How to help my senior Lab's hip arthritis flare-ups in winter?

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" what can I give my 10 year old 85 lb lab for arthritic pain in the hip that only flares up when we get snow or the weather changes. It only lasts a few days". Pet's info: Dog | Labrador Retriever | Female | unspayed | 10 years and 7 months old | 85 lbs

Linda G, MS, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hello. I would have Tanya on a good glucosamine supplement, like Cosequin. Give this every day, along with 1000-1200 mg of Omega 3 fatty acids twice daily, will help with the occasional flare-ups. Thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.

How to help my senior Lab's hip arthritis flare-ups in winter?

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