Hello, My cat arthritis in her hips. I tried Cosequin and she had GI issues so I had to stop giving it to her. Her vet suggested HempRX. Has anyone tried the HempRX? Please let me know how your cat responded to this treatment. Thanks, Amy
Do you have any idea what ingredient in Cosequin caused your cat's GI issues? Glucosamine, chondroitin, or perhaps one of the 'inactive' (filler) ingredients? Green lipped mussels (one brand name: Super Snouts) is used for arthritic conditions in cats, and can be purchased without glucosamine or chondroitin. You just have to know whether your cat has an allergy to shell fish - if so, it would not work for you. I have not tried it but have had a couple of people tell me they have used it and gotten good results. I know it is available on line.
I am about to try Glyco Flex Plus for my older cat. It contains green lipped mussels (GLM), but it also has glucosamine and chondroitin in it just like Cosequin. If either of these ingredients are the culprit behind your cat's GI problems, it wouldn't work either.
PDisclaimer: I use VetCBD, which is a marijuana derived CBD oil only for sale and legal in California, for arthritis in Links leg. It conforms to human testing regulations and has an olive oil base. He is a younger cat, 4.5 years old, and has arthritis as the result of a bad break two years ago that was recently confirmed with x-rays. Link has been on the treatment for one month with a once a day dose at half the recommended dose amount; I may up the dose later but since his does contain a trace amount of THC I am starting low to prevent a "high". All this said, my experience may be different than yours.
Link has had marked improvement. I have noticed him moving around slightly better, less hesitant in jumping and walks smoother. Prior to the CBD oil he was very careful stepping down and would find a way to climb around instead of jump. We had assumed it was because he broke his leg falling and was being cautious of re-injury; I now realize it was more likely due to pain. I think he was grumpier and less inclined to be pet on his body because of the arthritis as well. I say this because he has been more inclined to being pet as well since starting the treatment. I actually am not sure if an increase will be needed but likely will try a little more to see if he has more improvement.
I am also giving my girl, Rocket, just two drop (about third what Link gets) to help with her behavior. She had started becoming aggressive towards our other male and is a very skittish cat. She hasn't been as aggressive towards the male and seems to be slightly calmer. I am not using it for any major effect with her but just for a minor calming effect. If I didn't already have it for Link I probably would have tried calming treats instead.
Thanks for all the information I am doing my research thank you. glad it’s helping your kittiesDisclaimer: I use VetCBD, which is a marijuana derived CBD oil only for sale and legal in California, for arthritis in Links leg. It conforms to human testing regulations and has an olive oil base. He is a younger cat, 4.5 years old, and has arthritis as the result of a bad break two years ago that was recently confirmed with x-rays. Link has been on the treatment for one month with a once a day dose at half the recommended dose amount; I may up the dose later but since his does contain a trace amount of THC I am starting low to prevent a "high". All this said, my experience may be different than yours.
Link has had marked improvement. I have noticed him moving around slightly better, less hesitant in jumping and walks smoother. Prior to the CBD oil he was very careful stepping down and would find a way to climb around instead of jump. We had assumed it was because he broke his leg falling and was being cautious of re-injury; I now realize it was more likely due to pain. I think he was grumpier and less inclined to be pet on his body because of the arthritis as well. I say this because he has been more inclined to being pet as well since starting the treatment. I actually am not sure if an increase will be needed but likely will try a little more to see if he has more improvement.
I am also giving my girl, Rocket, just two drop (about third what Link gets) to help with her behavior. She had started becoming aggressive towards our other male and is a very skittish cat. She hasn't been as aggressive towards the male and seems to be slightly calmer. I am not using it for any major effect with her but just for a minor calming effect. If I didn't already have it for Link I probably would have tried calming treats instead.
ThanksDo you have any idea what ingredient in Cosequin caused your cat's GI issues? Glucosamine, chondroitin, or perhaps one of the 'inactive' (filler) ingredients? Green lipped mussels (one brand name: Super Snouts) is used for arthritic conditions in cats, and can be purchased without glucosamine or chondroitin. You just have to know whether your cat has an allergy to shell fish - if so, it would not work for you. I have not tried it but have had a couple of people tell me they have used it and gotten good results. I know it is available on line.
I am about to try Glyco Flex Plus for my older cat. It contains green lipped mussels (GLM), but it also has glucosamine and chondroitin in it just like Cosequin. If either of these ingredients are the culprit behind your cat's GI problems, it wouldn't work either.