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Can my Malamute puppy start Glycoflex now to prevent hip issues?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Alaskan Malamute | Female | unspayed | 1 month and 26 days old | 25 lbs

Hi, we're getting a new family member, a 8 weeks old giant Alaskan Malamute. She's around 25lbs, ans I was wondering if I should/could start right away with the Glycoflex stage 1 to help prevent or retard the appearing of hip displasia in the future. Would that be helpful or a good thing?

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Answered By Rebecca, DVM

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Published on July 27th, 2017

Make sure to start Maul on a breed specific large breed puppy food to help prevent orthopedic problems as a puppy. But starting her on size approriate joint supplements while young may very well help as she gets older.

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