Best dog hip & joint care products according to redditors

Supplements. My pups are older girls. The powdery stuff is Nupro and the tablets are Cosequin. We just add a little warm water to make it into "doggie stew."

We use this powder with this fish oil

Nope not normal! Actually big big RED FLAG!

Is she eating anything else well - veggies and pellets? Try to offer food and see if he gets excited as usual... How is he acting? lethargic? Laying down more? Hunched up? How are the poops - usual size and color? usual amount?

This could be dental issues or tummy issues and both can and do lead to GI stasis! Dental issues can only be diagnosed and treated by a vet and tummy issues that lead to GI stasis are best treated ASAP as soon as you see first signs.

Do you have a RABBIT SAVVY vet? If not I'd look for one now and make an appointment just in case. You need a vet who specializes in exotic animals... best to be safe than sorry trust me.

You can monitor him carefully and see how appetite is, but what you said above is super alarming and I'd be going to the vet...

Here you can find a list of rabbit savvy vets by state:

https://rabbit.org/vet-listings/

http://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Category:United_States

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In case of tummy issues there are a few things you can and need to do if for some reason you can't go to the vet right away... but honestly the vet is still critical.

To help your bunny you need a few things now (aside from the vet) -​

1. BABY gas drops - those are 100% safe and can be given anytime a tummy feels gassy (kind of hard vs squishy as usual). They really work and case save her life when you can't see a vet. Get baby gas drops in any store - Liquid simethicone is the ingredient in Baby or Infant gas drops, which are available over the counter in drugstores and many supermarkets. administer between .5 and 1cc of liquid simethicone orally, using a syringe without needle. These can really have save your bunnies life.
   
2. Metacam - pain meds for bunnies. This is critical as you bunny is likely in pain and a bunny in pain will not eat just making things worse. YOU MUST GET THIS.
   
3. Keep the bunny warm - provide a heating pack under the tummy or some warm water bottles next to him. Also a cozy fleece.
   
4. You must try to syringe fed bunny if he is not eating - mix some of his usual pellets with water until liquidy/pasty and slowly feed through a syringe every two hours or even more often. You cannot just wait till he starts eating on his own. Without food he will not get better. If you have a blender you can also mix in some fresh herbs. You can put a touch of banana of the tip of the syringe to make him want it more and make it easier to feed him. You can even mix in a touch of banana or some no-sugar added baby food baby food (like carrot or pumpkin or sweet potato - but not too much since it still has natural sugars). If you have Critical Care food even better, but if not pellet paste will work in the short term: https://www.amazon.com/Oxbow-Critical-Care-Supplement-141gm/dp/B0021WZJD8/ref=asc_df_B0021WZJD8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=218543830990&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1119565623768890596&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001880&hvtargid=pla-408281809127&psc=1
   
5. Also provide water through a syringe the same way. You can also steep some mint and offer that instead of water or add a touch of no sugar added juice to the water to encourage more drinking (use a bowl vs bottle).
   
6. You can also use unsweetened canned pumpkin puree to supplement pellet paste feeding - feed the pumping through a syringe or even offer it on a plate and see if he might lick it himself.
   
7. Offer fresh herbs - parsley, dill, cilantro, oregano, mint, basil - these have a strong aroma and can help stimulate bunny appetite and get him to eat more. Rinse them and give them wet for extra hydration.
   
8. Try tummy massage, see here for how to do it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyC6CWbm5M
   
9. Once you start seeing some poops again and as appetite comes back offer less pellets for a few days, encourage him to eat more hay as much as possible to be sure that fiber has his gut normal again sooner. You can rub a touch of banana on the top layer to make it more appealing and also handfeed.
   
10. DO NOT offer any sugar - carrot or fruit for at least a while until all is back to normal.
    
    These videos will help you:
    
    https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/9nz8mn/snowy_loves_his_foodand_his_meds/ - how to give meds so bunnis don't mind
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iGZVYVm5Bg - how to syringe feed (put a bit of something sweet like banana on the tip to get bun to like it more)
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW0Taz0MFWE - more on how to syringe feed.
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0dil7iQQCU - how to syringe feed in a less stressful way (more effort but will work better sometimes)
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDyqWvjEYiI - GI stasis treatment
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fPKtW5n5R0 - GI stasis treatment
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyC6CWbm5M - How to Help a Rabbit with Gas Pain
    
    Lastly, anytime you see anything abnormal - unusual poop, less eating, less poop, unusual urine, lethargic, aggressive etc go right away to a RABBIT SAVVY vet to consult. This are usually sings that something is wrong and it is much more treatable when you go early. GI stasis can kill a bun quickly…

Aw poor little dude :(

My pug is a rescue that has pretty bad hip dysplasia and a floating knee cap and he was having some joint issues until I started giving him a glucosamine and chondroitin chew and that actually helped out a TON with getting him feeling better and more spry and playful. My vet recommended this product and it's been doing wonders! AND he even thinks its a treat when he gets it! It's a win win

My dog (60lbs) eats Natural Balance Vegetarian Formula (vegan) which is a bit cheaper and he does great. He has been on it for a little over a year and has great energy levels despite being 11. He just had some blood work done and all came back within range. I thought about rotating between a few different brands to switch things up, but haven't really put much more thought past it since he seems to enjoy it. I have heard great things about V-Dog however.

Edit: A 28lb bag will last him a little over a month, he eats 1 cup BID (twice a day) along with his joint supplement

• Keep a bag of Critical Care in the freezer. It's better to have it and not need it, than need it and not be able to find it. We lost one once that way.
  
• Find a vet that specializes in rabbits. If and when you need one, you'll really need one. Take your pal in for annual or 6-month checkups.
  
• Get on the floor for a while, several times. Let him check you out at his level. You'll be glad you did.

I have been giving all my dogs, including fosters, a glucosamine supplement for years. This makes my veterinarian very happy. I use the Nutri-Vet brand. The amount I give them depends on their size, age, and the degree of joint damage, if there is any to begin with. It only takes a few weeks to see positive results in even the worst cases. After that, I maintain the amount at a therapeutic level. This is purely anecdotal, but my 10 year old rat terrier can still jump 4 feet high and run like the wind without any problems, despite the ever increasing grey hair on his face.

I'll add that after seeing the effects on the dogs, I started taking a glucosamine supplement myself. I use the Up&Up Target brand that is the equivalent of Osteo Bi-Flex, and it has definitely decreased the cracks and pops in my wrists and knees. I used to cook professionally, and that means a lot of standing and cutting, so my body has taken some abuse over time. The glucosamine definitely helps mitigate the damage.

If he's not eating you must force-feed him. Use critical care. If you don't have that, put pellets in water until you make a thin enough mush you can put it in a syringe to feed him with. You can mix in some sugar free applesauce for taste.

Sounds like he's I'm GI stasis if he's not eating and this is a critical emergency for rabbits. If he doesn't start eating, you will have to see a vet. Stasis is treatable but can be deadly.

Info copied from Dinka:

However if truly the bunny is not eating it's best to go to the RABBIT SAVVY as soon as possible vs waiting as waiting can lead to full blown GI stasis. Try to explain to your dad how delicate their GI system is and how key it is to do something about it when appetite is relay down. If there is an issue waiting will result 9 out of 10 time in worse issues and more money spent on the vet....

Tell your dad to try the above suggestions and see if bunny will eat from his hand and ask him to really spend some time on the floor with the bunny, but if not helping go to the vet.

Also tell your dad to try the gas drops.

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Some info on GI stasis below:

A bunny not eating is always very alarming and a medical emergency. A true loss of appetite can be the start of GI stasis. GI stasis can kills in 12 hours.

You need to find a RABBIT SAVVY vet (not just a any vet). Here you can find a list of rabbit savvy vets by state:

https://rabbit.org/vet-listings/

http://wabbitwiki.com/wiki/Category:United_States

https://www.chewy.com/petcentral/directory-of-veterinarians-for-exotic-small-mammals

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To help your bunny you need a few things now (aside from the vet) -​

1. BABY gas drops - those are 100% safe and can be given anytime a tummy feels gassy (kind of hard vs squishy as usual). They really work and case save her life when you can't see a vet. Liquid simethicone is the ingredient in Baby or Infant gas drops, which are available over the counter in drugstores and many supermarkets. administer between .5 and 1cc of liquid simethicone orally, using a syringe without needle. These can really have save your bunny’s life.
   
   
2. You can get in any 24 hr CVS and they might help if it is just the start of gas pains. Tell your dad to try this.
   
   
3. Metacam - pain meds for bunnies. This is critical as you bunny is likely in pain and a bunny in pain will not eat just making things worse. Do you have any left over from his illness? 0.6 to 0.9 mg per kg is safe every 12 hrs.
   
   
4. Keep the bunny warm - provide a heating pack under the tummy or some warm water bottles next to him. Also a cozy fleece.
   
   
5. You must try to syringe feed bunny if he is not eating - mix some of his usual pellets with water until liquidy/pasty and slowly feed through a syringe every two hours. If you have a blender you can also mix in some fresh herbs. You can put a touch of banana of the tip of the syringe. You can even mix in a touch of banana or some no-sugar added baby food baby food. If you have Critical Care food even better, but if not pellet paste will work in the short term.
   
   
6. Also provide water through a syringe the same way. You can also steep some mint and offer that instead of water or add a touch of no sugar added juice to the water to encourage more drinking (use a bowl vs bottle).
   
   
7. Keep handfeeding veggies and hay.
   
   
8. Offer fresh herbs - dill (has great gut mobility portieres), cilantro, oregano, mint, basil, parsley - these have a strong aroma and can help stimulate bunny appetite and get him to eat more. Rinse them and give them wet for extra hydration.
   
   
9. Try tummy massage, see here for how to do it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyC6CWbm5M
   
   ​
   
   These videos will help you:
   
   https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/9nz8mn/snowy_loves_his_foodand_his_meds/ - how to give meds so bunnies don't mind
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iGZVYVm5Bg - how to syringe feed (put a bit of something sweet like banana on the tip to get bun to like it more)
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW0Taz0MFWE - more on how to syringe feed.
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0dil7iQQCU - how to syringe feed in a less stressful way (more effort but will work better sometimes)
   
   ​
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDyqWvjEYiI - GI stasis treatment
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fPKtW5n5R0 - GI stasis treatment
   
   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyC6CWbm5M - How to Help a Rabbit with Gas Pain

I get a big bag of the Oxbow Regal Rat and split it into an air tight bin and the freezer. I suppliment that with fresh fruits/veggies/yogurt every day, and a couple yogies because they lose their minds for them. For my older guy, I'll mix some Critical Care a couple times a week to ensure that he's getting the nutrition he needs and to (try) to keep his weight up.

The Regal Rat kibble keeps very well in the freezer, so buying in bulk isn't an issue. I am in no way related to or a shill for Oxbow, they're just the best rat diet out there

Oh no! You can put a towel-covered hot water bottle next to him- that's what I do with my bun when she's in GI stasis.

I've collected notes from this subreddit over the years. Here's what another redditor here said:

"when our bunnies show signs of being ill we immediately administer baby gas drops (simethecone) and then if that doesn't produce improvement in the form of eating or pooping, we start administering pain and gut motility meds. in addition, we keep flavorless pedialyte on hand to keep them hydrated, and critical care for syringe feeding."

Another one said:

" I keep drugs on hand for pain management - meloxicam, tramadol, buprenorphine. I have a subcutaneous fluid kit. I keep canned pureed pumpkin, critical care, pellets, hay in a bag and treats also. I also have a variety of medications for stasis - metclopramide, cyproheptadine, a vitamin solution. Simethicone."

A very experienced rabbit person here, vgr1, said:

" Just as a note simethicone (main ingredient in baby gas drops ) do not work to 'relive gas' in rabbits. It will break up smaller bubbles and turn them into larger ones. The thought is that this makes them easier to pass... old wives tale.

The key is.... pain relief (like Metacam) and hydration, hydration, hydration. With full blown stasis, drugs from the vet are needed. Baby gas drops will not hurt and when a rabbit is not drinking the drops can help with this aspect of things. Of course talk to your rabbit savvy vet before you need to use anything."

DinkaAnimalLover said:

" I would bring him in anyways.. they can give him metacam at least to help with pain. A safe bun dose is about .3 to .6 mg/kg every 12 hrs. They will hold him over till morning when you should definitely go to a rabbit savvy vet ASAP!

A bunny in pain will not eat and may give up so pain meds tonight are a must. If you can also get an xray to see if there is stomach blockage that would be even better.

So metacam tonight and rabbit vet ASAP tomorrow as he will need that xray and gut mobility meds!

To help your bunny you need a few things now (aside from the vet) -​

1. This should be your fist step after getting metacam or if you can't get it...BABY gas drops - those are 100% safe and can be given anytime a tummy feels gassy (kind of hard vs squishy as usual). They really work and case save her life when you can't see a vet. Get baby gas drops in any store - Liquid simethicone is the ingredient in Baby or Infant gas drops, which are available over the counter in drugstores and many supermarkets. administer between .5 and 1cc of liquid simethicone orally, using a syringe without needle. These can really have save your bunnies life.
   
2. Metacam - pain meds for bunnies. This is critical as you bunny is likely in pain and a bunny in pain will not eat just making things worse. YOU MUST GET THIS.
   
3. Keep the bunny warm - provide a heating pack under the tummy or some warm water bottles next to him. Also a cozy fleece.
   
4. You must try to syringe fed bunny is he is not eating - mix some of his usual pellets with water until liquidy/pasty and slowly feed through a syringe every two hours or even more often. You cannot just wait till he starts eating on his own. Without food he will not get better. If you have a blender you can also mix in some fresh herbs. You can put a touch of banana of the tip of the syringe to make him want it more and make it easier to feed him. You can even mix in a touch of banana or some no-sugar added baby food baby food (like carrot or pumpkin or sweet potato - but not too much since it still has natural sugars). If you have Critical Care food even better, but if not pellet paste will work in the short term: https://www.amazon.com/Oxbow-Critical-Care-Supplement-141gm/dp/B0021WZJD8/ref=asc_df_B0021WZJD8/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=218543830990&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1119565623768890596&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9001880&hvtargid=pla-408281809127&psc=1
   
   
5. Also provide water through a syringe the same way. You can also steep some mint and offer that instead of water or add a touch of no sugar added juice to the water to encourage more drinking (use a bowl vs bottle).
   
   
6. You can also use unsweetened canned pumpkin puree to supplement pellet paste feeding - feed the pumping through a syringe or even offer it on a plate and see if he might lick it himself.
   
   
7. Offer fresh herbs - parsley, dill, cilantro, oregano, mint, basil - these have a strong aroma and can help stimulate bunny appetite and get him to eat more. Rinse them and give them wet for extra hydration.
   
   
8. Try tummy massage, see here for how to do it https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyC6CWbm5M - this does help!
   
   
9. Once you start seeing some poops again and as appetite comes back offer less pellets for a few days, encourage him to eat more hay as much as possible to be sure that fiber has his gut normal again sooner. You can rub a touch of banana on they to make it more appealing.
   
   
10. DO NOT offer any sugar - carrot or fruit for at least a while until all is back to normal.
    
    
    These videos will help you:
    
    https://www.reddit.com/r/Rabbits/comments/9nz8mn/snowy_loves_his_foodand_his_meds/ - how to give meds so bunnis don't mind
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8iGZVYVm5Bg - how to syringe feed (put a bit of something sweet like banana on the tip to get bun to like it more)
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QW0Taz0MFWE - more on how to syringe feed.
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0dil7iQQCU - how to syringe feed in a less stressful way (more effort but will work better sometimes)
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDyqWvjEYiI - GI stasis treatment
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fPKtW5n5R0 - GI stasis treatment"
    
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LbyC6CWbm5M - How to Help a Rabbit with Gas Pain"
    
    P.S. DinkaAnimalLover is a well-informed person on this subreddit. Here's a resource that she put together for new bunny parents that might help for general things:
    
    " In case you need any tips as a new bunny parent take a look at the little guide on care I assembled below https://drive.google.com/open?id=1Z_IvDuy5Fr-VOKwBVBSmZih0m1ATCIquIMhYyFl4aIw . I really tried to include all the info a new bunny parent might want into this guide... "
    
    Good luck!

Hey! Sorry I'm a few days late to post.

One of my boys lost his top front teeth as well. They fell out on their own after a few days of difficulty eating (not sure how he broke them).

It took several weeks before the teeth were grown back in to a usable length. During that time, he was on a diet of omnivore power and herbivore powder. Basically mixed it around 1:1 ratio and added a couple drops of water to make an easy to eat paste. It worked super well; he continued to have tooth issues on and off for the rest of his life, and that mix was often an important part of his diet.

You can try crushing some food as well; my boy was able to eat hard foods as long as they were small enough that he didn't need to use the front teeth to break it into bites! Potentially soaking his regular food in water (or even a low sodium broth) could work, but my boy didn't care for it.

Small amounts of meat, bread, rice, vegetables are alright to help keep interest in food and weight up. Baby foods like "Brown rice and Turkey" are okay in moderation too, but probably not a good idea long term.

You can get an implant for hormone balance that helps with adrenal issues. This will allow for the hair to grow back.
https://us.virbac.com/home/our-products/pagecontent/product-selector/suprelorin-f-implant.html

Another good supplement is to add an 1/8 tsp of MSM (sulfur) to any wet food, a bit of yogurt (I use unsweetened coconut yogurt). MSM is essential to healthy skin, hair and nails. It's been proven to help with hair regrowth.
https://www.amazon.com/Pure-Additive-Free-MSM-Dogs-Cats/dp/B015RKGF4M

I have used both products on my ferrets. Works great!

We just had a TPLO surgery on our girl this Friday. It was just the one leg, so easier than both. Absolutely plan on taking at least one week off, longer if you can. The first night is tough, she was almost completely helpless. She wouldn’t even walk, we had to carry her (70 pound husky). She’s still struggling today (3 days post op), but is already starting to act more like herself. Glucosamine supplements are definitely a must to help with arthritis, you can get them on amazon fairly reasonably. I use these, but a lot of people recommend dasoquen (sp?) they have helped her so much, I originally got them because she has a luxating patella.

Salveo Petcare Glucosamine for Dogs 800mg Advanced - Hip and Joint Supplement with MSM Chondroitin and Vitamins C & E - 120 Beef Flavoured Chewable Tablets - Arthritis Pain Relief and Mobility https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0191P4758/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_sbc3DbD8DW7WN


We got a sling to help her walk from amazon too, it was a life saver for sure.


voopet Dog Sling, Help Lift Back Legs, Portable Hip Support Harness Assist Lift Dogs Rear for Canine Aid - Pet Lift Harness for Small Medium & Large Dogs Hind Leg Support Rehabilitation https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XXLQB7H/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_e-b3DbXJGRC5P

I haven’t been able to leave my girl alone since we brought her home. She starts to cry if someone isn’t with her. This probably varies by the individual. Instead of a crate, I have a wire stand alone fence set up around her that I can make as big or small as needed. I set up some pillows next to her bed and slept with her a bunch, which kept her calm.

Hope I answered everything, feel free to ask more. I’m definitely not an expert

There's a few options on Amazon. These are the ones I get. True Leaf Pet 40 Count Hemp Chews Calming Support for Dogs, 7 oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LSPULS6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_rVdbBbXAW79RE

My dog is a 65lb pit, so I give her 3 treats 15-30 minutes before I leave (when I can plan it).

My vet reccomends Dasuquin. You can poke around for good prices on them on amazon too.

I found this to be the best buy. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B4UK70S/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

It's a vitamin supplement - pretty affordable (4 months worth is $50)

https://www.amazon.com/American-BioSciences-DGP-Joint-Support/dp/B0041V9DZW

I swear by it. He was a new dog just a few days after he started taking it.

EDIT: Also, he takes the keppra every 12 hours. They tested his keppra level 14 hours after I gave him a dose to see how quickly he metabolizes it. Thankfully, Walter holds the keppra in his blood longer than average, so they took him off the bromide. And it's made a huge difference.

I read on another gerbil forum of someone who got their vet to cut their gerbil's teeth, but they cut their gum on accident. There was only a tiny bit of blood, but the gerbil died the next day. That worried me so much that I just decided to risk it myself. I trimmed one of my past gerbil's teeth with a cat nail clipper and she was fine afterwards.




For advice on what to do now : Here is the Oxbow Critical Care Herbivore formula I was recommended by u/behamgeo . I mixed it with almond butter (you can buy these at a health store) although you can mix it with other soft foods (banana, baby food, plain oatmeal, ensure, etc)




Here is a thread where u/behamgeo gave more advice on how to feed a gerbil that is having trouble eating.




And if you're worried about your gerbil's teeth growing back weak, you can grind up some bird cuttlebone into their food for extra calcium.

This to keep her doggie healthy :)

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Ok. I did some browsing and came up with this as a cheap brace. Just keep in mind that I'm not a vet and you should do your own research.

I highly recommend "Rejenease" Does wonders for my dog.

https://www.amazon.com/Premium-Liquid-Glucosamine-Joint-Supplement/dp/B079C123RF/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=rejenease&qid=1568718382&sr=8-1

Do you have him on any joint supplements? My dog has arthritis in her neck, and I give her glucosamine treats that I order from Amazon. They work incredibly well. I also gave them to one of my cats (who is no longer with us) who had arthritis in his back end so painful that he didn't want to step into his litter box (which didn't have a very high lip on the front). Vet gave him a steroid shot and some NSAIDs, which didn't help at all. I was really concerned that I was going to have to have him euthanized, so I decided to try glucosamine. In five days, it not only rid him of all his pain, but he was also running around the apartment like he hadn't done in several years! The stuff is miraculous, in my opinion.

Definitely not knocking the kratom, but if you don't have him on glucosamine, you might give it a try. There are a ton of different ones, but I use these inexpensive ones, and they work just fine.

1. She doesn't look much GSD/Retriever. She looks more maybe Golden/Lab? Or Golden/collie of some sort. Her story is so so sad. :( Good thing she will be in a happy home for the rest of her life!
   
   
2. Slow walks, mostly. Go her speed. Try walking on grass more, less of an impact. Flatter areas more than hilly spots if you can. If you have access to water and she enjoys that, some swimming might be great since it's a low impact exercise.
   
   
3. Honestly most senior foods will probably be fine as low as it's not low low tier food like Old Roy. Blue Buffalo is pretty good quality but in my own opinion I feel it's a bit overpriced. When I took in a senior dog for a while he got Fromm Senior food-he seemed to enjoy that and do well on it, but while it is high quality it was pretty pricy and if he was in my care longer I probably would have transitioned him to something a bit cheaper. Quite honestly though as long as it's formulated to meet her nutritional needs and AAFCO and all that, and she does well on it, then go for it! Try glucosamine supplements to help her joints out. Most dogs love them anyways, and they tend to smell weirdly good too. If you need somewhere to start with those, I work at a dog kennel and a common brand I see people have for their pups is this one and this one probably because they're fairly cheap and come with a lot for their size.

• First case, because cellphone case+wallet is always nice.
  
• Second case, because Nintendo.
  
• Third case because of reasons.
  
• Fourth case because pig.
  
• Fifth case because pink elephant.
  
• Sixth case because beautiful elephant.
  
• Seventh case because of plaid.
  
• And I could keep going, but I think I'll stop there. They really need to make better case choices for my Droid.

Nutrisca

Wellness Core and Blue Buffalo Wilderness are also good food.

> Note: The blue buffalo rocky mountain recipe version is crap, so make sure you buy the kind I linked.

For treats I give Petco brand bone strips ($10, lasts a month), double chews, BIXBI jerky, and Dogma Biscuits.

The running theme here is grain free, and made from ingredients that a human could consume. Further, the distribution of protein, carbs and fat is evenly distributed in appropriate ratios.

I use these large dog supplements on my large elderly dog, they've got chondroitin, glucosamine, and MSM. It seems to help.

My vet recommends these and so far we haven't had any joint issues in my old lady. http://www.amazon.com/Flex-2500-Soft-Chews-Count/dp/B002QBSFLM