Glucosamine has been utilized for years by athletes and joint pain sufferers. Some people even take it regularly as a preventative step against future ailments.



But really, what exactly is it? It's an amino sugar. But what's that? It usually comes from grains such as corn or wheat that have been fermented.

Glucosamine's anti-inflammatory properties and ability to prevent the manufacture of cartilage-damaging substances has made it a widely used, unregulated remedy for joint proglems.

Since joint health is essential to their health, there are numerous products available containing glucosamine for dogs.

PNP produce excellent products including Glucosamine with Chondroitin (another substance that inhibits joint damage) in convenient liver flavored chewables.

This product is specially formulated to work against moderate and advanced joint conditions, and at the same time, it isn't harmful to major organs like the liver and kidneys. It has many antioxidant properties, as well.

If you have trouble getting your dog to eat a chewable, then you might consider PNP Healthy Joints Liquid Max Glucosamine as an alternative. You can purchase it in an 8oz bottle that contains glucosamine and low molecular weight Chondroitin. It's easy to pour a dose over you dog's food and watch it disappear!

PNP also makes a product called PNP Healthy Joints Glucosamine Ester C for Dogs. It is designed to help with the early stages of joint disorders, and it contains natural nutrients for the support of joint function and connective tissue.

Your pet can enjoy better health in as little as four to six weeks after taking this product. You can also rest easy in the fact that it contains all human grade ingredients as well as 500 mg of glucosamine per chewable tablet.

Petravet Glucosamine Chicken Strips for Dogs are a tasty way to treat your pet with glucosamine and chrondriton. Only 100% all-natural chicken breast goes into this snack that is also fortified with nutritional supplements.

With a taste that will leave him begging for more, these delicious treats will also help protect his joints.

Likewise Beefeaters Joint Care Rawhide Stix Dogs provide a snack with a bit more "growl"; with extra calcium to support bones, glucosamine to maintain healthy joint tissue and cartilage, these treats come in resealable packs of 50.

Healthy Baker is the innovative company that created the Healthy Baker Glucosamine Treats for Dogs. These delicious biscuits are garlic flavored, high in protein, low in fat and rich in Perna canaliculus (green-lipped mussel), which produces natural glycosaminoglycans.

Consider this: no added soy, sugar, salt, artificial flavors, colors, or preservatives, and completely clean and neat. You could not possibly ask for a better snack for your dog.