VetriScience Vetri Disc Spine and Back Support Formula with Chondroitin for Dogs - Joint Health and Mobility Support for Small Medium and Large Dogs

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Yes, crate rest is the #1 treatment for IVDD. Even if it’s not that, I would recommend doing that immediately until you know. Any injury can benefit from restricting mobility. Here is my blog post about what crate rest means. It also gives some tips on how to deal with it. https://youdidwhatwithyourweiner.com/dog-crate-rest-tips/ On the other hand, if you do not see a change within a month or more and feel your pet may need a higher dosage, speak with your veterinarian before changing the amount of medication you give your dog. Heat or Cooling: Use a heating pad set on low, wrapped in a towel for no more than 5 minutes at a time to prevent burns. If the heat doesn’t go over well, try a cold compress by using a bag of frozen peas wrapped in a towel. Apply this to the painful area for 10 minutes at a time, several times a day.

Active Ingredients: Glucosamine Hydrochloride (from Shellfish), Chondroitin Sulfate (from Bovine Trachea), Methysulfonylmethane (MSM)... Although this supplement has been known to help a lot of pets through some horrible accidents or painful disc issues due to old age, there are some side effects you should be aware of and ways that you can help keep your dog as safe as possible if you choose to use this product. Pregnant or Breeding Animals You will notice that some of the same supplements are listed multiple times, but under different health concerns.

This is because some of the infections could have a negative reaction to ingredients of the capsule, and giving your dog medication that doesn’t offer any type of help will prolong the complications of the disease. How to Limit Side Effects from Vetri Disc

I go into more detail about each of these in the joint supplement section below (spinal health and joint health are related). Joint Supplements for DachshundsPhysical rehabilitation with a licensed veterinary physical rehabilitation therapist can help maintain and build muscle mass and aid the restoration of coordination and strength following surgery. It can also be beneficial in conjunction with medication management in some dogs with IVDD. Prevention of IVDD in Dogs