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My senior cat has arthritis. What natural pain relief is safe?

Updated on September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Cat | British Shorthair | Female | spayed | 17 years and 9 months old

hey, I think that my cat may be suffering from arthritis :( she is 17 years old (18 in July), and she moves very slowly and twitches her paws/loses her balance quite often. I was wondering if there are any natural pain relief medication I could give to her, while we wait for a vet appointment? Many thanks, Sarah

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Answered By Tomasz Wnuk

Veterinarian

Published on April 22nd, 2020

You should get glucosamine and SAMe tablets - they are natural supplements with scientific proof that they do something good for the joints. You should be able to get these products over-the-counter at pet shops or at the vets.

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Answered By Daniel Fonza, DVM
Veterinarian
Published on October 14th, 2017
I typically recommend the following:
1. Welactin omega 3 fish oil for cats
2. Cosequin for cats
3. Duralactin paste
4. Dasuquin for cats

Any of these will be great supplements to use. You can use the Welactin and Duralactin together along with either Dasuqin or Cosequin (not both). I hope this helps! If Stella is in a lot of pain from arthritis, she may need more than supplementation and more along the lines of pain medication to reduce inflammation and pain. Please let me know if you have any other questions or concerns. I am also available via consultation if needed.
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