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by clc29 on 04 November 2010 - 17:11
Hi All
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What do you guys do for muscle soreness in your dogs? I know with horses we usually massage in a liniment, give them some Bute (horse aspirin), perform acupuncture, or give them stall rest depending on the severity of the soreness.
C
,What do you guys do for muscle soreness in your dogs? I know with horses we usually massage in a liniment, give them some Bute (horse aspirin), perform acupuncture, or give them stall rest depending on the severity of the soreness.
C
by nonacona60 on 04 November 2010 - 18:11
I would consider doing the same things I would do if it were my child with sore muscles... However, it would be on a dog's level. Basically the same remedy used on for horses could be applied for dogs, on a dog's level...Just make sure its sure muscles and not anything else..
by Red Sable on 04 November 2010 - 18:11
I would never give my horses bute, so the same goes for my dog. Curious, how do you know when a dog is muscle sore as opposed to sore joints? 
by SitasMom on 04 November 2010 - 18:11
why is your dog sore? are you pushing it too hard, if so, slow down and fit him/her much more slowly.
soreness is a sign that you are doing too much too soon and a caution to slow down or chance a real injury.
soreness is a sign that you are doing too much too soon and a caution to slow down or chance a real injury.
by nonacona60 on 04 November 2010 - 18:11
Red Sable, I didn't mean to give the dog bute.....OMG never.!!!!!....I did say, do the same on a dog's level, meaning with dog meds.....LOL.....Limit their exercise also...and make sure its the muscles and not something else...I just assumed joints and bones would be considered.
by TingiesandTails on 04 November 2010 - 19:11
Not saying this is something for everyone, but we all take only homeopathy, including cats and dogs. For muscle soreness I'll give homeopathic Arnica C30 once a day until symptoms are much better or gone. Drops are easier to use for animals, but for dogs pellets in the back of their mouth on the outer side of their teeth ( where the gums are fleshy)work great, too. Just watch that they don't spit them out.
by clc29 on 04 November 2010 - 19:11
nonacona60, Sitasmom and Red Sable,
I do not have a GSD yet. Still in the research phase.
I was just curious about what GSD owners do when their dogs get sore from training, exercise, playing or whatever.
I had assumed that you could not use lineament due to them licking it.
I also know that you can not give Bute to dogs, cats and people. FATAL!!
Has anyone ever tried acupuncture. If so what was the result?
Curious why you would assume it is a joint problem first and not muscle soreness. Haven't you ever started an exercise program and been a little sore the next day or couple of days? Why should a dog be any different? I know my Suzie dog loves to have her shoulders and neck rubbed..(no reason needed).
C
I do not have a GSD yet. Still in the research phase.
I was just curious about what GSD owners do when their dogs get sore from training, exercise, playing or whatever.
I had assumed that you could not use lineament due to them licking it.
I also know that you can not give Bute to dogs, cats and people. FATAL!!
Has anyone ever tried acupuncture. If so what was the result?
Curious why you would assume it is a joint problem first and not muscle soreness. Haven't you ever started an exercise program and been a little sore the next day or couple of days? Why should a dog be any different? I know my Suzie dog loves to have her shoulders and neck rubbed..(no reason needed)
.C
by nonacona60 on 04 November 2010 - 19:11
To someone with little or no experience, they may not realize or know, that many problems have the same symptoms. A few of them are ligaments, joints, and bones...In my opinion, if you are in doubt, always seek professional help......Getting opinions and advice on here, is just that....However to have your dog examined by a vet is the only was to get a more reliable answer..JMO
by jmopaso on 04 November 2010 - 20:11
In agreement there. If you have soreness, I presume lets translate that as lameness or stiffness in movement, certainly rest is in order. Human asprin can be given to dogs safely, but check with your vet on dosage first. Some issues may take care of themsevles in a day or 2, but if not a visit is in order. If the problem turns out to be a soft tisue issue there are much more effective NSAIDS your vet can prescribe. Metacam is my personal favorite.
by sueincc on 04 November 2010 - 20:11
Hi, I know a few people who take their dogs to one acupunturist in particular, and have wonderful results. I would not hesitate to take my own there if I felt the dog needed it.
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