what homeopathic remedies for pain relief are appropriate for cats with arthritis?

4 Comments

1. biker550_uk says:

   July 8, 2010 at 2:10 pm

   You can buy a mixture of chrondroitin and glucosamine wich is what i was advised by a vet for my dog with arthritis.
2. soozemusic says:

   July 8, 2010 at 2:23 pm

   Half of a regular aspirin works. I give a whole one to my 14 year old dog for her hips. (Vet agreed it was okay).
   I have two cats and it does help if needed. Crush up in your cat’s food.
3. corneliusdvm says:

   July 8, 2010 at 2:26 pm

   I do NOT recommend the home use of aspirin for a cat simply because the side effects can be severe (intestinal ulceration, perforation, and heart failure) and may result in severe illness and even death.

   There is a “homeopathic” drug called Cosequin (Chondroitin/Glucosamine) that you can try on your kitty. They come in capsules and are labeled for use in cats (you’ll have to go to a vet’s office to purchase these). I would say that about 50% of my patients respond well to Cosequin alone, however, your cat may need another type of pain med (narcotics, non-steroidals labeled for use in cats).

   Also, in regards to the fibrosarcoma, I would bet that your cat is experiencing pain associated with the cell destruction and pressure of the mass expansion, so you may want to address this issue with your veterinarian as well.

   If there is anything else I can do to answer your questions, please contact me.
4. junzfour says:

   July 8, 2010 at 3:12 pm

   A very soft bedeing and a warm place for those bones.Don’t use a heating pad for it may disfunction and overheat or shock and death. Talk to Vet.