Whether it's flying for frisbees or racing to the food bowl for mealtime, dog parents know how important it is to keep their pups feeling mobile.
Chances are, you've heard that Glucosamine is an ingredient that can help support that mobility they cherish so much.
But, what is Glucosamine, exactly?
Glucosamine might look like a scary sounding ingredient, but its benefits can be scary good for pups! So, we're here to give you a quick rundown about what Glucosamine is and what makes it so special.
What is Glucosamine?
Glucosamine is a compound (amino sugar) found naturally in the body that can be found in cartilage and is responsible for glycoproteins and glycosaminoglycans that play a role in your dog's joints, ligaments, and more.
Glucosamine Benefits for Dogs
Helps Maintain Cartilage
Giving your dog glucosamine is a great way to help maintain healthy and normal cartilage to support their overall mobility.
Supports Joint Health
Want to support your dog's joint health? Glucosamine promotes comfort and mobility for your canine companion's joints.
Synovial Fluid Support
Glucosamine can help maintain synovial fluid, which is a viscous fluid that can be found in the joint space that supports mobility.
Proteoglycan Production
Glucosamine may help stimulate the production of proteoglycans, which help maintain the health and resiliency of joints and connective tissue.
Glucosamine Supplements for Dogs: Which Ones to Try
Here's our top three glucosamine products that you should try!
1. Mobility Bites™
Keep playtime fun with Mobility Bites™! These yummy chewables feature Glucosamine HCl, Chondroitin Sulfate, and OptiMSM™ (a premium form of MSM) to support hip and joint health to keep your pup jumping for joy.
2. Vet Strength™ Mobility Bites™
These chews feature the most advanced formula in our entire line of mobility supplements. Made with a high concentration of ingredients as compared to our All Ages line, these chews are veterinarian-formulated and provide a great (and tasty) way to support hip and joint health.
3. Hemp Elements Plus™ Mobility Bites™
Featuring Broad Spectrum Hemp Extract from CBDistillery™, these soft chews contain Glucosamine HCl, Chondroitin Sulfate, and OptiMSM® to support canine hip and joint function, along with supporting cartilage, connective tissue, and muscles.
Take the "Leap" for Glucosamine!
We hope this gives you a good starting point for understanding the basics of glucosamine for dogs, but we would love to answer any additional questions you might have.
If you’d like to learn more about mobility supplements, or simply how to pick the right one for your dog, leave a comment below and let us know. Or, you can reach out to us directly at 1-800-738-0661 or bark@zestypaws.com.