We think Finnigan has a chicken intolerance because of some digestive problems he had. The vet had us switch to a food that did not have chicken and he's been fine ever since. It could have been another ingredient in his food though so we really don't know for sure that chicken is the problem, still, I avoid it just to be on the safe side. We buy glucosamine chewable tablets called 21st Century K-9 Maximum Joint Formula. They sell them at Petsmart and other pet stores. I like that they have a lot of great ingredients other than just glucosamine and chondroitin. We were given Deramaxx to give Finn for pain/inflammation which we give only when he limps which may be only one or two times a month. Our vet did say that he may reach a point where he needs them daily which I hope won't be soon but with this new popping noise his hips have been making I'm not so sure.

Something I've been looking into is Wobenzym or Medizym. They are systemic enzymes made for people and there is a dog version of each that has the word Fido added to the name. I read a lot of stories online where people swear they healed their dogs and my brother used to give them to his lab for arthritis and he even took them himself. He's supposed to bring me a bottle so we can see if they help Finn. Just thought you might be interested in checking it out. I started a discussion on it a while back but not too many people seem to have heard of either product.

Happy Birthday!! Lots of corgi kisses to you!

Happy Birthday!

Happy Birthday!

Even 4 seems so young to be effected by hips. It makes me feel so bad for her and Finn who is only a year and half. I'm glad she is doing well though. There's no need to stand in the "beg" position anyway. I'm sure one day Finn won't be able to either. I'm glad to have found someone who is in the same boat as I am. Thanks for the information. :)

I'm glad she's doing well. How old is she? When did she start to show symptoms? I would like to avoid surgery as long as possible as well. We give gucosamine in the morning but perhaps I should move him to twice a day. How much glucosamine does that end up being per day? I think i will get a fluffier bed for his crate as well since I notice he is most stiff when he get out of his crate. We have pain meds the vet gave us to give Finn when he begins to limp. Since he only does it after a lot of activity such as an hour at the dog park, we rarely give them.

Hello, I remember you posting something about Cheyenne having sever HD a while back and I wondered what you ended up having done and how she is doing. My 1 year old Corgi has HD. We knew since he was 8 months old and it's very distressing. I'm hoping to learn more from other owners of Corgis with HD.

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Hello and thank you for inviting us into the group. I love your slide show. I am new to this so I might come back and ask you how you did it.

Clancy is 4 years old and he is our JOY!!! He has had a wonderful Christmas, so far and is resting on the futon as I write this. He is saving up energy for the company which will be arriving shortly. Have a Merry and a Happy.

Love your pics! Rueben also kisses on command and sneezes to go outside! I love him.....

You're very welcome, keep us updated :)

Here's a great article, I used to work with human hip dysplasia cases with my day job, keeping a healthy weight and maintain mobility is the most important part. hydrotherapy will encourage blood circulation and put the pressure off the joints.

I am glad you are a little better. Good luck with the chemo.

Haven't heard from you in a while. I hope you are feeling better each day. You and your family are in my prayers!

My most precious prayers go out to you and your family. . .keep us informed of your progress. . .hugs & kisses from my fur-babies and I. . . .

Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Best of luck to you and hope the surgery goes really well.

Thank you thank you!

Thanks for the information! I don't care if its a puppy or young adult as long as its healthy.