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Golden paste is a popular DIY supplement with many benefits for our dogs. Having lost two dogs to cancer, turmeric is an important part of my dogs' diet and something easy to make and add to their meals.
Benefits of Turmeric (TOO-mer-ick) for Dogs
- Natural detox
- Anti-inflammatory
- Natural antibacterial
- Promotes heart and liver health
- Reduces blood clots that can lead to strokes and heart attacks by thinning the blood*
- Promotes digestive health
- It acts as an antioxidant, and it’s believed to be able to prevent cancer**
- Offers allergy relief
- It helps to prevent cataracts
- It has been used in the treatment of epilepsy
- Natural pain relief
- Natural treatment for diarrhea
*Side Effects of Turmeric for Dogs
Turmeric is a natural blood thinner. If you have a dog with an anemic condition or was diagnosed with Hemangiosarcoma, you should avoid golden paste or other products with turmeric as a main ingredient.
Most of the side effects I've read about were attributed to humans. I include them here because dogs new to golden paste may experience the following:
- tummy upset
- dizziness
- nausea
Additional side effects of golden paste include:
- worsening gallbladder problems
- increased occurrence of bruising
- decreased blood sugar
- infertility
- iron deficiency
In my reading, I found that these side effects aren't common if we stick to the recommended dosage and don't feed turmeric over an extended stretch of time. Like milk thistle and artemisia, taking a break is a good idea, and I tend to do one month on and one month off of these supplements.
** Turmeric May Prevent Cancer in Dogs
Curcumin extracted from turmeric is a renowned natural anti-inflammatory and antioxidant agent. Research studies have shed light on its potential to inhibit free radical cell damage associated with cancer development. These findings underscore the question of whether curcumin is an effective antioxidant with anti-cancer effects.
Curcumin is a highly effective preventative tool, but it can also be utilized to manage the progression of certain diseases through its multifaceted mechanisms of action. Extensive research has demonstrated that curcumin possesses remarkable anticancer properties, effectively inhibiting the growth and proliferation of malignant cells by modulating various cellular signaling pathways. Among its numerous therapeutic benefits, turmeric has also been shown to target tumor cells while leaving healthy cells unharmed selectively.
Using Turmeric as a Dog Supplement
There are several ways to add turmeric to your dog's diet, including DIY golden paste and a couple of commercial products on the market. I avoid giving turmeric supplements formulated for humans because they aren't formulated for dogs.
You can find turmeric powder at natural grocery stores; speak with the lead in the spice manager to learn more about sourcing. And, while you're there, pick up some Ceylon cinnamon. If turmeric powder isn't available, here are a couple of more turmeric products for dogs:
- Green JuJu – Lua's Fermented Golden Paste
- Ayush Pet CoCurcumin with Coq10
- Rx Vitamins CurcuWIN Curcumin for Pets
Dog treats with turmeric are great but don't contain enough to offer the above benefits.
Recipe for Golden Paste for Dogs
I make my golden paste in large batches, storing the excess in the freezer. Once thawed, the golden paste is good in the fridge for two weeks.
- 3 cups of turmeric powder (sourced through our co-op)
- 6 cups of water
- 2 cups of organic coconut oil (or 1 cup of coconut oil and 1 cup of bone broth)
- 3 tablespoons of freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons of Ceylon cinnamon
Step 1: slowly warm the water on the lowest heat while I ground the needed pepper.
Step 2: mix the turmeric powder with the water and stir until it thickens.
Step 3: mix in the coconut oil and bone broth, and, finally, the pepper. I turn off the heat and continue to stir.
Step 4: allow the turmeric paste to cool and transfer it into glass containers to freeze.
Dosage of Golden Paste for Dogs
For dogs new to golden paste, start with small amounts and build up because the paste can cause loose stool if too much is fed to your dog. Turmeric paste leaves a dog's system quickly, so it should be fed with each meal. I started my dogs off with 1/4 teaspoon in each meal and worked up from there to gauge their tolerance.
Ultimately, you want to do 1/4 teaspoon for every 10 pounds of body weight.
- Start by adding 1/4 – 1/2 teaspoon of golden paste to each meal.
- Every 5-7 days, increase the dosage by a small amount.
- You've found your maintenance dosage once you notice pain relief, increased mobility, or decreased tumor size.
Some dogs may begin to smell like cat pee; adding Ceylon cinnamon to golden paste can prevent this smell.
Simple Ways to Add Turmeric to Your Dog's Diet
I add turmeric to the bone broth I make for my dogs. Ten minutes before the bone broth is finished, I add 2 or 3 tablespoons of turmeric to the broth and then let it cool.
For more information on the usages of turmeric and turmeric paste for your dog, please visit the Facebook Turmeric User Group.
Hi Aisha…This post goes over the benefits of coconut oil for dogs: https://keepthetailwagging.com/stop-feeding-your-dog-coconut-oil/
I know tumeric has many amazing benifits for both humans and animals, what im not sure about is the coconut oil. As I understand,usually dogs, as meat eater by their nature, dont diegest vegtable fat. and here its given in quite a big amount, what do you think? do you have any links about coco-oil or any king of oil for dogs? thank you.
Hi Patricia…
I’m not sure if it can be made in a microwave. I stir the golden paste as I’m making it and this isn’t something that can be done in the microwave.
I do not have a stove, can this be made in a microwave?
There are a few already made products available do you recommend any of them?
They have the same ingredients listed here.
This is for a 2 pound chihuahua with breast cancer
No. Sydney didn’t need an operation. 🙂
Oh thats great news. Thank you.Did she need an operation or not? My dog is 4 so full of energy. The vet advised complete rest for 6-8 weeks and it could come right without surgery. But hes such a hooon… goes racing around any chance he gets so Im not taking him for any walks, but its so hot here now & he loves swimming. I feel so mean so i did take him swimming at the river the other day… he was sooo happy. But im not sure if thats doing his leg any favours
Yes, my dog had a partial cruciate tear several years ago that has healed; she still gets 1 tsp of golden paste per meal daily.
Hi there. Wondeting if anyone here has used this golden paste for a cruciate ligament injury? I have a 4yr old staffy lab with a cruciate ligament injury. Have just mixed the paste to try. Much thanks
My Staffie suffers from bad arthritis. Where she will struggle to jump on the sofa, and even over the doorway. I started adding turmeric powder and black pepper to her meals, just a sprinkle. Now she can jump on the sofa and run around like 5 years ago. She will be stiff the following day if she runs too much. I now make golden paste and give her half a teaspoon per day. She’s 18kgs.
Hi Sharon…
This is a personal blog and not a medical one. The best recommendation I can give is to seek the counsel of a holistic veterinarian. Dr. Laurie Coger offers consultations. You can learn more here: http://healthydogworkshop.com/consultations/
I have a 3 year old Rottweiler, she has fluid in her stomach and has had blood tests, xray ultrasound etc. I have tried a hypoallergenic diet and takin away all other foods, she is on water pills to loose the fluid and an anti nausea medication, she vomits a lot and large amounts. Her test results range from food allergy, parasite (which was negative in her stool sample) to cancer. The name of the inflammation they say it could be is Eosinophilic inflammation. Has anyone heard of the symptoms, treatments or cause of this and how much turmeric paste should I give to her? very frustrated upset and at the end of my rope.
Thank you for the quick respond! I’ll be making some tonight as well! Have a great rest of your week!
Thanks for the question. This is a good one. I used to do what you’re doing and couldn’t really see much of a difference. Sometimes I thought it was helping, other times I just didn’t know. When I started making the paste – WOW! – the difference was amazing. So while some dogs may respond to just the ingredients, my dogs really improved once I started adding paste to their meals. It’s super easy to make; in fact, I need to make a few batches tonight.
Hi Kimberly,
I feed my pup fresh food, and I’ve just been adding tumeric powder, black pepper and coconut oil to each meal. I haven’t been making a paste. Do I need to make the paste or is just adding all ingredients and mixing it will do the trick? Thanks for your blog and help!
1 tsp. After heating and removing from stove.
“Pharmaceutical companies would prefer us to carry on usung their unnatural substances.” YES!! Same with Boron. Research the Boron Conspiracy, it will blow you away as well! Companies that profit from ailments aren’t trying to make you well, they just want consistent patients ?
I think the point of these blogs is not to dictate absolutes, but to inspire. We are the free to use our imaginations and build upon those who are working hard to learn and share. Studies are not bulletproof anyway and are very influenced by political and monetary factors. You should listen to the 2ketodudes podcast to get eye-opening insight on that. Again, this is a great blog for inspiration and the author has clearly put a great deal of passion into her work. If a person were to have reservations about coconut oil, it’s not too hard to picture an alternative such as grass fed beef tallow. You can easily render your or buy it off Amazon.
Hi, love this. I had a elderly JRT that had a large patch of skin cancer on his back (he was an all white dog). I used a turmeric paste (covered) on it for a few days, then used Neem Aura (a great product) on it for a day, then switched back to turmeric paste. Then used a triple antibiotic ointment and then back to Neem Aura. When it looked healed over but no hair I cut open fresh aloe leaf and kept smearing that on the area. After several weeks the whole patch was completely healed and as a bonus the hair grew back (which I never thought it would!) The cancer never returned! Natural treatments really do work!
After 3 yrs from your question I hope you did try Tumeric for your dog.
I have a Lhasa Apso who has either neurological problems or phobia. At home he sees things what aren’t there and he looks fast in any direction wether up or down right or left, it’s crazy and my heart breaks all the time he does it.
2 Vets here were only good to take the money and run. No follow up, no further investigation, what a shame.
I am myself a non medicine person, I use nature. I did so many researches. Tried so many different stuff when I finally tried turmeric paste (I had in my freezer all that time!) So I mixed turmeric paste with organic kefir to get it into his mouth easily.
Guess, after only a few minutes he stopped doing his seeing stuff. His anxiety stopped as well. I am so amazed. Now he gets it every morning.
There is one in every crowd. He’s concerned that we all benefit from nature???
I would like to try the coconu oil and turmeric in the micro wave to start rather than make a big batch ! How much would I use ?
I started to see lumps on my 10 y.o shihtzu, will try to do it tommorow with the recommended 1/4 tsp first. Hopefully by reading the comments it will be good for her and the lumps will disappear
Thanks for the Ceylon pronunciation. I’ve been meaning to look it up but I never remember until I’m trying to say it and then I’m not near a computer. LOL
“Ceylon” is not pronounced ‘see-lon’. It’s more correct to say “sa-lon”, as in ‘hair dressing salon’! Just correcting the good doctor. 😉 Likewise, “tumeric” is pronounced “tume-ric”, or as they say in India, “tum-ric”.
Do you add the cinnamon along with the turmeric? How much cinnamon?
Hi Shirley – I’m not a veterinarian and don’t know much about Cushing’s disease. I recommend speaking with a holistic veterinarian experienced in canine nutrition and joining the turmeric users group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
Hi my 11 year old Jack Russell was diagnosed with cushings disease. Will the tumeric paste help for this disease?
I’m not 100% sure, but the folks in this group will be able to help you: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
What I will suggest is to get some CBD oil (https://www.keepthetailwagging.com/cbdoil).
I was watching The Truth About Pet Cancer Series and they talked about the benefits of CBD oil for pets and what it does to cancer (wow!). You can watch it here – it’s Episode 5 and the CBD oil part is towards the middle (or a little after). The entire series is great to watch and it’s going away soon: https://keepthetailwagging.com/the-truth-about-pet-cancer-5-chapter-series/
Hi. I have a 80 lb Labrador that was recently diagnosed with nasal cancer. I read that the golden paste is great to use. A tumor has grown on her nose & after with just a few days of using the paste, it seems like it’s getting smaller! (Not sure if I’m just making myself think that or it really is. ) I started her with the paste before reading that it acts as a blood thinner. What I’m so worried about now is that whenever she sneezes, she gets a bloody nose-some much worse than others. Should we stop giving her the paste?
I thaw it out.
If you make the turmeric paste like stated above and then freeze it..how do you then feed it? Thaw it out? Feed it frozen? Or could you portion it out before you freeze it?
Thanks in advance
250 milligrams is equal to 0.0525 teaspoons.
what is 250 milligrams converted to in teaspoons?? thanks..
is your dog drinking out of ponds or ditches? our cattle dogs were having seizures, and trey Were drinking, swimming etc. in an old pond.Have since fenced off pond, and No more seizures.
Alan – check out Cancer Research UK http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/about-cancer/cancers-in-general/cancer-questions/can-turmeric-prevent-bowel-cancer
They recognise that it may well be able to help certain types of cancer. This is not an “alternative” therapy organisation.
I’ve been using the paste on my 8 yr old boxer for about a year now. He had a nasty looking lump on his belly that I was going to get removed but it disappeared after a few weeks on the paste. After a year on it he’s a new dog. Couldn’t recommend it more highly. He has about a tablespoon a day
When I started making my own paste, I started with two cups of water. Now, I don’t measure anymore, you eventually know what to add for your paste.
Same problem! If you go to the original recipe, you’ll see only one cup of water there, not two.
Sure. If you think it’s a supplement that will benefit your dog. I recommend starting at a small dosage and working your way up.
Very helpful post. I have one question. Is it ok to start giving golden past to my golden retriever who will turn 1 year in April.
hiSuzi. I tried the paste ut not sure long enough or if my dogs lymphoma was too far advanced. we tried for a smile but I have up and had to have my dog on prednisone. sadly he passed away in April of 2016. if ever my dogs were to get I’ll again, I wouldn’t hesitate to try the turmeric paste. it was hard to get him to take it, he wasn’t always a huge fan, but did with some encouragement.
I hope you try this for your beloved pet and it works for you. Good luck!!!!
I have just been to an auyervedic clinic in India. Turmeric is widely used in Indian society for ailments. The reason no studies have been done is Pharmaceutical companies would prefer us to carry on usung their unnatural substances. As there is nothing harmful in golden paste, if it works, then lucky us for not having to used over priced manufactured rubbish full of fillers.
Learnt a lot in India, natural is best if it works for you, if it doesn’t try something else.
My dog was just diagnosed with lymphoma. I have been researching golden paste. Just wondering what your experience was since this post is about a year old. Did it help your pet?
Do a bit more research yourself mate, I’ve found plenty of scientific studies on this subject……
Hello! We’re adopting a 2yo English bulldog who suffers from a bad case of mange due to neglect. She is otherwise healthy. She is taking a cortisone shot weekly, Cephalexin her for secondary skin infection, pyoderma, and Ivermectin. With an already suppressed immune system, our little one needs every bit of help we can give her. I’m starting her on the golden paste tomorrow. I’m reading a lot about it thinning the blood, but the Aussie vet whom discovered the paste says there is really no worry and is less of a “thinner” than the normal meds. (ie. Ibuprofen, aspirin, etc.) Has anyone had any success with this helping to cure mange faster and bring overall better health and comfort to their furbaby?
Hi I have a Clydesdale mare that got a stifle injury. She had trouble getting up . We were getting to where even with the bute pain med we would have to go up and get her up everyday. She had a bad time and the vet had talked about quality of life. I heard about the tumeric and added it to her grain. She LOVES it. Her lips are all yellow when she is finished. She has not had to have help since the day we started her on it That was over three months ago and the weather has gotten colder. She now gets up off the ground better than when we first got her. She looks great and is feeling much better and even gets out and runs in the pasture. I add tumeric, black pepper and olive oil to her grain morning and night. I still add a small amount of bute. It is amazing how well this works
Dosage 1/4 tsp. per 10 lbs. Check out web link Info.:
http://healthywildandfree.com/miracle-turmeric-paste-recipe-is-anti-inflammatory-blood-purifier-and-a-cancer-prevention-remedy-for-humans-pets/
I have a beagle that was used in medical research and as a result has had some really crazy illnesses. She’s had cancer, she was in liver failure and she’s had numerous strange infections and things that just come out of no where. I sought out a holistic veterinarian after her traditional veterinarian was just pumping her full of meds that were only making her sicker. Turmeric was one of the first things she recommended due to her being a cancer survivor. She still had some small tumors and due to her age and the fact that her liver was still healing she couldn’t be put under to have them removed. I started doing my research on turmeric and found the same article in Dogs Naturally about golden paste. From the moment I started giving it to her, her health changed. The tumors started to shrink and her liver completely healed. She has not had a single infection in the last 8 months and at the age of 12 years old, she acts like a puppy due to all the anti inflammatory properties. I am personally a believer in the power of turmeric.
FYI, my dog was having what appeared to be a small siezure and also peeing herself – but it turns out it is a nerve problem – possibly a pinched nerve. If your dog has hip problems this could possibly lead to pressure on the nerves as well? Just food for thought….
Hi Shannon
The best resource I’ve found for individual questions is the Turmeric Users Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
Anyone have experience using Tumeric for LarPar in dogs?
Fabulous! That’s great to hear, because there is sometimes confusion about how much to use. I add it to my bone broth now, 10 minutes before it’s finished cooking.
I made the Turmeric Golden paste using one cup of water. It turned out well
That’s fantastic! I just finished making a batch of bone broth and added turmeric at the end. I’m excited to see the change. I use the bone broth to make a veggie mix for my dogs: https://keepthetailwagging.com/adding-more-fresh-vegetables-to-my-dogs-diet/
my boston terrier had a seizure , I put her on turmeric right away .Has never had one before and since on turmeric never had any more and it shrunk one of her tumors.Love it!!!!
Australian veterinarian Dr.Doug English. Research him and see what you find ?
Hi Michael
I’d recommend that you join the Turmeric User Group. This is a blog, so I’m the only one who gets emails when someone leaves a comment. In the Facebook group, more people are on hand to answer questions.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
Hi All: 9 year old Golden R. Developed dark patch spots on his back (non-symmetrical) with scaling and slight loss of hair. Thyroid test was normal – all of this last June. 6 months later skin is dry, hair is brittle, falling out, nose is ulcered and discolored, skin is not healing where he’s endured cuts (like one on his foot pad). No itching or biting at all. Normal behavior – he’s very happy and seemingly heathy. I suspect autoimmune, Vet wants to do tests and steroids. I’m not doing the steroids as I know the damage of side effects. A week ago I’ve started Theracumin (highly bioavailable curcumin capsule.) I have no way of knowing how much to give him as its not granular (less bioavailable) like the regular kitchen spice kind. Anyone else use the curcumin products that are made to be highly available? It’s much more expensive, but it’s 95% more potent than the kitchen kind. They say you don’t need to mix it with anything. I’m giving my 100lbs dog 600mg/day. I have also started giving him wild caught salmon and wild caught sardines mixed with the curcumin (I pour out the curcumin powder out of the capsules because I don’t know if a dog can digest the capsules thus making the powder curcumin useless as it might pass through his GI track. I also put him on high quality canine probiotics. He’s has several lumber under-skin lumps (has had most of them for more than 4 years with slow growth. I’m hoping these will shrink in this process. Any thoughts are welcome and appreciated. Thanks.
I’m sorry to learn about your dog. I wish you both the best during this trying time.
Hi, my vet has found a mass in my dogs (greyhound) lower abdomen, could be on prostate. He has suggested a hormone treatment for a week, which we currently started yesterday. If this doesn’t work, then we will have to discuss “options” which involve operating and a biopsy to see what we are dealing with. We however do not want to put him through this, as he is already quite weak and is 11. After the hormone treatment I am going to start him on the golden paste, see if he will take to it. I know it has more than likely to of gone too far, but worth a shot right?
No, I was waiting for it to thicken like the recipe said but it never did. I will check out the link u out included as well, thank you
Have you added the coconut oil? Cooking it on low heat while stirring thickens it up for me. For more specific questions, definitely check out the Turmeric Users Group on FB: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
I am wanting to try my dog on the turmeric paste but the 2 cups of water and 1/2 cup of turmeric mixed is not making a paste. Is it safe to add powder until it becomes paste?
Amazing video, Dan! Thanks!
Rita, the vet didn’t want to aspirate Ivy’s tumor because he said it would get bigger like it did for your dog. I would do the turmeric and coconut oil on your dog, but I also would apply coconut oil to the big lump as well. You can buy coconut oil in a jar at Walmart in the baking aisle. Good luck with making that lump smaller. I know it will work, but you might have to wait a few months.
When I started using the turmeric and coconut oil, nothing was written about using it for dogs. I used the turmeric for myself because it’s a tumor fighter. SO I decided to use it for my older dog, who now is 15 and 2 months old. I was giving her 1 turmeric capsule in the morning along with a coconut oil capsule and then again with her evening meal. It took awhile for it to be noticeable for me, but it worked. Her fatty tumor was the size of a tennis ball, and now it is smaller than a ping pong ball, and seems to get smaller all the time even tho I am not treating it anymore. It took several months before I realized it worked. I never heard of the ‘golden paste’. I also had no idea as to the dose to use, but it worked.
Rita look up using it topically.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G7aTYDwLBuw
Hi Rita
I’m so sorry to learn about your dog. Please go to the Turmeric User Group on Facebook. They have a wealth of information. I’m currently using turmeric as a preventative, many people in the group have a lot of experience and will be able to advise you on dosage, usage, and making the paste.
Here’s the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
I am just curious what the dosage is my dog has a huge tumor and it was aspirated and now it is so big they don’t want to remove it it’s about the size of a football I am looking for any help I can to try and reduce this he has several others that are smaller. I’ve just started to learn about the Tumerick but I have not given him anything yet.
I hope you have some great success. If you haven’t done so already, join the Turmeric User Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/415313751866609/
I’ve found it to be very informative.
My sweet boxer who is 8 had Lymphoma. My vet called me the other day to tell me about Turmeric Golden Paste and to try it out on my dog and see what happens. She was telling me about an Dobermin who was taking the paste for his lymphoma and it “cured” that dog….. So becuase I am not ready to let go and start my boy on any Steroids, I made the paste last night and have started him on 1/2 tsp twice a day… I am curious to see if this does in fact work, how long it will take to notice any “shrinkage of the tumors”… if all else, I know that my dog will be giving some added great benefits into his diet and maybe help prolong his sweet life.
I now add it to our dogs’ food two to three times a week. I’ve heard so many great benefits from other dog owners that I purchased a pound of the powder through our co-op. I add pepper and add it to our dogs’ food. I was worried that they wouldn’t like it, but they eat it up just fine when it’s mixed in their meal.
Good luck with your dog. I hope you have amazing results and slow the progress of the Hip-D.
At an Aisian market I saw a couple with huge bags of fresh turmeric and not knowing what this stuff was I asked. They work up north , stock up and freeze it for their own consumption. They peel it it , and use it in their smoothies or chop finely and add it to soups and stews. I do not know if they use a whole root at a time.
If it is good for humans this way might I make a paste from the real thing and give it to my Airedale twice a week also as a prevention? He is five with minor hip D yet shows no sign of discomfort as yet. Runs like the wind.
I have lower back disc issues and will try these methods myself.
Actiflex has high amounts of glucosamine, chondritin, MSM, etc and it was originally formulated for horses but I give it to my dog and he is doing great!
Kimberly, I bet your dog is getting some benefit from the turmeric and pepper, but I now wonder if I had made the paste would it have shrunk my Ivy’s tumor quicker. Either way I am happy, no more big lump, but it did take a long time.
Thank You so much for sharing your experience, Betty. I’ve always wondered if I HAD to make the paste. I add pepper, but I don’t make the paste – I’m glad that my dogs are getting some benefit based on what you’ve shared about your dog. Thank you.
I had heard that turmeric was a tumor fighter. I have been taking it in capsule form for years now. Then my oldest Golden had a lump the size of a tennis ball on her back. My Vet said it was just a fatty tumor and if he aspirated it, it could grow larger. So we left it alone but it always bothered me to see it on her. I started giving her one turmeric capsule and one coconut oil capsule morning and night. It took months, but it did shrink that tumor to a little smaller than the size of a ping pong ball. This is without the pepper or making paste. I am thrilled. My girl will be 15 on Nov. 15th, and she is a Golden Retriever.
yes, I have used the horse version of ActiFlex4000 high levels of joint supplements and less required for dog, I’ve been using for over 5 years now with older dog at time of death 1 month shy of 13 (Bernese Mountain Dog) my boy had a Moderate HD hip only limped last few years once or twice when arthritis started flaring up
Here’s a link to a dosage chart over on Facebook, Joanne: https://www.facebook.com/PlanetPawsPetEssentials/photos/pb.112437898831101.-2207520000.1441425566./857171347691082/?type=3&theater
I have been reading a lot about turmeric for dogs. However, I cannot find any specific dosage. I have a 17 pound Mini Schnauzer but no idea how much to give her. Can you help on this? Thanks!
I have an 11 year old German Shepherd with arthritis in his spine and down one leg. I read about Acti-flex and have been using it for about a year now. It is great stuff, high doses of glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, perna mussel. and hyaluronic acid. Definitely suggest using it.
I do not have experience with Acti-flex 4000. I recently started our dogs on a product called Nupro Joint Support & Immunity, because I’ve read about 100 amazing testimonials: http://amzn.to/1NzHCFk
Our new to us 4.5 year old Airedale has slight hip displaisia
In a rear hip. We knew this from his up front former owner. So kudos to her!
It was suggested to give him glucosamine daily but I have recently been told of Acti-flex 4000 (sp) by a dog owner who uses it for his dog. He also says he uses the one sold for horses and gives one tsp per meal.
Do you have any suggestions or knowlege of the benefits of this and if it is a good med.
Truly like your info and forums
Thank you
Jann S
I’m so sorry, Stephanie. I’ll be interested to hear how your dog does with the turmeric. Will you please send me an email in a few weeks with an update? Are you using powder or paste? Are you adding it to your dogs’ food or giving the turmeric to your dog separately? I have a friend who mixes up the paste, puts it into ice cube trades then gives it to her dog that way.
Thanks for tolerating my questions. There’s still so much to learn.
My dog has been diagnosed with red blood cell tumor. He is eight years old. Currently he is on large doses of steroids, however, my vet advised me to try the treatment as turmeric is very good for dogs. I am starting the treatment today and I will see how it goes. He goes for blood tests every two weeks to monitor his red blood cell count. If the alternative works I’ll be very happy as the continual use of steroids has horrific side effects which I am seeing already. Excessive urination, thirst, uncontrollable hunger and the worst is the weight loss.
Thank you very much
I have read that turmeric is good for epilepsy, but I’m not sure if this is the same as seizures. I’d recommend reaching out to a holistic veterinarian for a supplement protocol for your Labrador. They’ll not only be able to tell you how much to give, but they will be able to keep in mind all of your dog’s health concerns.
I believe my dog is having seizures I’ve seen her face twitching and her arms twitching but I never actually saw her have a seizure I come home and she is totally wet and peed herself and there will be a puddle my veterinarian will not put her on phenobarbital until I actually see her having a seizure I hear this is good anti seizure prevention she also has hip dysplasia can anyone tell me how much to give to a 60 pound Labrador for seizures and if it really helps
This is why I think it’s important for people to do their own research and their own homework. On my blog, I don’t tell others to add things to their dogs diet, instead, I’m exploring things that I’m learning and what I’m adding to my dog’s diet. There are also no peer-reviewed scientific studies of the benefits of raw feeding, however, I have 4 dogs that are in amazing health due to this diet. What concerns me is when people blindly add things to their dogs diet without taking the time to educate themselves. Many people have had success with turmeric and coconut oil with their dogs, but there are also risks of adding these natural ingredients to a dog’s diet that people should understand as well.
I’ve covered those in this blog too.
I get a bit concerned when I read blog after blog promoting the benefits of tumeric and coconut oil for pets. There isn’t a single peer-reviewed scientific study evaluating the benefits of tumeric for humans, let alone pets. This so-called remedy is only found in alternative (i.e. non-scientific) press and blogs.
Thanks for the tip, Karen – yep, experienced the cat pee smell, just a small whiff. They’re doing turmeric this week so I’ll pay attention and if it returns, I’ll use your cinnamon tip. I appreciate it 🙂
I have just recently made my first batch of the Golden Paste. My dog is doing ok with it mixed in her food. She doesn’t love it. I have read that sometimes it can give your dog a “cat pee” smell. Not sure how that happens, but they recommend adding a certain type of cinnamon (ceylon) to take the smell away…….just fyi