Sugar-free MSM for cats - is there a product like this?

Discussion in 'Feline Health - (Welcome & Main Forum)' started by Jane & Jack & Karre the Emperor, Sep 19, 2010.

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  1. Jane & Jack & Karre the Emperor

    Jane & Jack & Karre the Emperor Well-Known Member

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    Hello everyone,

    I'm trying to find an MSM product for cats to help with Karre's arthritis and joint stiffness, but so far the only products I can find all contain sugar, e.g. "Flexicose", 1g of sugar/serving, which I know is not exactly a pile of sugar, but I wouldn't want anything to jeopardize Karr'es wonderful run of OTJ-Months (22 and counting).

    Has anyone ever seen or used an MSM product for feline arthritis, and if so, which one, and did it contain sugar, and how did that affect the kittys' FD status and regulation?

    Jane
     
  2. Lisa and Merlyn (GA)

    Lisa and Merlyn (GA) Well-Known Member

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    http://www.peteducation.com/article.cfm ... 8&aid=1356

    http://www.ehow.com/list_6117654_effect ... -cats.html

    http://www.amazon.com/Methylsulfonylmet ... B002WDSSZC

    Looks like its made by Vetri-Science. Jess feels comfortable with this company. I wasnt sure it was safe for cats due to the sulphur but I guess it is, although the peteducation link says there have been no studies.

    I also wanted to mention that my Merlyn loved his Zukes Hip Action treats that have glucosamine in it.

    There is also Cosequin and Dasuquin both from Nutramax labs
    http://www.nutramaxlabs.com/vet/product ... -cats.aspx
    that can help with arthritis.
     
  3. breayle and jake

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  4. Jane & Jack & Karre the Emperor

    Jane & Jack & Karre the Emperor Well-Known Member

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    Thanks, you guys! I'll see if I can get those products here in Cape Town :)
     
  5. dbg

    dbg New Member

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    There is a company in the UK that do very high spec joint supplements for pets and horses called Riaflex. Much higher spec than cosequin (which my vet gave me) and half the price. I think they post anywhere. They are really helpful over the phone also. Some (not all) of their supplements are sugar free.
     
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