difference in vet or amazon quality of pill? I can get twice as many dasuquin with msn tabs from amazon as I can from the vet. The vets office implies there is a difference in quality and "warranty" if there is a problem. Is this true??Dasuquin With MSM For Small To Medium Dogs Under 60 Lbs. 150 Chewable Tablets difference in vet or amazon quality of pill? I can get twice as many dasuquin with msn tabs from amazon as I can from the vet. The vets office implies there is a difference in quality and... » Read More difference in vet or amazon quality of pill? I can get twice as many dasuquin with msn tabs from amazon as I can from the vet. The vets office implies there is a difference in quality and "warranty" if there is a problem. Is this true??Dasuquin With MSM For Small To Medium Dogs Under 60 Lbs. 150 Chewable Tablets « Show Less
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No, it's not true. shame on your vet. My vet TOLD me to get her follow up dosages through the internet because it's cheaper. The vet just wants the markup.
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It's all part of big Pharma. The veterinarians get money for selling their products. Fortunately, I have a vet that understands if I can get something cheaper online, she has no problem. I have an old dog that is on several prescription meds, heart, etc., so I need to save on the supplements if possible. But she didn't become a vet for the money. She became because of her love of animals.
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At the advice of Amazon.com I contacted the manufacturer. This was their response:"To reiterate. . .Dasuquin is available only from your veterinarian. The online retailers that may carry Dasuquin do not purchase directly from Nutramax Laboratories, Inc. or our authorized veterinary distributors. We are aware that Dasuquin is online and there are veterinarians who are purchasing from us and selling to those online companies; we are constantly working to correct this situation. "
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Our vet, who is rated one of the best of Northern Virginia, indicates there are ingredients in Dasuquin that allow better absorption of the product, and he has seen differences between Cosequin and Dasuquin in the same pets. In our use, only with Dasuquin,we have noticed positive behavioral changes.
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My dog was prescribed this medication by two different vets and the product on Amazon is the same item. Please note this is a _100_ dram container, not _10_ drams. If your vet is charging you $55 for 100 drams, that's a good deal - if you are being charged $55 for 10 drams, not so much....
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Thankfully, a number of veterinary products are being cleared for over the counter purchase no longer requiring a prescription from a vet. For example, Frontline flea and tick control used to be prescription only (you could only get it from your vet directly) but now you can purchase it retail. One of the things you might consider is seeing if your vet price matches. My vet will price match 1800petmeds.com petrx.com those places, but not Amazon. I know a number of people pharmacies have been approved over the past few years to fill animal medications. Target I believe is one of them. Their prices are the same for animals as they are for humans, as many medications are the same. Thankfully, a number of veterinary products are being cleared for over the counter purchase no longer requiring a prescription from a vet. For example, Frontline flea and tick control used to be prescription only (you could only get it from your vet directly) but now you can purchase it retail. One of the things you might consider is seeing if your vet price matches. My vet will price match 1800petmeds.com petrx.com those places, but not Amazon. I know a number of people pharmacies have been approved over the past few years to fill animal medications. Target I believe is one of them. Their... » Read More Thankfully, a number of veterinary products are being cleared for over the counter purchase no longer requiring a prescription from a vet. For example, Frontline flea and tick control used to be prescription only (you could only get it from your vet directly) but now you can purchase it retail. One of the things you might consider is seeing if your vet price matches. My vet will price match 1800petmeds.com petrx.com those places, but not Amazon. I know a number of people pharmacies have been approved over the past few years to fill animal medications. Target I believe is one of them. Their prices are the same for animals as they are for humans, as many medications are the same. « Show Less
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Hi JoAnne , I would ask another vet !? My vet doubles the price well almost tripped ? He said buy here too ? I brought them in after I read this and he shows me his and they even have the same marks ion the tabs ? I'm happy I can get them so inexpensive as I know my dogs do better in them and a life time user and never a problem oh my dog got sick one had a sensitive stomach and so I give with food ? Other than that nothing but hep ?
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My vet just recommended it for my dog, in addition to other expensive suppliments/meds for his Cushings. When I was lamenting the cost of buying it at her office, she actually went and checked on Amazon.com for me, and told me to buy it here, that it was way cheaper than she could give it to me for. So, even though the box says sold by vet's only, I will trust the quality because our vet told me to buy it here.
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yes if you have large dogs like I do. Dasuguin and Cosequin DS are made by NUTRAMAX. Both have same supplements but Dasuquin has a greater amount. Shop around because cost is different or find discounts at differentoutlets. Shop Amazon or check out all the different places that sell pet supplies. PS my vet said DAUQUIN WAS FORMULATED BEST FOR DOGS. My dogs are 88lbs to 120lbs. I use soft chews.
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That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would be worthwhile giving them a try. They also improve coat and skin conditions. Hope I was of some help to you. That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would... » Read More That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would be worthwhile giving them a try. They also improve coat and skin conditions. Hope I was of some help to you. « Show Less
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I would recommend using the one labeled for cats 2-15 lbs. That way you can give a single capsule. The capsule for dogs covers a much larger weight range, and you would need to open the capsule and divide the content. Same ingredients are in the capsules for cats, just lower dose. Always give with a full meal so the product is absorbed properly. Thanks for your question.
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Hi there I can only tell you that is the dosage on the bottle. I have a 140 pound dog yes it is a lot of pills but, his coat is now in amazing condition soft and lots of shine. My dogs love them I thought that I was going to have to individually wrap each pill in cheese to get them to eat them but, no they love them and eat them like treats. If you really have some concerns regarding the dosage speak with your local vet for assurance. Hope this helps.
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I think the Dasuquin with MSM is better. My dog (golden retriever - 7 yrs) had knee surgery (ACL) on both rear legs. The Dasuquin with MSM keeps her running with nonoticeable discomfort. If you have a younger dog with no problems yet - the regular Dasuquin would be OK - but an older dog with arthritis issues, I'd go with the MSM.
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MSN is thought to add pain relieving benefits. There are no definitive scientific studies to prove it works for all the claims it makes. I am trying it to see if my Lab does better on the Dasuquin with it than without.
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There is no difference. I have purchased from both my doctor and amazon. I have been buying from my doctor (no shipping)
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What you're looking at is advantage II. I bought the original advantage (I) for my dog off amazon and it works very well. To save money, always get the treatments for bigger dogs and divide each dose 3 or 4 ways, if you have a small dog. I have a syringe and vial that I put the liquid into and measure out about .7 ML's per dose for up to 22 pounds.
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This response is not directly responsive to your question but I am sending it on the chance that you may find it to be of some value. I've always preferred to use supplements and other over the counter medications that don't have active ingredients other than those which I want to use. I prefer the 220 tablet size of Kirkland Glucosamine 1500 mg and Chondroitin 1200 mg which has an expiration date of 10/2017 because it doesn't have MSM or other active ingredients and, also, the dosage is two tablets for 1500/1200 rather than the four tablets/capsules that I remember from the product you've asked about. I only used the product with MSM for a short time because the Amazon wasn't offering the MSM product. This response is not directly responsive to your question but I am sending it on the chance that you may find it to be of some value. I've always preferred to use supplements and other over the counter medications that don't have active ingredients other than those which I want to use. I prefer the 220 tablet size of Kirkland Glucosamine 1500 mg and Chondroitin 1200 mg which has an expiration date of 10/2017 because it doesn't have MSM or other active ingredients and, also, the dosage is two tablets for 1500/1200 rather than the four tablets/capsules that I remember from the product you've... » Read More This response is not directly responsive to your question but I am sending it on the chance that you may find it to be of some value. I've always preferred to use supplements and other over the counter medications that don't have active ingredients other than those which I want to use. I prefer the 220 tablet size of Kirkland Glucosamine 1500 mg and Chondroitin 1200 mg which has an expiration date of 10/2017 because it doesn't have MSM or other active ingredients and, also, the dosage is two tablets for 1500/1200 rather than the four tablets/capsules that I remember from the product you've asked about. I only used the product with MSM for a short time because the Amazon wasn't offering the MSM product. « Show Less
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The size of the dog doesn't matter, only the size of the pill you have to give to the dog. If the pill is small use the pill pocket, otherwise if the pill is very large you may need the tablet pocket. These products are made for pills (small) and tablets (large). If you are giving your dog just a pill, the pill size is adequate. To save some cash, you could use the larger tablet size pocket and break them into two pieces. The product is very soft and pliable and can me molded around each pill as necessary. I would recommend you try different flavors as one of our dogs did not like the beef flavor but both dogs loved the peanut flavored ones. The size of the dog doesn't matter, only the size of the pill you have to give to the dog. If the pill is small use the pill pocket, otherwise if the pill is very large you may need the tablet pocket. These products are made for pills (small) and tablets (large). If you are giving your dog just a pill, the pill size is adequate. To save some cash, you could use the larger tablet size pocket and break them into two pieces. The product is very soft and pliable and can me molded around each pill as necessary. I would recommend you try different flavors as one of our dogs did not like the beef... » Read More The size of the dog doesn't matter, only the size of the pill you have to give to the dog. If the pill is small use the pill pocket, otherwise if the pill is very large you may need the tablet pocket. These products are made for pills (small) and tablets (large). If you are giving your dog just a pill, the pill size is adequate. To save some cash, you could use the larger tablet size pocket and break them into two pieces. The product is very soft and pliable and can me molded around each pill as necessary. I would recommend you try different flavors as one of our dogs did not like the beef flavor but both dogs loved the peanut flavored ones. « Show Less
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That is what is recommended and that's what I do, but I have always had smaller dogs (largest being about 30 lbs.) It does seem like a lot per dog but they are relatively inexpensive and a 1000 tablet bottle will last a long time. I currently have 9 dogs and give 13 pills daily and a bottle lasts me about 3 months. The product really does work I have used it for over 25 years and only once in all those years did I ever have a flea problem and I have always have multiple dogs (anywhere from 5 to 13 at any given time) and also live in a rural wooded area. I swear by them and I think it would be worthwhile giving them a try. They also improve coat and skin conditions. Hope I was of some help to you.