Cosequin® Soft Chews
Cosequin®, the original researched brand scientifically formulated to support and help maintain the health of pets’ joints and connective tissue, is now available in a soft chew form! It is the number-one veterinarian recommended joint health supplement brand▼, and is the only glucosamine/chondroitin sulfate brand that has been shown safe, effective, and bioavailable in peer-reviewed, published, controlled, U.S. veterinary studies. Each soft chew contains 600 mg glucosamine hydrochloride and 300 mg sodium chondroitin sulfate.
*Not recognized as an essential nutrient by the AAFCO Dog Food Nutrient Profiles.
† Cosequin contains FCHG49® Glucosamine and TRH122® Sodium Chondroitin Sulfate, Nutramax Laboratories® proprietary veterinary researched specifications.
▲ Reported on a hydrous basis.
▼Source: Survey conducted in November 2009 of small animal veterinarians who recommended oral joint health supplements.
Instructions for use:
The recommended initial administration period is four to six weeks; however, some dogs may respond in a shorter period of time. The number of Cosequin Soft Chews may then be reduced to the maintenance level.
| Body Weight Pounds |
Daily Soft Chews Initial 4-6 Weeks |
Daily Soft Chews Maintenance▲ |
| 10-29 lbs |
1 |
1 EOD** |
| 30-59 lbs |
2 |
1 |
| 60-89 lbs |
3 |
1-2 |
| 90-120 lbs |
4 |
2-3 |
** Every Other Day
▲ Once consistent improvement has been seen, these maintenance levels may be reduced to an every other day administration. The maintenance level can also be used long term on healthy dogs to help support their joints.