Joint Health in Dogs & Cats

Good joint health is crucial to your companion animal’s wellbeing. The ability to walk, run, jump, to move … these physical activities represent a large part of companion animals’ lives, including their unique ability to express themselves. Unfortunately, aching and/or stiff joints are just as much a part of aging for them as it is for humans. Here are some common symptoms of joint and/or flexibility problems:
-Reluctance to use stairs
-Difficulty getting up from a prone position
-Joints that pop or crack
-Stiffness in the morning or immediately after a long nap
-Unwillingness to jump, either on or off of furniture

 It is always advisable that you consult with your veterinarian when you suspect that your pet may be suffering in any way.

With dogs that are at-risk for hip dysplasia, it’s important that they get exercise to help slow the progression of the condition, but avoid taking them for very long or fast walks. Additionally, providing them with an orthopedic bed may help to make them more comfortable when resting.

So, what is the best way to address joint health issues? Dr. Jane suggests two complimentary products to help both reduce body weight and improve joint health – using an appropriate food, like Life’s Abundance Weight-Loss Formula, in tandem with a supplement like Agility for Dogs and Cats.

At present, there are several joint formulas marketed for companion animals. Unfortunately, most of these products treat the joint as an isolated goal; it is for this reason that they do not work as well as they could. Agility for Dogs and Cats is a holistic formula, which means that it takes into account the needs of the whole body and all the parts that work with the joints.

This formula contains optimal levels of the nutrients necessary to help maintain healthy joint cartilage and connective tissue, and to aid in the production of healthy synovial fluid, which lubricates the joints. This supplement features Glucosamine and MSM, and is a natural, holistic, multi-action joint support formula containing scientifically-tested ingredients.

Glucosamine helps maintain and promote joint and connective tissue health. It has been shown to be essential in the healthy development and ongoing maintenance of connective tissue and synovial fluid. Research studies indicate that Glucosamine may promote joint flexibility, mobility and lubrication, and may even play a role in rebuilding cartilage.

Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a natural source of organic sulfur, an element vital to the maintenance of healthy joints, bones, ligaments and tendons. This essential mineral may also help increase energy and assist in the healthy maintenance of skin, hair and nails.

Agility for Dogs and Cats also contains Vitamins C and E, which are robust sources of antioxidants that can promote immunity, cardiovascular health, skin health, improved vision, dental health and may help to improve allergies. In fact, there is evidence to support that Vitamin C may play an important role in the development and maintenance of connective tissue.

These ingredients work synergistically with the many herbal ingredients well-known for their beneficial health properties. Alfalfa and Yucca are antioxidant-rich herbs that offer a strong defense against free-radical damage, helping to maintain joint comfort and flexibility. The alfalfa not only works to help destroy the free radicals at the joints, but it also enhances kidney and liver function, to facilitate waste excretion from the bone. And Boswellia tree extract contains acids shown to promote proper joint functioning.

Agility for Dogs and Cats also includes high levels of Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids derived from fish oil to help improve healthy joint function. These essential fatty acids produce hormone-like substances known as prostaglandins. They are believed to have a positive effect upon joint stiffness and fatigue, and may improve overall bone health.

The sea mussels included in this supplement help to support healthy joint structure and function, as well as help enhance the utilization and soothing properties of Glucosamine. These natural nutrients have demonstrated effectiveness in improving lubrication, shock absorption, flexibility, elasticity and strength of connective tissues. Sea mussels also contain Chondroitin Sulfate, which works in tandem with Glucosamine.

And last but not least, this holistic formula has a delicious roast beef flavor that your furry friends will love!

Help improve the joint health of your companion animals and choose Agility for Dogs and Cats. They’ll thank you for taking this important step for their overall health, with every extra tail-wag and happy meow.

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