RE-POST: Dog section question. very important. refers to my prior question about my great dane?

Question

But not AS important. If you read the other one you will understand this one...

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index;_ylt=AqKHHuxqKZBzx7qof2G68wXsy6IX;_ylv=3?qid=20080827122851AAmYDPq

Ok so read that one and it will help you with this one.

So she is suffering more with her hip dysplasia as I said in that question.

So my question is...then I should not take her to the dogpark with my other dogs on sunday? Bc I know swimming does help the hips...and that is a big reason why I take her. And she LOVES the dog park. It makes her week.

But should I leave her at home then? And just take bella? 2 of my cousins might take their dogs too.

And Meri terrorizes the house when bella goes somewhere and she is left. Even for a 20 minute walk.

So should I leave her at home still?

I could try and find a way to keep her out of trouble. Which will be hard. But if I need to then I will.

So what is your suggestion?

ok there we go...new link

thank you all!

Answer 1

You could try glucosamine chondrotine, I use a product by Vetri-Science called Glyco-Flex that helps ease the pain and helps the joints.  This is great for shepherds and Goldens; you might want to ask Dane owners if they'd had luck with it.

Sometimes dogs act aggressive if they're in pain.  A shoulder slam or jump on her probably wouldn't be appreciated.  Let Meri be your judge about whether to take her to the park or not.  Perhaps try to go at a time when it is less busy so she gets all the enjoyment without too many of dangers.

Answer 2

i would suggest talking to your vet about what she can and can't do. it's better to get an expert opinion than to guess and possibly make things work.