My dog has hip dysplasia. What are the best supplements and exercises?

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My dog is one and a half years old, he is 85lbs and had been diagnosed with hip dysplasia. Can you recommend good reputable joint supplements and/ or exercises for this? Pet's info: Dog | Mixed Breed Large (61lb +) | Male | neutered | 1 year and 5 months old | 85 lbs

Destini R. Holloway, DVM · Accepted Answer

Oh my. He is young to have this debilitating condition already. I would recommend Dasuquin or Cosequin joint supplements and regular exercise that isn't over exerting for him. The supplements, a high quality food and exercise should be enough to help maintain his conditon for as long as feasibly possible. Keeping him ideal weight can also help prevent any extra load on his joints. Also keep in mind that an overweight pet has extra fat which cause more inflammation to occur in the joints. I hope this helps and best wishes with Rosco and maintaining his conditon. Here is more information on this conditon. Best of luck. http://www.veterinarypartner.com/Content.plx?P=A

My dog has hip dysplasia. What are the best supplements and exercises?

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