Chondroitin should only be administered to Scottish Fold cats when they start showing symptoms of the disease. It's unnecessary to give it before the onset of symptoms, as it doesn't provide preventative benefits and may even cause adverse effects.
It's recommended to give chondroitin to Scottish Fold cats during the symptomatic phase of the disease. Chondroitin can help alleviate pain symptoms because it has analgesic and lubricating properties. Therefore, it’s not needed when your cat is asymptomatic, as it won't prevent the disease and may even harm their bones.
Scottish Fold cats should not take chondroitin before they develop symptoms. Chondroitin is used for pain relief and lubrication, helping symptomatic Scottish Folds reduce discomfort. However, it has no preventative effects and can be detrimental to their bone health if given unnecessarily. Before administering chondroitin to a Scottish Fold, it's essential to take them to the vet for an X-ray to confirm bone changes. A vet can then determine if chondroitin is appropriate. This medication doesn't prevent or cure the condition; it only aids in relieving symptoms. Therefore, it shouldn't be given haphazardly and only under veterinary guidance.