Hi Marie, yes it is, as part of a renal support regime.

As always when CKD is present, regular blood monitoring of SDMA, BUN, Creatinine, calcium and phosphorus levels is important, so that diet (including supplementation) can be adjusted if and when necessary to maintain the highest quality of life.

Additional information:

1. Q&A On Kidney Disease
2. Kidney Support Diet - Raw
3. Kidney Support Diet - Home-cooked

Hi,

Thank you for your enquiry. We do ship to Canada. You can order direct through this website.

Hi Lauren,

The ingredients are listed on the products page, and are our own, unique Veterinary Formula blend of: 

Hydrolysed Collagen, organic Kelp, Bromelain from pineapples (corn starch used as a carrier) and Hyaluronic Acid.

Good morning Andrienne, thank you for your enquiry.

Joints is the perfect supplement in these circumstances. It provides the body with the nutrients it needs to build and repair ALL joint structures, including muscles, tendons, ligament, bones, fibrous tissues, cartilage and joint lubricating 'oil'. It is very gentle on the stomach, and there is no need to give double the amount to begin with. Improvements in joint comfort and mobility are typically seen in within a few weeks. If there is still a need for additional relief after a month, giving the Joint Support remedy alongside Joints, soothes sore tissues and further aids ease of movement. 

For more information on aiding recovery following ACL rupture, take a look at this blog.  

Hi Marie, yes it can as it is a completely different formulation.

Many of our customers also find that after a month on Joints, if a significant improvement in mobility is seen, they are able to continue with Joints alone, without any loss of benefits. Do let us know how you get on.

The composition can be found by scrolling down the left hand side of the product page and clicking on the + next to INGREDIENTS to open the data panel.

Joints does not contain glucosamine or chondroitin, as these largely target joint cartilage, whereas Joints provides the building blocks for ALL joint structures, including cartilage, bone, muscles, tendons, ligaments, fibrous tissues and joint lubricating 'oil', And this is why it is so effective at aiding maximum mobility and flexibility. It also supports whole body musculoskeletal health.

You won't see any components listed in mg because Joints is a 100% natural supplement composed of a unique blend of whole foods and whole food extracts. When you see the amount of ingredients in mg, such as glucosamine, for example, it is because they are synthetically manufactured in large scale industrial plants.

Hi Julie, the daily dose (divided between meals) is 1 teaspoon per 10kg bodyweight.

There are approximately 100 teaspoons in a 400g tub. And so this would last one 20kg dog around 7 weeks (50 days). For all 3 dogs it would be 17 days.

The most economical way to order Joints, is to choose one of the multipacks (3 or 6 x400g). Free shipping is also available if the total is £100 plus.

95% of dogs will readily take the Joints powder in any wet food, such as a little live, plain yoghurt, bone broth, or anything similar. In the rare event this doesn't work, the powder can be put into empty gelatine / vegetarian capsules.  

Hi Nikki, it is a powder which is easily mixed into any wet food. This can either be the main meals, or an alternative such as plain live, yoghurt, bone broth, unsalted natural gravy, or something similar.

Hi Olwen, there is no reason why Joints and Joint Support can't be given to a diabetic dog.

We recommend using these 2 products together when stiffness is severe, as the results are significantly better than when either is used alone. Joints provides the nutrients the body needs to build the healthiest possible joints. Joint Support soothes sore tissues and further aids ease of movement. They can be purchased as a bundle for a saving of £8 here. Do let us know how you get on, as we may be able to advise further. 

Hi Hayley, the composition of Joints can be found under 'INGREDIENTS' on the left hand side of the product page as you scroll down, and is our own, unique Veterinary Formula blend of: Hydrolysed Collagen, organic Kelp, Bromelain from pineapples (corn starch used as a carrier) and Hyaluronic Acid.

It is a completely different formulation from any other product available, and successfully helps 94% of pets (based on the number of 4 and 5 star customer ratings). In our experience (Dr. Vince specialised in orthopaedic surgery for 3 years) Joints is the most effective nutritional support for maximum mobility available.   

Hi, the collagen is bovine in origin.

Hi Pam, if stiffness has only just started, giving Joints alone is the first step, as this results in positive changes in mobility in 94% of dogs. Your girl would need 3 teaspoons of the powder daily, divided between meals. This can be mixed into any wet food, such as plain live yoghurt, bone broth, a little natural gravy etc.

If after a month or two there is still room for improvement, giving the Joint Support remedy soothes sore tissues and further aids ease of movement. Both products can be bought together here as a bundle for a saving of £8.

Do let us know how you get on. 

No, it is a powdered supplement because if provides the nutritional building block the body needs to from the healthiest possible Joints. 

Joint Support is a liquid, but this is designed to soothe sore tissues and aid ease of movement by supporting the body's natural self-repair mechanisms. 

Hi Kathy, 

The composition can be found by scrolling down the page and clicking on the + next to INGREDIENTS to expand the panel.

Joints is our own, unique Veterinary Formula blend of: Hydrolysed Collagen, organic Kelp, Bromelain from pineapples (corn starch used as a carrier) and Hyaluronic Acid.

Hope this helps! ????

Hi Jacqui, the following methods work well for most dogs who are reluctant to take a powdered supplement in food:

1. Mix into wet foods given alongside main meals, such as live, plain yoghurt, bone broth or natural unsalted gravy.

2. Add a little warm water to the raw before feeding, to make mixing the supplements in more palatable.

3. Put the powder into empty capsules which can much more easily be disguised in food and appropriate treats (eg home-made meatballs). This can be done using this device or one similar.

Do let us know how you get on.

Yes, Joints improves mobility in 94% of dogs. Joint Support also eases discomfort naturally, and further aids ease of movement. 

Hi Maria, Joints is safe to use alongside any medication prescribed by a vet. Many pet parents find that after supplementing with Joints for a month (in conjunction with Joint Support drops if stiffness is severe) they are able to reduce the dose of drugs, and in some circumstances, discontinue them altogether. Joints and Joint Support can be bought together as a bundle for a saving of £8 here. Do let us know how you get on.

Hi Serena, yes it would. 

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This bundle would be even better. Give one and a half teaspoons of the powder twice daily, and 2-3 drops of the liquid remedy 3 times daily.

No it doesn't, as we find the composition of Joints to be far more effective. The full list of ingredients, which can be found on the left hand side of the product page are: a powdered blend of Hydrolysed Collagen (bovine origin), organic Kelp, Bromelain from pineapples (corn starch used as a carrier) and Hyaluronic Acid.

You many also be interested in this bundle which provides even greater benefits.

Joints is highly effective for supporting maximum mobility and ease of movement in cats, particularly when age-related stiffness creeps in. You will only need the 200g sized tub however, as a little goes a long way. And most cat parents find the powder goes down a treat when mixed in with any wet food, or some yoghurt / milk or something similar. 

Hi Anna, thank you for your enquiry. The ingredients are listed on the left hand side of the product page as you scroll down, and are: Hydrolysed Collagen (bovine origin), organic Kelp, Bromelain from pineapples (corn starch used as a carrier) and Hyaluronic Acid. Unlike joint supplements which largely rely on chondroitin and glucosamine to help maintain cartilage, Joints provides the nutritional building blocks for ALL musculoskeletal structures, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, joint capsule, cartilage and synovial fluid (joint 'lubricating oil) - which is why it is so effective. Joints also contains only natural ingredients, with no chemical additives of any kind, such as manufactured 'vitamins' such as C and E, and minerals such as manganese. We hope this helps, and do let us know how you get on!       

Hi Jayne, Joints is easier to digest than most supplements because of the hydrolysed collagen it contains. Also it provides the nutritional building blocks the body needs to form ALL musculoskeletal tissues, including cartilage, muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, fibrous supporting tissues and joint lubricating 'oil'. Glucosamine and chondroitin on the other hand largely support cartilage only. If you try Joints, you may find a digestive support is not necessary. And if you wanted enhanced joint support at any stage, you can purchase Joints and Joint Support as a bundle here, for a saving of £8.

Hi Jan, there's no reason why Joints can't be given in these circumstances, as part of a healthy, balanced diet.

Hi Jennifer, due to an error by the manufacturer, the best before (BB) date on Joints is showing as 09/23 when in fact it should read 09/24, as this product has a minimum shelf life of 3 years.

This will be correct on the new batch ordered, which will be arriving October / November this year.

Yes, it can as long as the regular health checks and blood tests typically carried out for dogs with kidney disease are in place. Also consider giving Joint Support alongside this.

Hi Hilary, the Joints supplement is a brand new batch. The composition and analytic data are identical to previous formulations. The only difference is that the raw ingredients originate from different sources - hence the slight change in colour and texture. This however, does not impact it's effectiveness in any way. Hope this helps.

If you scroll down the page you will see INGREDIENTS on the left hand side. Click on the + alongside to expand the composition panel.  

The suggested daily amount = 1 teaspoon per 10g bodyweight daily, divided between meals. A 35kg dog therefore needs 3 and a half teaspoons. A teaspoon equates to around 4g and so your dog would require approximately 10g daily. Based on this a 400g tub would last around 40 days. 

Hi Kerry, kelp is there to provide the Joint cells responsible for maintaining optimum function, with the vitamins, minerals and trace elements they need to do this as effectively as possible. If using Joints at the same time as plaque off, simply reduce the amount of the latter by a quarter. 

Hi Sarah, we don't disclose the proportions of each component in Joints, as the unique formulation took many, many years to perfect. It's important to bear in mind that the collagen  - although important - is only one element that supports maximum mobility and joint health. The synergy between all 4 ingredients is why this supplement is so effective. 

Hi, 2 teaspoons twice daily in wet food would be best. Also consider giving 2 - 3 drops of Joint Support plus Recuperation 3 times daily on a teaspoon of fresh food for even greater benefits. They can be bought as a bundle for a saving of £8 here.  

Hi Jane, Joints relieves stiffness, soothes discomfort and significantly improves mobility in more than 90% of dogs within 4 weeks. Giving the Joint Support plus Recuperation remedy alongside Joints further aids of movement to achieve the best possible outcome. Both can be purchased as a bundle for a saving of £8 here.     

Hi Eileen, yes it would benefit both dogs for the reasons described here. you might also like to see Max's response here.

Hi Hannah, yes of course! Joints can be mixed into any wet food - bone broth, plain live yoghurt, cottage cheese, saltless gravy are all popular. :-)

Hi Sheree, what type of stones (chemical composition) were diagnosed by your vet? And what monitoring is in place to prevent crystals forming again?

Yes, Joints and the Joint Support plus Recuperation help affected joints remain as healthy and as comfortable as possible, which maintains mobility and quality of life. They can be purchased as a bundle for a saving of £6 here.

Hi Leah, kelp does not affect a healthy thyroid, it's only if autoimmune thyroiditis is present that dietary iodine levels needs to be monitored. The Joints currently in stock is a new batch with a best before date in 2027. For a 5 kg dog, a large 400g tub will last around 7 months. 

Hi Amanda, the difference is explained here and for PEA here. Also Ultimate Joint Support.  

In 10 years we've only had 2 dogs who had an individual sensitivity to Joints, out of tens of thousands who happily take it every day. As such it is extremely well-tolerated, even by dogs with sensitive stomachs. Given the reaction your dog has had to collagen, it would be best to give just a quarter of the usual daily amount in food to begin with (wet food, raw, plain live yoghurt etc). If all goes well gradually increase each week (as long as digestion continues to be good) until the full amount is being given. Do let us know how you het on. 

Yes it is, as there is a relatively low level of kelp in both these products. 

Hi Sue, 

All our products are designed to complement each other, so that they can be combined in whatever way is best for a particular pet, to support optimum health and quality of life. And if any advice is ever needed on what to choose and how to do this, we are always more than happy to help.

The most important thing when supplementing the diet of a pet with health issues of any kind, is to only introduce one at a time, and to start with just a 1/4 teaspoon or so initially. Then, if all is going well, the amount can slowly be increased over the following weeks until the suggested daily level is being given (divided between meals). 

This is gentle on the digestive system and also avoids a pet being put off their food because it smells or tastes unusual. It's also the best way to confirm that a supplement suits a dog or cat, and is healthy and nutritious to give long-term. 

With regards to Vitality, most dogs and cats need multivitamin, mineral and trace element supplementation these days because the food chain is not as rich in these as it used to be. In addition to this, the level of nutrients the body needs to stay healthy in the face of modern day stress and pollution is much higher. Adding Vitality to the diet helps to bridge this gap, by making sure that essential micronutrients which need to be present in the diet each day (because the body can't store or manufacture these for itself) are supplied. This is even more important when there is evidence that the digestive tract is not assimilating nutrients from food effectively - which is often the case when blood folate and B12 levels are low. 

IBD (Inflammatory Bowel Disease) as you know, is a descriptive term rather than a specific diagnosis, which means that various parts of the digestive tract are inflamed for some reason. This can be due to dietary sensitivities, parasitic infections, autoimmune diseases and a range of other conditions. It is best to work with your vet to address these and other possible underlying causes for the best possible results. 

Such an approach typically includes the following:

1. Identifying and avoiding dietary allergens.
2. Supporting the gut microbiome with prebiotics (Digestion) and probiotics that have proven to be effective.
3. Ruling out worm infections as a contributory factor - which can be done with this kit.
4. Providing a rich supply of essential vitamins, minerals and trace elements in an easy to digest and assimilate form, such as Vitality.

Additional information:

1. IBD / GI Support Diet - Raw
2. IBD / GI Support Diet Home-cooked
3. When your pet's food is the enemy - what do you do?
4. Probiotics and Prebiotics - What's the difference?

Joints is the supplement of choice for maximising flexibility and mobility.

When stiffness is severe and / or long-standing, giving Joint Support too, further eases discomfort and aids ease of movement.

These can be bought as a bundle here.  

Both Joints and Joint Support are safe to use alongside any other natural products, and medication prescribed by vets. 

Hi Lauren,

The ingredients are listed on the products page, and are our own, unique Veterinary Formula blend of: 

Hydrolysed Collagen, organic Kelp, Bromelain from pineapples (corn starch used as a carrier) and Hyaluronic Acid.

A 43kg dog typically requires 2 teaspoons twice daily. Where stiffness or joint pathology is severe, a little more may be necessary - it depends on each individual dog's circumstances. The small tub (200g) is designed for cats and dogs weighing 15kg or less, and the large tub (400g) for medium and large dogs.

If there is still room for improvement after a month of supplementation, giving the Joint Support remedy too, provides additional relied of discomfort, and further aids ease of movement.

Joints and Joint Support can be purchased as a bundle for a saving of £8 here.

Hi Jane, all the remedies are in liquid form.

These are supplied in 50ml dropper bottles, so that a few drops can simply be added to food as directed.

The supplements are all powders, and are supplied in small and large tubs of the specified weight in grams. The appropriate amount can be mixed into any wet meals.

If you scroll down to the heading 'THE DETAILS' on the left hand side of each product page, and click on the + to expand the hidden panel, the information about the make up of each supplement or remedy can be found there.

Hi Sam, we're so sorry to hear of your dogs injuries, you are truly an angel for helping these poor pets. Joints is the perfect choice, as it provides all the nutrients the body needs to build the healthiest possible joins, and to maintain maximum mobility and flexibility. This is especially important for dogs with the kind of problems you describe. 

A 4kg dog would need 1/2 (half) a teaspoon daily, divided between meals.

If you enter the following code at checkout - MAXIMUMMOBILITY30 - it will give you a 30% discount off the single tubs of Joints (200g and 400g). This is valid until March 31st 2022 and is single use only, so it would be worth buying as much as you think you may need for the foreseeable future at once.

If at any stage any of your dogs still appear in discomfort, giving the Joint Support drops (2-3 three times daily) will further soothe sore tissues and aid ease of movement.

We hope this helps, and do let us know how you get on. 

Hi Bev, thank you for your enquiry. And wonderful to hear you've seen such fabulous results with our supplements. Would love you to email further details of the benefits seen to info@vincethevet.co.uk along with some pictures of your boy to share! ????

Yes, it's fine to give the Ultimate Anxiety remedies in raw, or on a small tit-bit. It also helps to add a little to drinking water daily and sprinkle on bedding. This short video explains how they work, and advice on getting the best results. Do keep us posted!     

Good morning Karen, and thank you for your enquiry.

Joints is very low in oils and fats (less than 2%) and has virtually no carbohydrate content. The full nutritional analysis figures can be found on the left hand side of the product page, and by expanding the panel 'Ingredients' under the heading 'The Details.'

Hi Damien, thank you for your enquiry.

The optimum dose of the Joints powder is 1 teaspoon per 10kg daily, divided between meals. And so you would be using just under 4 teaspoons daily - 1 for the smaller dog, and 3 for the larger girl. A 400g tub supplies approximately 100 teaspoons, and so would last around 4 weeks (25-28 days). The Joint Support remedy, would last 6 months or more, as the dose is only 2-3 drops 3 times daily, regardless of size. And these can be added to food, and drinking water.

We hope this helps, and do let us know how you get on.

Hi Dawn, thank you for your enquiry. 

Yes, all our supplements and remedies are safe to use alongside any medication prescribed by vet. And the sooner they are started the better when any injury has occurred. Guidance on how to provide the best possible nutritional support following cruciate ligament damage can be found here.

Do let us know how you get on.  

Hi Jane, it's never too late to try Joints and the Joint Support remedy. And both are safe to use alongside any medication prescribed by your vet.

It's best to use the two products in combination for the best results in dogs over 10 years of age, and who are either very stiff, or who have struggled with their mobility for some time.

Joints provides all the nutrients the body needs to build the healthiest possible cartilage, muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones, fibrous supporting tissues and joint lubricating 'oil'.

Joint Support soothes sore tissues, aids the body's natural adaptive and recuperative powers, and further aids ease of movement. See Coco's story here.  

Together they provide the best possible support for maximum mobility. Do let us know how you get on.

Hi Sheila, yes we do. USA can be selected as the delivery destination from the drop down postcode list at checkout, 

Hi Patricia, the nutritional analysis figures can be found under the heading INGREDIENTS on the left hand side of the product page, as you scroll down. Joints contains less than 2% fats and oils.

Hi Pam, if you scroll down the list of Previous Answers on the Joints 400g product page (underneath the button you used to ask this question) you will see our reply there.

Have also just forwarded this by email.

Hi Patricia, the level of crude oils and fats in Joints is very low - less than 2%. 

Information on the composition of this supplement can be found under the heading INGREDIENTS on the left hand side of the page as you scroll down.   

Hi Melanie, 

They can be bought together as a bundle for a saving of £6 here.

Hi Renée, roughly 1 teaspoon of Joints powder twice daily. A 400g tub would last approximately 7 weeks. Even better results when given with Joint Support remedy. Both can be bought as a bundle for a saving of £8 here. We don't have any suppliers in Australia, unfortunately. Shipping there might be prohibitively expensive, but we could get a quote if you email us at info@vincethevet.co.uk 

Hi Joanna, Joints is highly effective at easing stiffness, aiding ease of movement and maximising mobility in cats. And in most cases, all it takes is a quarter of a teaspoon twice daily mixed into a little wet food. Do let us know how you get on!

Hi Caroline, a combination of Joints and Joint Support is best in circumstances like this. The former provides all the nutritional building blocks the body needs to create the best possible joints while the latter soothes discomfort and aids pain free movement. Together they enable maximum mobility. They can be bought as a bundle for a saving of £6 here.

Hi Sharon, yes it's beneficial to give Joints to any dog, but especially those prone to musculoskeletal issues of any kind because this supplement provides the nutritional building blocks the body needs to build and maintain the healthiest possible joints, tendons, ligaments, bones, joint fluid, cartilage and supporting fibrous tissues - including intervertebral discs.

Hi Richard - great question! Two things to consider here. Firstly, blood tests for food sensitivities are notoriously unreliable, as they frequently return false positive and false negative results. This essentially means that if IgG or IgE suggest a food is reactive, it does not necessarily mean it will cause problems if fed. In fact the opposite could be true, with it being perfectly safe to include in the diet. The same applies to 'negative' results, which may actually cause reactions if given. Secondly, hydrolysed collagen, is significantly less allergenic than the beef protein it originates from, and so rarely causes problems even in genuinely beef sensitive dogs. If you'd like to give Joints a try, and it can't be used because there is a reaction, we'll refund the cost of the supplement for you. Do email me direct with your order number if you decide to go ahead on this basis at info@vincehevret.co.uk The Joint Support included in this bundle, is highly unlikely to cause any issues, given that it employs botanical extracts.  

Hi Claire, yes it can. And it is particularly beneficial for rapidly growing large breeds, as it supplies the nutritional building blocks for the body to form the healthiest possible musculoskeletal system, including muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints, fibrous supporting tissues, cartilage and joint lubricating 'oil' (synovial fluid).

It is hydrolysed bovine collagen. However, this is not necessarily allergenic to a dog sensitive to beef, as the proteins have been reduced to peptides, which in may cases do not provoke an inflammatory response. As always, it's best to trial Joints while keeping the rest of the diet the same, to see what effect it has, for a particular pet. ????

Hi Mary, Joints contains only 100% natural ingredients which are easy to digest. We've never had any reports of this supplement causing any stomach reactions. Hope this helps.