dog joint health pills

Question
My lab is getting old and stiff. my vet doesn't know which type of (not dog pain killers/anti-inflamitory; but the vitimin type) pills to recommend because their are so many. Do you have any suggestions? (ex. Pawws, K9 maxx, Cosequin)
          Thank you for your time.
                                  Marcus

Answer
You want a product with Glucosamine and MSM in it.  You can give a human product or one specifically labeled for dogs.  I would recommend giving your dog 1500 mg of Glucosamine twice a day (with some Chondroitin is good too) and MSM 1000 mg twice a day.   Usually it takes 4-8 weeks to notice a difference.  I am not familiar with all the brands out there but from what I remember Cosequin does NOT have MSM in it.  We exclusively use Synovi G3 Soft Chews by DVM where I work.   I have a few clients who give Glycoflex III and some who use GNC's Triflex.