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Learning About Glucosamine in Hopes of More Beer

7/19/2013

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Typist: Brychwyn
I like beer. I know. I know. I am not supposed to. I get told that all the time* but that doesn't stop me from sniffing Bethany or Jason's beer and staring at them with my mesmerizing blue eyes. All of my beer begging finally paid off because last week I got my very own frosty bowl of Dawg Grog from Boneyard Brewing in Bend, Oregon, Cascadia. Besides being cold and delicious (and alcohol and hops free) Dawg Grog has glucosamine in it which I have learned is very healthy even for a young, fit dog like me. I think I should get to have it all the time! So, I did some research on glucosamine supplements for fit dogs in order to convince Bethany and Jason that pouring me a frosty cold beer each day is in my best interest. I will share with you what I learned... and then we can share a beer.
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My first sniff of Dawg Grog
A vet recently told Wilhelm, Huxley and I that active young dogs like us would benefit from taking some kind of glucosamine supplement. Wilhelm remembers that his big brother, Tynan, took glucosamine everyday when he was a silver muzzled senior but does our young fit dog trio really need glucosamine? Yes! I found out glucosamine is important for active dogs of all ages and can even prevent (but not repair) joint damage. I learned that there is already glucosamine in my body; it is in my cartilage between my joints. Bethany thought glucosamine was only for older dogs because as dogs age they produce less glucosamine and supplementing it helps keep the cartilage lubricated and springy. But I learned that fit dogs benefit greatly from glucosamine too. Being an active, fit dog can be pretty tough on our joints so we can use a glucosamine boost to keep our joints from compressing prematurely or even at all!

Since glucosamine is a naturally occurring substance, there are very few, if any, side effects to worry about. Dogs with blood clotting problems and diabetes should not take glucosamine and dogs with allergies should work closely with their veterinarian to find a glucosamine source that does not aggravate their condition. Basically, when shopping for fit dog glucosamine supplements just be sure that you are indeed getting a sufficient amount of actual glucosamine in your product (though these label analysis are not regulated) and make sure that your fit dog is getting a correct dosage. Glucosamine dosages are usually based on dogs weight but age and activity levels can factor in so ask your vet what dosage they recommend for your fit dog. Also, there are two different kinds of glucosamine available, glucosamine sulfate and glucosamine HCL. The difference is in the way that the glucosamine itself is suspended for consumer consumption but there is also a possibility these two kinds of glucosamine are absorbed and used differently by a fit dogs body. There a lot of articles with pros and cons of both kinds and one even said to just use both kinds. This part of my research was a little exhausting and frustrating so I quit and took a nap.
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An exhausted but educated fit dog
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A variety of glucosamine supplement products containing glucosamine HCL
There are a lot of glucosamine supplements and treats on the market. No matter what route you take in giving glucosamine to your dog, it is a pretty expensive supplement but very worth it. So shop around, find what works for your budget and what your fit dog likes. Which brings me to the point of all of my research because what this corgi likes is beer.

While obviously all of my mesmerizing blue eyed beer begging paid off, my research did not. Since Dawg Grog does not have analysis of the type of glucosamine that's in it or how much glucosamine is in it, it will not suffice as an actual glucosamine supplement. It is still tasty and very refreshing on a hot day. Too bad we don't have many hot days here in Cascadia, though. I guess my next research project will be on the benefits of moving to the equator. Shouldn't such an adorable, studious corgi get a beer?
*Two major ingredients in beer, alcohol and hops, are toxic to dogs and ingestion can be fatal. If your dog ingests any alcoholic beverage, beer or otherwise, seek veterinary care immediately. 
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It's called Dawg Grog, Amelia. Dawg.
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Dawg Grog from Boneyard Brewing in Bend, Oregon is a fun way for a fit dog to cool off and get a little glucosamine but there is no analysis provided of the type of glucosamine or the amount of glucosamine so it is not an actual supplement. Darn!
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Ingredients: Brewers Malted Barley Liquid, Water, Glucosamine, Low Sodium Vegetable Broth, Potassium Sorbate for Preservative
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Doggy Servings: 4oz for small dogs, 8 oz for medium dogs and 16oz for large dogs. One Dawg Grog bottle is 16oz.
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The bartender pours my serving of Dawg Grog
Please click the titles for more great reading about the benefits of glucosamine for fit dogs from
The Whole Dog Journal, Dogs Naturally and Pet MD.
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Mmm... Dawg Grog...
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Wilhelm likes it too
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He licks the bowl clean
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Then hits up the bottle
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Huxley sniffs the Dawg Grog
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Huxley wasn't interested in the grog at first... Wilhelm still wanted more.
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Fit dogs sharing a cold beer.
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Always consult a veterinarian about the nature of your dogs specific dietary needs and before changing or supplementing your dogs diet. Remember to count the calories of dog treats given, vitamin supplemented or not, in your dogs total intake and calorie burn calculations to keep your dog healthy, slim and fit.
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8 Comments
GizmoGeodog link
7/19/2013 05:11:25 am

Now I'm wishing my vitamins came in beer :) Love your photos today

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Taryn link
7/19/2013 05:43:44 am

Since I ask my boys to do agility, I've given a glucosamine supplement from a young age. I also hope it helps support their spines since that is a definite weak spot in Cardis (and Doxies!).

We'll drink a cold one in your honor!

Oh, and, Brychwyn, be happy you don't have many hot days. They stink and interfere with lots of fun stuff! At this very moment it is 98.4 in the shade with super high humidity. Gah!

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SUGAR: Golden Woofs link
7/19/2013 06:27:31 am

Oh My! will definitely check this out. Mom said she loves the bottle design too. ENJOY! Lots of Golden Woofs, Sugar

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SlimDoggy link
7/19/2013 06:43:17 am

The most interesting dog in the world! "I don't often drink beer, but when I do I drink Dawg Grog.

Great post. Now have a few beers and do the Labby Limbo!

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Finn link
7/19/2013 09:04:57 am

OMD we want some! That's pretty neat. Chock full of info too that we didn't really know about either. Have a great weekend guys!

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Jessica @YouDidWhatWithYourWeiner link
7/19/2013 01:00:51 pm

I didn't know Dawg Grog contained glucosamine. We use the Liquid Health suppliment. Ours is the K9 something 5000. I started giving it to Chester because he is senior but now give it to Gretel as a preventative. Dachshunds have fragile backs so it's especially good for them their whole lived to keep the spine lubricated.

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Molly The Wally link
7/19/2013 05:55:01 pm

Wow we could do with some dwag grog. Enjoy. Have a super Saturday.
Best wishes Molly

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Jan K link
7/20/2013 06:29:16 am

Safe beer for dogs - who knew? I love the last photo. I certainly only ever thought that glucosamine was for older dogs. I recently read something saying these supplements didn't live up to all the hype....but we've had one of our cats on it, and her limp has gone away and she can jump again, so it certainly seems to work to me!

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