Robbi

Forgive my ignorance but what is a prong collar I am imagining some medieval torture device, I hope I am wrong.

Thanks for this, it helps to know as much as possible about what we give to our furkids, I have their health and comfort formost and wouldnt dream of taking them off pain relief was just interested in finding out as much as possible about how to help them and their arthritis

They have been on joint formula containing glucosime and chondroitin, apple cider vinegar and devils claw. They werent very keen on the devils claw as it was basically dried bark chips but I think they did help. The younger guy is only 13 and vet said every second day on metacam is fine as he is only a little bit stiff in the hind legs but Jessica is 16 and her front legs are giving her a bit of pain and the knee joints are swollen so she is to be given her metacam daily. Is yoghurt or something similar a good idea to keep her gut flora healthy, I am open to all ideas

I have two elderly Kelpies who have been prescribed Metacam by our vet however I am concerned whether long term use of it may cause stomach ulcers or other side-effects. They are healthy and happy in all ways except for their arthritis.

Thanks Huski, I will have a look, anything to save on cooking is a good idea in my mind

I cook a stew using beef mince, pasta and frozen mixed veggies then add rose hip granules and garlic powder but I worry whether raw would be better? They love it however and wont eat commercial dog food any more.

Poor Rosie, I hope she will be okay. My old Kelpie (16) started the night barking about a year ago, after trying all sorts of remedies and suggestions I found the best thing was to just put her into bed with me at night, maybe not the best idea but it worked for her. I think you just have to try until you find the solution that works for you and Rosie