A product called DGP (Dog-Gone Pain) has been getting remarkable results. Dr. C.D. (Kim) McKellar of Melbourne, Australia, a veterinarian who consults for a large multi-center practice and has pioneered several surgical, diagnostic, and treatment techniques, has been conducting trials on the product for the past two years. Dr. McKellar is considered one of the top vets in Australia, particularly for thoroughbred and performance animals.
Unlike cats, dogs seem to be particularly prone to joint problems. Hip dysplasia, arthritis, inflammation, and spondylosis are some of the more common canine joint problems. Drugs are short term fixes, because long term use leads to side effects and most natural products don't work fast or completely enough. DGP contains a variety of herbs, native Australian plant extracts, and an organically processed form of shark cartilage. In addition to anti-inflammatory components, it contains enzymes and raw materials necessary for the repair and growth of cartilage and connective tissue.
Racing and other working dogs often develop joint problems earlier in life than dogs kept simply as pets, and any improvement in their condition is easy to demonstrate. In the DGP tests in Australia, racing greyhounds were able to race and function longer than normal. They experienced far fewer fractures than usual, and any fractures that occurred healed more rapidly. Older, retired racing dogs were often able to return to the track, or at least carry on a normal life after racing. "Cow dogs" previously deemed crippled were able to resume their work activities without any obvious signs of pain, inflammation, or joint discomfort. The same held true for specialty dogs such as those trained for police and military duties. A great deal of money is spent selecting and training these animals, which makes DGP invaluable in instances like these.
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