Previous Questions
Rebecca Clayton
Q: What is the dosage of the new pea
A: Hi Rebecca, for cats it's half a capsule daily. For dogs up to 10kg it's half twice daily, for dogs up to 25kg it's one twice daily and for dogs 26kg and upwards it's 2 capsules twice daily. For horses it's 3 twice daily.
Julie Houston
Q: Hi
Alison Wanstall has been helping me & she emailed you regarding my 3 year old Westie with ongoing seasonal itchy skin problems. Your advice was that you thought he’d benefit from your new PEA supplement. I watched your zoom meeting this morning and am ready to order some. I’d like to know what is the dosage & how many tubs do I need for the initial 12 week period?
Assuming this supplement works, would I need to keep him on this supplement all year round?
Thank you for your help
Julie Houston
A: Hi Julie, for the average Westie of around 10kg the dose would be half a capsule twice daily and so one bottle would last 90 days / 3 months. Do let us know how you get on.
Jude
Q: What is the dosage for dogs please? My bc’s are 15 and 18 kg
A: Dogs:
Small (5kg - 10kg): half a capsule twice daily (this can easily be opened and the powder mixed into a little tasty food).
Medium (11kg - 25kg): one capsule twice daily.
Large (26kg - 35kg plus): 2 capsules twice daily.
One capsule twice daily for both. ????
Emma Taylor
Q: How many pea tablets would my 35kg dog need a day pls
A: Hi Emma, it would be 2 capsules twice daily initially. After 12 weeks it may be possible to reduce to one capsule twice daily for maintenance.
Sharon Hodgkiss
Q: I have a 11 year old Staffordshire bull terrier, at the moment he his on apoloquel for itchy skin, and liberal injection for arthritis, would this be beneficial for him, as I keep looking for alternatives more natural.
A: Hi Sharon, PEA has proved to be effective at reducing itching in 2 out or 3 dogs with Atopy (a sensitivity to environmental allergens). It has also been shown to be very effective at relieving joint discomfort. Give the PEA for 12 weeks and then follow the guidance here and here.
An
Q: Hi there. Does this help for itchy cats too?
A: Hi, yes it can help cats with itching caused by allergic reactions to allergens inside and outside the home.
Lynn
Q: Hi, I have started giving my Westie Pea for itchy skin. She is fed raw twice a day, could I add it on top of her meals.
A: Hi Lynn, yes that's fine,
Stacey Bacon
Q: Hi
Can these capsules be sprinkled on to food? Do they have to be given on a empty stomach?
A: With food is fine. And do let us know how you get on.
Nicky Loveless
Q: My dog weighs 4.5 kg. Dosage is from 5kg onwards. Can she still have it? At what dosage?
A: Yes, but you would need to open the capsules (the ends easily slide apart) and give a quarter in food twice daily. Do let us know how you get on.
Lesley
Q: What would be the dose for a German shepherd 40kg (not overweight) just ordered some
A: 2 capsules twice daily for 12 weeks and then reduce to one twice daily for maintenance.
Pam Willis
Q: What are the ingredients in PEA
A: 100% pure micronised palmitoylethanolamide powder in a vegetarian capsule. This information can be found by scrolling down the product page and clicking on the + next to INGREDIENTS to expand the composition panel.
Sarah Fright
Q: What is the dosage for a 25kg dog, please?
A: One capsule twice daily for 12 weeks and then one twice daily for maintenance.
EMMA MEDLAM
Q: My dog was on Apoquel to manage his allergies - for over 2 years!! He had infection after infection and the breaths across his whole body were ridiculous.
He’s been off it nearly 4 months. I have improved his gut health and have switched him to a raw diet consisting of only 2 proteins. He is much much better, the break outs are mainly on his feet and the lower parts of his back legs.
He’s not massively itchy, unless you give him a scratch! He does lick…but that tends to be after I’ve soaked his feet/legs in Epsom salts/bicarb.
Would PEA be of benefit to him and help with the breakouts he’s still having (even though they are now less and not so severe), or shall I stick with what I’m doing and just wait it out a bit longer?
A: PEA has been shown to significantly reduce itching in 2 out of 3 dogs with a sensitivity to environmental allergens. On this basis alone it is worth trialling for 12 weeks to see what impact it has on your dog's skin problems. Do let us know how you get on.
Michelle
Q: Hello, could you tell me what source the PEA is derived from, as I have read that some come from (palm oil, safflower, sunflower, soy etc...) Also are there any "Other Ingredients" listed past the main like (silica,Microcrystalline cellulose Magnesium Sterate etc...) Lastly is this Ultra micronized PEA? Thank you for your help!
A: The PEA is extracted from sustainably sourced palm oil. It is micronised for optimum bioavailability. The powder is 100% pure palmitoylethanolamide with no other ingredients / additives of any kind. The capsule (which doesn't have to be given if the powder is tipped out (the two ends easily slide apart) is vegetarian. All this information can be viewed by scrolling down the product page and clicking on the + next to INGREDIENTS to expand the composition panel.
Sue Caffrey
Q: One of my dogs has Leishmaniasis and is on low purine diet, what are the ingredients and could he have this ?
A: The PEA is extracted from sustainably sourced palm oil. It is micronised for optimum bioavailability. The powder is 100% pure palmitoylethanolamide with no other ingredients / additives of any kind. The capsule (which doesn't have to be given if the powder is tipped out (the two ends easily slide apart) is vegetarian. All this information can be viewed by scrolling down the product page and clicking on the + next to INGREDIENTS to expand the composition panel. There is no reason why this can't be used for a pet on a low purine diet.
Carol
Q: I found this in Canada for humans could I give to my dog it is 400mg if so how much would I give to a 20lb dog?
A: Hi Carol, we can't comment on another product unfortunately because we have no way of knowing how it is produced, from what, what the certificate of analysis results are (which measures levels of heavy metals and potentially pathogenic microbes are etc.
Joanne weir
Q: Reo my Frenchie dog 8 months is on an elimination raw diet he also gets pre and probiotics and Piriton he’s doing better now but still gets itchy eyes one of his teats and runny eyes and nose would this help him and can he take it everything I’m doing
A: PEA has been shown to significantly reduce itching and inflammation in 2 out of 3 dogs who are sensitive to environmental allergens.
If you vet has diagnosed an allergic reaction as the reason for the eye and nose signs, it is worth trialling for 12 weeks on this basis.
Do let us know how you get on.
Nicola Pilling
Q: Can this be given (in food) the same time as Onsior?
A: Hi Nicola, yes it can.
Katey Bowness
Q: Hello
Is this suitable for dogs with sensitive tummies, and for those who are on a different joint supplement to use alongside
A: Hi Katey, as a general rule, we advise giving half the dose to dogs with sensitive stomachs just to be on the safe side. And yes it can be given alongside additional joint supplements. Foe the best possible combination we advise Ultimate Joint Support for the reasons explained here.
Victoria
Q: Hi, I have recently started my dog on this PEA supplement for her joints. In the last couple of days we have found out she has a heart murmur and a cardiologist has diagnosed Mitral Valve Disease. The cardiologist has put her on Vetmedin. Can I still give her thissupplement?
A: Hi Victoria, yes PEA is safe to use alongside any medications prescribed by your vet.
Penny Borgen
Q: I have knee OA - would this supplemet be Ok for me to take or is there a different one for human? What would the dosage be - 73 yr female weighing 9st 7lbs
A: Hi Penny, yes this supplement is fine for people too, as we only use the highest quality human food grade micronised palmitoylethanolamide available. The dose for people is two capsules twice daily for 12 weeks and then one twice daily for maintenance. Do let us know how you get on.
Anon
Q: How does this effect bitches your trying to get in whelp as i understand giving antihistamines & steroids effect the success rate
A: There is no evidence PEA adversely affects bitches in heat or conception rates.
Kate hepple
Q: Hi I am interested in trying the PEA supplement for my 5 year old French bulldog, she has suffered for years with allergies both food and environmental. She has been on apoquel most of her life and has tried cytopoint injections but we had to stop them as she was allergic to the injection and had bad reactions. Although she takes apoquel tablets she still constantly licks her paws and gets itchy ears. Would the PEA supplement help her and could we use it instead of the apoquel??
Thank you
A: Hi Kate, we're sorry to hear of your poor girl's problems, which sadly affect many Frenchies. Given that PEA has been shown to significantly reduce itching in 2 out of 3 dogs reacting to environmental allergens, PEA is certainly worth trying. You may find that itching persists if she continues to be exposed to food allergens, but that it becomes less intense and require a lower dose of medication if the reaction to allergens inside and outside the home is reduced. If you let us know how things are going in 12 week's we can advise further. Also read through the guidance here and here.
Louise Patterson
Q: Hi there
So, just to clarify - humans can take your PEA capsules?
Regards
A: Yes, we use the highest quality micronised palmitoylethanolamide available. The dose for humans is 2 capsules twice daily for 12 weeks, and then reduced to one twice daily for maintenance.
Jackie Schiller
Q: Can I get this in the us?
A: Hi, we ship globally. USA can be selected from the drop down list of destinations at checkout. ????
Brittney Phillips
Q: Do you ship to USA & how much would a 30 POUND dog get thanks!!!! She’s itchy!!!
A: Yes, we ship globally. USA can be selected from the drop down list of destinations at checkout.????Best to purchase the dual pack to begin with to cover the 12 weeks trail period. It's worth reading
these guidelines first. Catherine Delaney-Walshe
Q: Hi! Is this safe to use on an elderly cat with kidney disease and hyperthyroidism?
Many thanks!
Susan mcintosh
Q: Can PEA be given with Pardale v that my vet prescribed
Corinne Davies
Q: I’m confused, is Pea for both dogs and humans?
I have a dog with arthritis who is on librela, paracetamol and I’m using your joint Vince the vet supplement. His beard (large miniature schnauzer) is brown from licking his joints. Would he benefit from adding pea to his regime?
I too have osteoarthritis, can I take pea too?
A: PEA is beneficial for humans, dogs, cats and other animals. Adding PEA and the Joint Support plus Recuperation remedy to your dog's joint support regime is likely to help a great deal for the reasons described here. The dose for people is 2 capsules twice daily for 12 weeks and then reduce to one twice daily for maintenance. A lady has just posted this on our Facebook page:
"I have had exercise related pain ( 40+ years of netball) in hips and knees that had become significantly worse in the last year. I was seriously considering retiring this year as the pain was so bad. I was unable to get up from sitting unaided and couldn't run upstairs as I have always done. After a week on PEA ( I have been taking VTV Joints for a few months) I had much reduced pain and increased mobility. After another week I am now practically pain free and running upstairs and able to get up from sitting unaided. Absolutely delighted After feeling my sporting days were over!"
Karen
Q: If using the PEA, will I still need a muti vitamin and a glucosamine chondroiten? I use your vitality and immunity. I ran out of the immunity and of course my westie has something on his skin. The groomer said yeast, not 100% sure.
A: PEA is a natural anti-inflammatory and analgesic and supplementation significantly reduces discomfort and inflammation in joints. The best Joint supplement to use alongside PEA for maximum joint care and mobility is Joints which is far superior to glucosamine and chondroitin for the reasons explained here.
Lorraine
Q: I have a 3 year old French bulldog who is itchy, licking, gets ear infections constantly. She has been on steroids and apoquel for nearly 18 months now, if I got this for her could I stop the other medication?? I want to stop the medication altogether without her suffering. Would I also still use the pre/probiotic she currently has? Any help is greatly appreciated
A: Hi Lorraine, guidance on how to best use PEA when already giving medication can be found by clicking on this link.
And yes you can continue with the pre and probiotic you are using (if you would like advice on an alternative at any stage, do drop us s line at info@vincethevet.co.uk).
Wendy Ohrbach
Q: Can I open capsules and empty into food? What is dosage for West Highland White terrier 16 pounds?
A: Yes you can (the 2 ends of the capsule easily slide apart). Give half a capsule twice daily for 12 weeks and then reduce to half daily for maintenance. Do let us know how you get on.
Pam Hughes
Q: Do you sell this in the USA? If not, how do I order and what would shipping be? I live in Texas. I have an 18 Lb. Westie that has seasonal itches, and I don't to put her on Apoquel.
Thanks for your help,
Pam
A: Yes, we ship globally.
USA can be selected from the drop down list of destinations at checkout. ????7 - 10 working day International shipping is £18. The dose for a Westie would be half a capsule twice daily for 12 weeks, then reduced to half daily for maintenance if there has been a good response/
Lacy
Q: Can PEA be taken along guide galliprant or is best given alone? Thanks
A: Yes PEA can be given alongside any medications prescribed by your vet.
Holly Ryder
Q: Hello I’m hoping you can help. Is there any information I can read on how many capsules I need for my dog please? Thanks
A: Hi Holly, if you scroll down the product page until DIRECTIONS appears on the left hand side and click on the + next to this, it will expand the panel to display the dosing instructions.
Jill Pedley
Q: Is this suitable for a dog with renal dysplasia? She suffers terribly with allergies.
Thanks
A: Yes, PEA is safe to use when renal issues are present.
Catherine
Q: Hi I have been giving my cat Pea for 11 days now. On the bottle it says cats one quarter of a pill a day but on one of the questions above it says half a day. Could you tell me which it is please?
Many thanks!
A: It depends on weight. The average cat weighs around 3kg and a quarter of a capsule would be sufficient for such a pet. For larger cats weighing around 5kg or more, half a capsules would be better.
Rob
Q: Hi. Our Welsh Terrier (4 yrs) licks paws and is itchy. He has always been on a raw diet. Ears get infected and can get smelly. Tried elimination diet. He is on cytopoint for itching and twice a week steroid for ears (no probs since been on that). We’re told the smell is yeast and I guess this ties in with some of the other issues. We feed a pre and probitic chew (Bella and Duke) to try and help with the yeast. Could PEA deal with all of this potentially? Or any other suggestions?
Kim Gleed
Q: I have a 2.5kg chihuahua with chronic joint issues, what dosage would I give her?
A: A quarter of a capsule daily. The ends easily slide apart so the powder can be mixed in food.
Marilyn Roberts
Q: Before buying Pea what natural home remedy would you suggest to rule out fungal infection. It is just my boy's feet nowhere else. Thankyou.
A: Hi, have replied to this on Facebook. To confirm if a fungal or yeast infection is present, it is best if a vet swabs an affected area, smears the sample obtained on a slide, stains it and examines this under a microscope. It is important to be aware that yeast infections are often secondary to another cause, which needs to be identified and successfully addressed to provide a long term cure. More information can be found here - https://www.vincethevet.co.uk/.../yeasty-skin-tried-all...
Evelyn Keegan
Q: Can you give this alongside Apoquel
A: Yes, you can. Click on this link for guidance on how to best use PEA when already giving medication.
Started my dog on this for itching as didn’t want him on Apaquel anymore. It’s 100% worked