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My dog has the MDR1 gene mutation. Can I safely give them glucosamine?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Australian Cattle Dog | Female | spayed | 3 years and 5 months old | 38 lbs

My 4yr old Australian cattle dog is MDR1 gene positive. Can I give her Extend glucosamine?

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 5th, 2018

This supplement has no concern with a dog that has a MDR1 gene mutation. There are no safety concerns with glucosamine, or the other ingredients in this product, so no worries about giving it with her condition. For more information about this condition I recommend you read the article at the following link: https://vcahospitals.com/know-your-pet/multidrug-resistance-mutation-mdr1 I hope that helps and all is well with Lovey.

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