joints

It’s excruciating to see your German Shepherd in pain. When you take a pet into your home you promise to love and care for it the best you can for as long as you can, but arthritis and joint pain can strike at any time and leave you feeling helpless. Prescription NSAID pain relievers certainly have their place, but they can be tough on your German Shepherd’s liver and steroids come with a host of side effects. Luckily there are natural steps you … Read more

Is your dog beginning to have trouble with everyday activities like rising after sleeping, climbing stairs, and hopping in and out of the car? Pain caused by the degeneration of joint tissue is very common in aging dogs. Sadly, in some larger breeds joint destress can begin at a very young age. While pharmaceutical drugs can offer relief, they also carry the risk of serious side effects leading many vets and pet parents to seek out natural supplements like Glucosamine, … Read more

As your dog ages, you may notice he’s becoming stiff and slow – the same way people do as they get older. You’ll notice several changes as your puppy becomes an old fella, and you’ll want to respond to the changes the best way you can. In recent years, people have been turning back to nature to find relief from their own ailments, including joint issues as they age. The same can work for finding joint supplements for dogs. The … Read more

There’s nothing quite like the greeting of a dog after a long, hard day. There’s something about that wagging tail and wiggly butt that just melts away the stress! However, as our dogs age many of us have noticed an alarming change: they no longer get up and rush to greet us at the door. It’s not that they don’t want to. The reality is they might be suffering from a common condition that prevents many pups from behaving like … Read more

From stronger joints to better gut health, there’s a long list of reasons why pet parents are feeding their dogs bone broth.  The downside of feeding your dog healthy, homemade bone broth is that dedicated dog owners don’t always have hours on hand to prepare this healthful elixir. Making bone broth is a labor of love, but sometimes, it’s okay if that labor doesn’t take up so much of your time. That’s where bone broth powder comes in. This powdery … Read more

Is your dog beginning to struggle with everyday activities like rising after sleeping, climbing stairs, and hopping in and out of the car? Pain caused by the degeneration of joint tissue is very common in aging dogs. For many pups, especially larger breeds, this degeneration can begin as early as 3 years old. While pharmaceutical drugs offer relief, they also carry the risk of serious side effects leading many vets and pet parents to seek out natural supplements like Glucosamine, … Read more

Watching our best friends age can be bittersweet. An older dog will have lots more time to snuggle up on the couch with you. But along with his calmer personality comes other changes. You might notice your dog limping, or having issues standing and moving. Especially after he wakes up in the morning. Joint pain and stiffness is common in older dogs, but there’s no reason to feel powerless when you see your dog in pain. First and foremost – see … Read more

#1: For Maximum Efficacy, Choose a Supplement for Your Dog with Multiple Active Ingredients When most people think of a joint supplement for their dog, glucosamine comes to mind. And while glucosamine is the most popular active ingredient, other powerful nutraceuticals include MSM, chondroitin, and turmeric (curcumin). If your supplement contains only one or two of these, you may be missing potential benefits. Different dogs respond to different treatments, so when in doubt, offer a broad spectrum of nutrients. #2: Always Check … Read more