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My dog has arthritis. Can I give him human glucosamine chondroitin?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Saint Bernard | Male | neutered | 4 years and 11 months old | 190 lbs

My Saint Bernard is showing signs of arthritis.Can I give him CVS health triple strength glucosamine chondroitin with MSM it contains 1500 mg of glucosamine 1103 mg of chondroitin and MSM it also contains vitamin C for the ascorbic acid 60 mg

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Answered By Dr. Elizabeth

Veterinarian

Published on February 14th, 2019

Studies generally conclude that the human version of arthritis supplements are not able to be absorbed by dogs. Instead look for a supplement for dogs. The two I recommend our Dasuquan and Duralactin. Starting him on an additional omega-3 fatty acid for dogs will also help with arthritis. Lastly there is a food made by Royal Canin called mobility support. It is excellent for arthritic dogs. I hope this is helpful and please feel free to post any additional questions.

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