Does anyone give green lipped mussel supplement to their dogs?

[QED]

It's supposed to help with degrading disks, especially in dogs with back issues like corgis, doxies, and frenchies. The listings I found usually contain glucosamine, chondroitin, and omega-3 fatty acids.

I have doxies and I want to do all I can to prevent them from getting IVDD.

[SheltieLover]

1. Never heard of this one, but I've used Pet Kelp for bones & joints before

I used it because my vet told me recent research had shown that one of the ingredients (can't recall which one now) was shown to be helpful in preventing feline idiopathic UTIs. It did the trick, my now deceased beloved kitty never had another one.

The pet kelp is a fine green powder that you put on their food.

I hope this helps.

[QED]

2. Glad that helped your kitty.

I'm hesitant to use supplements - the best thing to do is talk to my vet.

I saw a reel on fb yesterday by a vet neurologist who explained how the disks degrade over time. That got me thinking about whether I should be doing something to help prevent disk problems.

[SheltieLover]

5. Vet acupuncture & chiropractic as well as cold laser can help a lot!

I've had vets do all 3 on my elderly pets but it's great for prevention, too, esp the chiro component.

[Polly Hennessey]

3. Eggshell Membrane

I use supplements containing eggshell membrane. This was on the recommendation of Scout’s orthopedic surgeon after she had cruciate ligament surgery on both of her rear legs. She also has a touch of arthritis.

“Eggshell membrane for dogs is a natural supplement used primarily to support joint health and improve mobility. It is a thin, protein-rich film found inside eggshells that contains beneficial compounds like collagen, glucosamine, chondroitin, and hyaluronic acid, which are key building blocks of joint cartilage. Studies have shown that it can help reduce joint pain and stiffness in dogs, particularly those with arthritis or age-related mobility issues.”

Dasuquin Advanced with Eggshell Membrane (ESM) is what I give her.

[JMCKUSICK]

4. I'm tempted to try these suggestions as

This old dog has numerous disc problems and chronic pain.

I know I'm lightly joking here, but half tempted.
Besides, my comments push you to top of the list again

[SheltieLover]

6. Cold laser & acupuncture are wonderful for disc probs

And the FDA approved acupuncture for pain in the late 1990s.

Sadly, insurance never pays for these.

But you can look for a community acupuncture clinic. Same treatment, but in a large room with others getting pinned. I used to pay $15/session in Asheville.

Cold laser really helps with arthritis & PAD. I had it for stabbing pains in feet. Worked like magic.

[Polly Hennessey]

8. Got another one for you. I take my twenty year old cat, Millie, in

for a shot about every two months. I call this one a total miracle. She has arthritis and the Solencia works its magic. She runs up stairs and jumps up on chairs and beds. My question to my Vet, why nothing for humans. Wellll, it has not been FDA approved.

“Solensia (frunevetmab) is a prescription injectable medication approved to treat osteoarthritis pain in cats. It is administered by a veterinarian once a month and works by targeting nerve growth factor (NGF), a protein that plays a key role in pain signaling. This targeted approach helps reduce pain and inflammation, improving mobility and quality of life for cats with arthritis.”

[Alansworld]

7. All things mentioned here will help...

but you don’t need to overdo it. Most standard recommended doses for these supplements are reasonable. These compounds are the building blocks the body needs to rebuild joint tissue. Related to joint physiology, it’s pretty much the same for humans and animals. There are supplements for both.