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Can my dog take human glucosamine, chondroitin, and MSM supplements?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Chesapeake Bay Retriever | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 4 months old | 63 lbs

Hi Our dog had an Ulna osteotomy and was recommended duramax dasuquin glucosamine hydrochloride, TRH122 low molecular weight chondroitin sulfate and MSM. Can you use a human alternative that contains these ingredients?

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Answered By Kevin Sanada, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on March 9th, 2018

Yes, as far as we know these supplements are the same. You can use human branded forms of glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM and fish oils for dogs. These supplements are all very safe. Ensure you are using the dose recommended by your vet for maximum efficacy. I hope that helps and Sail gets better soon.

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