By enerpetic.com

It’s heartbreaking to watch your dog lose their playful nature as they age and start to feel the pain of arthritis. Although you may think this is the normal course of aging for both humans and canines, it doesn’t have to be. According to “The Magnesium Miracle” by Dr. Dean, a magnesium imbalance can cause arthritis and a number of other health conditions. 

How Does This Imbalance Cause Arthritis?
Without the right level of magnesium, unabsorbed calcium can build up in your dog’s body causing arthritis. To see exactly how magnesium affects calcium absorption, drop a crushed calcium tablet in an ounce of water and pay attention to how much of the powder dissolves. Next, drop a crushed magnesium tablet in the same water. Suddenly, everything dissolves. 

​This is very similar to what happens in your dog’s body when you give him a calcium supplement. Not only will he not receive the full benefits of the extra supplementation, but the unabsorbed pieces can become lodged throughout the body. When this happens, deposits in the bones and joints don’t really cause true arthritis, but your pet will feel as much pain as if they had actually developed this painful condition.

Their Hearts Were in the Right Place
Over the years, healthcare professionals of all types have promoted the benefits of calcium without understanding the full implications of overuse. Although they had the best intentions, over-supplementation with calcium that doesn’t dissolve well on its own has cause more health problems than it has solved. 

As research progresses, the world is discovering the important role that magnesium plays in proper nutrition. Anyone interested in living a longer, more active life or enhancing the life of their pet should pay close attention to the benefits of magnesium. If you would like to add a magnesium supplement to your dog’s diet or your own, always choose magnesium chloride. This form is the most effective and most absorbable type of this essential mineral.

How Do I Know if My Pet is Suffering from the Pain of Arthritis?
Although the change may be gradual, most pet owners notice that their once energetic companion is not their normal playful self. It may take them longer to get up, they may sleep more and they may seem tired much of the time. Here are some more symptoms to look for:

• Favors a limb
• Difficult to sit or stand
• Hesitates before jumping, standing or climbing the stairs
• Weight gain
• Mood changes
• Less alert

If your dog shows any of these signs for two weeks or more, call your vet for an appointment. To evaluate your pet’s condition, the vet will examine him and may take a few X-rays before giving a diagnosis and providing you with a treatment plan. Early detection and treatment is the best way to manage this progressive disease.
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At this time, there are no prescription medications available to reduce troublesome calcium deposits, but magnesium chloride and sodium thiosulfate can help. Consider adding a premium magnesium supplement to your dog’s diet to prevent or manage the pain of arthritis.

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​Magnesium Citrate (for oxalate stones, can have laxative effect)
Magnesium Taurate (for low stomach acid, calming, heart, can make blood sugar fluctuate, no laxative effect)
Magnesium Glycinate (no laxative effect, high absorption, for muscle pain, calming). Powder form here.
Magnesium Malate (for achy joints and/or muscles, fatigue, heart, can cause stomach upset, no laxative effect) 
Magnesium Orotate (for heart failure, high absorbing magnesium) 
Magnesium L-Threonate (for brain, absorbs well, calming) 
Magnesium Chloride (for cellular detoxification and tissue purification, sluggish metabolism )
Magnesium Lactate (for moderate absorption, avoid with kidney issues restoring red blood cell levels of magnesium )
Magnesium Carbonate (for indigestion and acid reflux, can have laxative effect)

**Magnesium Stearate, Magnesium Gluconate, Magnesium Glutamate, Magnesium Aspartate, Magnesium sulfate (also called Epsom salts), and Magnesium Oxide should be avoided.

Approximate Dosage:

Small dogs: 10mg - 20mg 
Medium dogs: 20mg - 50mg 
Large dogs: 50mg - 100mg 
Giant dogs: 100mg - 150mg 

​Or when using powder 1/4 teaspoon up to 1/2 teaspoon depending on size of dog.

You may also purchase the capsules and open them and sprinkle into foods. Then you have a measured dose that way. Adjust dosage accordingly to dogs weight per mg.

Manganese
Manganese can be found here as well. If your dog doesn't take caps, open capsule and add into foods. Not needed if you are giving the Humic/Fulvic acid and greens powder and feeding a RAW diet.

Keep doses small. 

Approximate daily dose (can do every other day):
1 mg: small dog
2-3 mg: medium dog
4-5mg: large dog

​Magnesium is an essential component used for proper enzyme function and heart rate and healthy bones, muscles and nervous system. Magnesium also helps rid the body of lead and other heavy metals. Magnesium deficiency symptoms irregular heart rates, high blood pressure, seizures, bone pain, nervousness, irritability, depression and muscle spasms. Inappropriately high levels of magnesium can interfere with your dog’s ability to absorb calcium.

​~ Canine Arthritis And Joint