First of all, yes, I do work for VetCS, and you might think this review of our Canine Joint Chewables could be biased. However, for this article, I'm setting aside my VetCS hat to write from one dog owner to another. Like you, I deeply love my dog and hope that sharing this story can help your pup if he or she is dealing with joint pain or arthritis.
My stubborn yet sweet Olde English Bulldog, Lola, is generally a couch potato but loves going on short hikes in the sunshine. Last January, after eight years of adventures exploring trails in Southwest Colorado, I noticed she began to limp and was having a hard time getting up and walking. I took her to my veterinarian and to my dismay found out Lola needed TPLO surgery. TPLO surgery is somewhat analogous to ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) surgery in humans. I won’t delve into the detailed differences, but it’s a significant surgery for dogs with a lengthy recovery time. Additionally, the X-rays revealed signs of osteoarthritis in Lola, which made sense as I had previously noticed joint issues even before the diagnosis.
Delving slightly into my emotions here, if your dog has had surgery, then you know how hard it is for both your dog and you. Leaving them at the clinic on the day of the surgery and caring for them during the recovery can be emotionally taxing and pull at your heartstrings. Lola did a commendable job recovering from the surgery, and in just over a month, she was able to start going on short walks and easy hikes with me again. During a follow-up visit, my personal veterinarian and Dr. Luedke (founder and CEO of VetCS) both recommended a high-quality joint supplement to aid Lola’s continued recovery and manage her osteoarthritis.
In all transparency, I hadn’t even considered our Canine Joint Chewables initially. Dr. Chelsea and Trish had sent me the product a few weeks prior to take photos for our website. During a meeting, as we were discussing Lola and her ongoing joint health struggles, Chelsea and Trish gave me that look—the one that says, “are you serious right now?” It hit me like a ton of bricks. “Riley, you work at VetCS—why haven’t you thought of giving Lola our Joint Chewables?” I had to laugh at myself; it was so obvious, yet here I was, completely overlooking the solution sitting right under my nose.
Our Joint Chewables are packed with 10mg of CBD each and powerful aids like collagen, glucosamine, and MSM (full ingredients can be found here). Believe it or not, but after just two weeks of consistent use, Lola was like a new dog. Her mobility improved substantially, and many of the issues I had noticed even before the surgery were alleviated. She now even tries to jump into my truck like she did when she was younger (which, of course, is not allowed). Now it seems I might need some joint chewables myself from lifting her! But, truly, her quality of life has vastly improved.
As you can tell, Lola’s story is not just a testament to her spirit but also to the effectiveness of VetCS Canine Joint Chewables. From one pet owner to another, I can confidently say that this product isn’t just another item on the shelf—it’s a game-changer for improving our furry friends' health and happiness. If your dog suffers from joint pain or arthritis, I sincerely recommend trying our chewables. Witness for yourself the change it can bring into your pet’s life. Here’s to happier, healthier pets!
