & found out about vit. C. Started him on 2000 mg Ester C a day. Been 4 years now & poop is fine & he's had no problems since. Now my 11 yo golden mix has been showing signs of stiffness (beginning arthritis) and I've started her on Ester C - she's already showing great improvement. Bottom line is I think Ester C is a wonder drug. All my other dachshund rescues are now on 500 mg a day just for preventative. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=BORAX_67496 /Pets/arthritis1.rss4 Tue, 22 Nov 11 15:52:04 -0600 Rosannie from Mcalpin, Florida writes: "I have an old dog with arthritis. Can you just mix 1/4 tsp. of borax on the dogs food? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=HYALURONICACID_65512 /Pets/arthritis1.rss5 Wed, 19 Oct 11 16:28:21 -0500 [YEA] Dr. John from Royal Oak, Michigan, Usa writes: "Another holistic remedy I have found quite valuable in treating arthritis includes hylauronic acid which aids in supporting joint lubricaton. Acupuncture, chiropractic, and pulsed magnetic therapy are other effective alternative approachs to helping pets over come lameness. MSM, Celtic Sea Salt, and Vitamin E can be added to your pets food to reduce inflammation and free radicals both of which cause pain and lameness. Dr. John Simon, Woodside Animal Clinic " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=ALFALFA_64915 /Pets/arthritis1.rss6 Tue, 11 Oct 11 01:08:23 -0500 [YEA] Lanehausen from Austin, Texas writes: "I was friends with Alan & Louise Shepard (the astronaut & wife) through a close friend at work in 1996 or so. On a trip to Wimberley, Tx, to visit thier daughter and husband (my friend), they brought a small aging mixed chihuahua with arthritis so bad he could hardly get around. I shared with them, my dad's teachings of giving aging dogs alfalfa tabs crunched up in thier food to help give the joints natural lubrication. In the following weeks I received a letter from Alan & Louise thanking me so much for the tip as their dog was rejuvenated and walking like he had not done in years. Try it, it works. 500- 1500 mg tabs in the food will do it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=ACV_63626 /Pets/arthritis1.rss7 Tue, 20 Sep 11 12:45:43 -0500 [YEA] Katnco from Palisade, Co writes: "It's a miracle! I posted here on 8/03/11 that I put my 72 lb, 10 yr old dog on Apple Cider Vinegar for three days at that time and he was able to run. Since then, I've been committed to putting 1 tsp in his drinking water every morning - he has so much energy and flexibility! I wish there were a chiropractor to adjust him, because he needs it, but other than that, his youthful vigor has reappeared! THANK YOU EC for blessing us with your information. I truly thought I'd have to put my dog down he was in so much pain. Now he is free to run and play again! I also give him Glucosomine/Chondroitin every morning (1crushed pill) in his food. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=OTC_62666 /Pets/arthritis1.rss8 Mon, 05 Sep 11 12:06:17 -0500 Sue from Phoenix, Az writes: "Our dog limps in the front from learning about rattlesnakes the hard way as a puppy. Earlier this year she began to limp on the opposite side in the rear and then days later could only walk on 3 legs. She is no light-weight and with the lameness in the front it was not looking good. I tried some homeopathics and then some blackstrap molasses which may have worked if I could get her to eat it. Same with cider vinegar. Finally I ordered some gerovital for pets. After a couple days there was no improvement. But in 5 days you would never know there was ever a problem. She was running on all four legs, begging to go for walks, and the limping in the front from the snakebite lessened. After a couple weeks she began to spit out the gerovital pill, refusing to eat it no matter how well it was disguised in a treat. The limp did not return. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=BM_59665 /Pets/arthritis1.rss9 Mon, 18 Jul 11 17:24:58 -0500 Cathy from Cape Coral, Fl, Usa writes: "After reading blogs on molasses for dogs I have put our 2 older Dobermans on it. Our 10 year old female had been having difficulty getting up, and she wasn't interested in a lot of activities. Our 9 year old male still has lots of energy but I felt it would be advisable to start him on the same regimine as a precautionary measure. Our female, after 2 weeks is doing so much better, even trying to get our male to play yesterday. We haven't been able to find any information as to whether molasses for an arthritic cat would be safe? Our 16 year old Calico has been diagnosed with severe arthritis in her hips and is on a chrondrotin/glucosamine product which after 2 weeks has really helped, but I'm wondering if it wouldn't be advisable to also give her molasses. Can you advise as to whether it's safe, and if so what the correct dosage for a 10 lb cat would be? Thank you, Cathy " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=SS_57685 /Pets/arthritis1.rss10 Sun, 12 Jun 11 13:25:52 -0500 Bob from Moscow, Pa. Usa writes: "Read the comments on dogs with back problems, hip dysplasia & bad backs & sea salt and I have never heard of bad results.You need to know how much your salt dog needs. I suggest salting its food and giving it a water dish with no salt, one with 1/8 tsp per quart and 1/4 per quart. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=RN_56953 /Pets/arthritis1.rss11 Sat, 28 May 11 21:57:07 -0500 Diamond from Cleveland, England writes: "hi, im wondering if there is a cure for my dog, she is now 14 but having trouble with her front legs, she often strokes them with her nose, then licks them, I think it could be arthritus, but not sure, any help would be appreciated. Thank you. I have been to the vets twice he keeps giving me tablets but no improvement. Thanks " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=RN_56742 /Pets/arthritis1.rss12 Mon, 23 May 11 22:16:13 -0500 Angleysnine from Pascagoula, Ms, Usa writes: "I have a 11 yr old rotwieller german shepherd mix about 62 lbs. I have noticed he has joint pain but lately when he lays down he will yelp and raise his head and just stare into space. I have been giving him joint pills and a fourth teaspoon of turmeric twice a day(just started this today) But does anyone have an idea of what is wrong with him? He seems fine outside trying to bully the yorkie mix nothing wrong but inside and only when he is starts to lay down or not long after he lays down he yelps like in pain or will whine? Please any advise- he is my big baby I call him grandpa wilber. Thanks for any advise plus he does walk with a limp. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=TGC_54018 /Pets/arthritis1.rss13 Sat, 26 Mar 11 10:30:23 -0500 Sunnyd from Philadelphia, Pa writes: "I have started using turmeric 500mg in capsule form for my lab last week but dont see any difference. His back legs still give out and he falls on his butt. I also have him on glucosamine & chondroitin 1000mg per his vet. I'm wondering how long it takes for the turmeric to work. His right back leg is very weak so it doesn't hold him up long. When I pick his back end up, he thinks I'm playing and tries to run. He gets across the living room but thats it. He's only 10 and and wants to play all the time. I dont want to put him back on the previcox. He is also 90lbs and needs to lose weight but I cant walk him very much as he drags his right foot which has worn his nail down causing some bleeding. He eats about 3 cups of kibble a day now. How do we lose weight with no exersize? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=TURMERIC_50334 /Pets/arthritis1.rss14 Thu, 30 Dec 10 10:56:32 -0600 Nyckl64 from Jasper, Tx writes: "Tumeric... How often?... 9 yr old belgian malanois n his hips have arth. From pulling on a bicycle innertube yrs ago... He loved to tug on that thing, but now he is paying for it.. Poor darling.. Thanks... Penny " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=BM_49372 /Pets/arthritis1.rss15 Sat, 04 Dec 10 22:32:46 -0600 [YEA] Kami from Virginia Beach, Va writes: "My 13-year-old Beagle mix has had hip problems (displaysia) since he was about 6, tore his ACL and had knee surgery to fix it at age 8, and has suffered from arthritis pain in his hind quarters for years. We were given the typical arthritis meds from the Vet, but it didn't seem to work, and we hated taking him in for blood tests all the time. This past year he really seemed to get worse - to the point of me lifting him to his feet, carrying him outside, and bringing him food and water in bed. He moaned in his sleep, and yelped when he tried to get up on his own... I was thinking it was time for that dreaded visit to the vet. Then someone referred me to this website. I've tried a few of the remedies (ACV, tumeric, all 3 mixed), but Blackstrap Molasses, alone made the biggest difference. About a month ago, I started giving him about 1/2-3/4 tsp Blackstrap Molasses wrapped in a small piece of bread once a day (in the morning after his breakfast. He weighs 42 lbs. ) Now, he gets up on his own, goes up and down small flights of steps on his own, runs, goes on walks, plays with his doggie sister, and doesn't moan. He jumps up to get food off the dining room table, gets into the trash... He is back to his old bad behaviors. Even my husband (who was very skeptical) says it's like night and day. This site is wonderful. Thank you! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=LIVER_49057 /Pets/arthritis1.rss16 Fri, 26 Nov 10 10:03:03 -0600 [YEA] Anonymous Dog Steward from Animal Country, Earth writes: "Hi, We have a dog that is a 10 year old blue healer. She was really struggling to get around and was very stiff and "stoved up". It didn't help that she was overweight and at her age it seems to take longer for her to lose weight. We thought that it maybe in the short future we would have to think about putting her down if she couldn't walk. I started giving her and our other dog 2 tsp of liver powder mixed in some plain yogurt daily and within 3 days there was a huge improvement! She could barely walk before and now will break out into short runs and moves 10 times quicker and walks much faster! Our other dog's coat is much softer and shinier. I have increased the amount I am giving them to 1 tablespoon. I am also going to try feeding them whole liver since we have some that is from a grass fed cow. Be sure to feed your dog something with fiber to help their digestive system as the liver seems to be a little constipating. I feed them pumpkin when giving them their liver(not mixed with the liver). I hope this can help anyone else who might be looking for something to help with older dogs. If I had know about this I would have been giving them liver since they were puppies. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=SEA-MUSSELS_40356 /Pets/arthritis1.rss17 Mon, 22 Mar 10 22:48:38 -0500 [YEA] Josie from Atlanta, Ga, Usa writes: "I give my severely arthritic pit bull New Zealand Green-lipped Sea Mussels (Perna canaliculus) and it works brilliantly. She weighs about 55 lbs and is on the lean side...if your arthritic dog is even slightly overweight the kindest thing you can do is get the weight off. I give 1000 mg two times daily on her food. She likes the taste. You'll find the capsules at your health food or supplement store. She's been on them for over six years without interruption until I ran out of them for two days last week. The difference was astounding, we won't run out again. Feedback I've had from other folks is that they either work spectacularly or not at all, but for my part I'm thrilled we tried them. Thanks!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=TZ_37521 /Pets/arthritis1.rss18 Sat, 16 Jan 10 11:52:32 -0600 Bobbi from Pasadena, Md writes: "How to give Zeel to dogs I have been told to crush pills into a powder and rub onto gums. I also have been told that the form it comes it should not be altered or touched. It was suggested to just but the tablets into the food. I believe the product works well, but would like some feed back to get the most from this product. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=YUCCA_31738 /Pets/arthritis1.rss19 Sun, 23 Aug 09 00:00:00 -0500 [YEA] James Pettus from Johns Island, SC, USA writes: "dogs with arthritis: as a boarding kennel owner we have given older dogs yucca tablets with great results. small dogs 1or 2 tablets twice a day large dogs 2 to 4 twice a day for about 2 weeks or until results are seen. then you can maintain with 1 a day." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=BM_36188 /Pets/arthritis1.rss20 Wed, 16 Dec 09 09:37:35 -0600 [YEA] Gwen from Denver, Co writes: "Wasn't sure if ACV or Molasses was the best place to respond, so I'll post as follow up. I do a lot of rescue with little dogs. I have 4 right now. One is my daughter's dog that I have been babysitting while she was on a year tour in Mosul, Iraq. She is coming for xmas this weekend & will be taking her baby home with her to Fort Hood in Texas when she returns. We live in Colorado & am just coming out of a deep freeze for 2 weeks! During the last weekend, my Silky Terrier started whining in pain! ( 6 or 7 years old?) Even though he loves his walks outside & play in the snow, he couldn't even make a full walk around our building. The sever cold was doing something terrible to him! We've a 2bdrm upstairs townhouse, & he couldn't make it up or down the stairs, up or down on couch or bed. He'd just stand there & stare. He's never been through anything like that. His eyes were clear, gum color good, eating, drinking, peeing, but not pooping so well! I think it was too painful. I kept giving him massages & found a small bump on his lower spine. He goes really stupid when we see other dogs on our walks, so I thought maybe he did something to his spine. Looked for animal chiropractor, but too cold to get him anywhere, so kept looking as that was all I could do besides keeping him comfy. I was freaking out as it was a weekend, everyone's car was in the deep freeze, & the Holistic Vet is about 15 miles up the mountain from me. Luckily, I had some Rimadyl, pain killer left I dosed him with even though I don't trust pharm med's while I research the web for solutions...... I use earth clinic for holistic remedies for me & my pets, & believe me I've saved $1,000's in Vet bills.....& I haven't been to a Doc since 2001. I'm 60. I also comb through the people section & adjust the dosage for pets. I ran across "Molasses for Arthritis", pets & humans. My neighbor dug out to go to the store so I had them pick some up for Sparky. OMG! It worked! I dosed him pretty good the first 24 hours & I was just amazed how well it worked for him! He was soon back to him ol'self within 24 hours later. I also gave it to the other 3 dogs in smaller dosage. They are all now so full of energy they are driving me crazy, lol! I already put h2o, ACV, pinch of Sea Salt in their daily water bowl, but am just amazed how well the Molasses worked for the cold weather Arthritis! I wanted to post a Thank You follow up to earth clinic & all the wonderful people that share their experiences here! Happy Holidays & Much Love & Blessings to All! Lady Gwen" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=BM_34885 /Pets/arthritis1.rss21 Sat, 14 Nov 09 18:48:34 -0600 Kassewss from Louisvillle, Ms writes: "HEY, I AM NEW TOTHIS SITE AND HAVE READ ABOUT BMS FOR DOGS WITH ARTHITIS AND WANT TO TRY IT AS I HAVE 3 ELDERLY DOGS. STORMY IS A BOXER(13), KANSAS-MIXED(15), RAINEY (11) SUFFER FROM STIFF JOINTS AND STORM CAN'T JUMP ON THE BED BY HERSELF SOMETIMES. HOW MUCH DO I START OUT WITH AS I DON'T WANT TO OVERDO IT. I WILL PROBABLY TRY 2-3 TBSPS. A DAY UNTIL ADVISED OTHERWISE. I SURE HOPE THIS WORKS. KANSAS ALSO HAS SEVERE EAR INFECTIONS AND I AM GOING TO TRY THE APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, WATER & ALCOHOL MIXTURE TO CURE THE FUNGUS IN HER EARS. WISH US GOOD LUCK. THANKS TO ALL THAT HAVE CONTRIBUTED. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=RN_34654 /Pets/arthritis1.rss22 Sun, 08 Nov 09 18:08:26 -0600 EJ from Middleboro, MA, USA writes: "Arthritis in cats: My 12 year old Domestic short hair cat has been developing arthritis in her front elbows for the past few years. I don't want to give her any prescription or aspirin for pain, knowing what the side effects are. I'm looking for a natural alternative. I'm giving her some Glucosomine and Chondroitin treats daily. Some days she is better than others. I was reading on the internet about a product called synflex for pets and wonder if anyone has used this and what the results were. She eats Wellness brand canned food and has for years. She's not overweight (10 lbs), is indoor all day and has no stairs to contend with. She's still jumping up and down from the bed and playing periodically. I'm trying to keep her healthy and pain free. Any suggestions would be great. thanks!" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=RGM_30353 /Pets/arthritis1.rss23 Sun, 02 Aug 09 11:03:00 -0500 [YEA] June from Kc, Ks writes: "Raw goat's milk for old arthritic cats and dogs This past month my 15-year-old male cat (who is largely blind due to cataracts and has very bad back trouble after being run over by cars twice) has begun acting better. He trots around the yard, has an increased appetite, has put on weight and overall has more energy. It even seemed like he could see better. We were unsure of the cause. I thought it could be the milder summer weather or the h2o2 I put in his water or just luck. But now I think I know the answer to the riddle of his improved health: raw goats milk. I got some more goats milk this morning and was talking to my friend about her own cats and dogs. She said they inherited a 13-year-old dog who had been cruelly penned up and could barely walk. The dog cried whenever she tried to straighten up. She was given goat's milk, just like all the other animals on the farm, and now the dog runs around "like she owns the place." That was the light bulb moment for me. My cat loves that milk and when we gave it to him he bugged us all day every day for doses of the milk. We thought it was cute, but of course didn't realize it was doing him so much good. What's really funny is he usually scrams whenever people visit. But he sat right by my friend as we chatted. I think he could smell the goat's milk! I grew up on a farm and milked the goats every day before school and at night. My mom always said goat's milk was the best for you. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=ACV_29931 /Pets/arthritis1.rss24 Thu, 23 Jul 09 07:22:13 -0500 Denise from Pittsburgh, PA writes: "I have a 9 1/2 year old coonhound mix with arthritis in her front leg(s??). With our vet's recommendation we started her on the Rx med for arthritis. This seemed to take the edge off but not much more than that. Recently I switched from that Rx to a liquid chondroiton/glucosamine msm. Although its been only a week, it doesnt seem to be doing much yet, and maybe we havent given it enough time. I would be interested in trying the ACV rememdy if someone could tell me the dosage for a 9 1/2 year old dog who is approx. 82 lbs." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/Pets/arthritis.html&name=BM_25950 /Pets/arthritis1.rss25 Tue, 28 Apr 09 00:00:00 -0500 [YEA] ArtsyWench from Las Vegas, NV writes: "I have a 9 year old, 88lb, female Akita. She stopped eating, was listless and had trouble getting up. Since she had cancer a couple of years back, we rushed her to the vet fearing the worst. $1700 in vet bills later, nothing was found (bloodwork, catscan, xrays, stool samples, urine samples, the works). So the doctor thought maybe she had a case of cold weather joint pain or arthritis. I wasn't willing to start her on medication until I did some research. A friend told me her dog had the same symptoms and her holistics vet gave her Blackstrap Molasses, (and this site backed it up) so I tried it and within 2 doses (24 hours) she was up and around... now only 2 weeks later, she's pulling me up hills on our walks. I give her a tbsp in the morning and another tbsp at night... and if I miss a dose, I can tell. So, I don't know if it's doggie crack or what, but she is very close to being back to her young self."