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How much glucosamine & chondroitin for dog hip & joint health?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Shiba Inu | Male | unneutered | 2 months and 4 days old | 7 lbs

if I want to prevent hip dysplasia and other joint ailments by supplementing chondroitin and glucosamine for my puppy and/or adult shiba, what is the daily or weekly amount i should be aiming at?

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Answered By Jessica Desrosiers

Veterinary Technician

Published on September 3rd, 2019

Most supplements will have a dosing chart on the side of the bottle appropriate for the dosage provided inside. The maintenance section should be good for preventive maintenance with the supplement. Usually this dosage is about 500mg per 25 pounds daily.

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