Nutramax Cosequin for Dogs Joint Health Supplement, Contains Glucosamine for Dogs, Plus Chondroitin, Supports Healthy Joints, Chewable Tablets, 132 Count Review

4.8 (1,200) Amazon rating$39.991,000+ bought last month

Our verdict

This is Nutramax's classic glucosamine and chondroitin combination in a beef flavored chewable, 132 to a bottle, and it holds the highest rating on this list at 4.8 stars.

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Best for

Owners who want the original two ingredient Cosequin formula, glucosamine plus chondroitin, in a beef flavored chew dogs tend to take without a fuss.

Skip if

You are looking for MSM in the formula, since this version sticks to glucosamine and chondroitin alone.

  • Form Tablet
  • Flavor Beef
  • Benefits Joint Health
  • Best for Hip, Joints
  • Weight 0.5 Pounds
  • Priced 22% above the category median ($32.91 across 92 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.8/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.8/5

    4.8 average across 1,200 owner ratings

  • Popularity2.1/5

    1,200 owner reviews, fewer than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog food and health supplements we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

This Cosequin combines glucosamine and chondroitin, the two ingredients the brand built its reputation on, in a beef flavored chewable tablet sold 132 to a bottle. Nutramax positions it for all breeds and sizes as a daily joint health supplement.

Unlike the DS Plus MSM line, this version does not include added MSM, so it reads as the more traditional two ingredient formula. The beef flavoring is meant to make it easier to get a dog to take a joint chew consistently, rather than fighting over a plain tablet.

At 39.99 dollars for 132 chewables, it carries a 4.8 star average across roughly 1,200 ratings, the strongest rating of any product covered in this roundup, with about 1,000 units bought in the past month.

Pros

  • 4.8 star average is the highest rating among the Cosequin lineup covered here
  • Beef flavor chewable tablet that many dogs take like a treat
  • Glucosamine plus chondroitin combination without extra additives
  • 132 count bottle offers a longer supply than the 75 or 84 count options

Cons

  • No MSM, so owners wanting that added ingredient will need Nutramax's DS Plus MSM line instead
  • No specific milligram breakdown published for this listing
  • Review count is smaller than some of Nutramax's other best sellers, so the track record is a bit thinner

Specifications

Form
Tablet
Flavor
Beef
Benefits
Joint Health
Best for
Hip, Joints
Weight
0.5 Pounds

Performance notes

This version of Cosequin combines glucosamine hydrochloride and chondroitin sulfate in a beef flavored chewable tablet, without the added MSM found in Nutramax's DS Plus MSM chews. It is sold in a 132 count bottle, and the beef flavoring is meant to make daily dosing easier for dogs that turn up their nose at plain tablets.

What buyers say

A 4.8 star average across roughly 1,200 ratings is the strongest rating of any product in this roundup, even though its review count and monthly purchase volume are smaller than higher volume Nutramax chews like Dasuquin or the DS Plus MSM line.

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Frequently asked questions

Does this contain MSM?

No, this version is built around glucosamine and chondroitin only. If you want MSM added in, Nutramax sells a DS Plus MSM version separately.

What flavor is it?

It's a beef flavored chewable tablet, which tends to make daily dosing easier for dogs that resist plain pills.

How does the rating compare to other Cosequin products?

At 4.8 stars, it edges out most of the other Nutramax joint chews covered here, though with a smaller review count than some of the brand's higher volume sellers.

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