Friday, December 5, 2008

Canine Cosequin Is The Joint Formula Medication For Dogs.

By Rocky Whithers

One of the most popular joint medications is a supplement called Cosequin DS, which many consumers have purchased in the past. They have bought it to help support joint function in their dogs.

It's time to put Cosequin for dogs in the spotlight. We are going to study the details of Cosequin with MSM so that when you are shopping again you will know what you are buying.

But let's be clear - Cosequin for dogs is not a drug; it is a supplement which has the brand name Cosequin. To put it another way, a similar supplement is called Dasuquin, it's just a name rather than a unique substance. It's like calling a vacuum cleaner a hoover, and the same thing here, both are joint supplements.

The two products both contain Glucosamine and Chondroitin. Cosequin contains ONLY these two ingredients and nothing else. For Dasuquin joint support products also contain Methylsulfonylmethane, sometimes known as MSM. Cosequin does not contain this supplement.

The addition of MSM is an interesting aspect to talk about with regard to canine Cosequin and other supplements as it is known to be vital in controlling inflammation and pain. If your animal suffers from arthritis, MSM would be a vital ingredient to have in any joint support supplement you chose.

Therefore although Cosequin contains both Glucosamine and Chondroitin, it can't be deemed suitable for dogs which suffer from arthritis, because of the lack of MSM. It is however, a good brand for those who are only looking for a product that contains Glucosamine and Chondroitin.

Consequin is a good product for dogs with limited needs; it comes in different strengths and as both chewables and capsules. But if you are looking for a brand which contains MSM, Consequin is not the product for you. Get Dasuquin instead.

If your vet mentions the brand Cosequin when examining your dog and advises you to administer him with it, he is probably only advising you to purchase a good quality joint support product. Any high grade product would be suitable, not only Cosequin with MSM.

Most supplements are interchangeable, but you should ask your vet exactly what supplements are required so you can choose a product that suits your dog's needs exactly. It may be that Cosequin DS isn't the best product for one dog, but is for another.

The holy trinity of MSM, Glucosamine and Chondroitin can be found in a variety of products. Dasuquin products are created from the best ingredients and you can be sure what you get in the bottle is what is described.

This is not always the case with inferior brands so save your money and go for a brand like Dasuquin with MSM which gives you a fair deal.

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