Meloxicam for arthritis in dogs?
Does anyone have experience with this drug to share? Our 13 yr old mixed rescue is struggling with the effects of bad hips and knees. Occasionally have given OTC or Rimadyl but we've resisted putting ...
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Thank you everyone for the thoughtful responses, and expecially from Dr. Doug regarding the long term usage.
One of the things that is challenging is to decide if the medication is effective or not. She is very stoic with a high pain tolerance, so the signs are subtle, and of course she has good days and bad days. For now we'll put her on Rimadyl and next week I need to visit our hometown Vet for other business, so I'll take the opportunity to discuss NSAID choices with him and decide whether to stay with the R or try something else.
Thanks again!
One of the things that is challenging is to decide if the medication is effective or not. She is very stoic with a high pain tolerance, so the signs are subtle, and of course she has good days and bad days. For now we'll put her on Rimadyl and next week I need to visit our hometown Vet for other business, so I'll take the opportunity to discuss NSAID choices with him and decide whether to stay with the R or try something else.
Thanks again!
