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Help to maintain healthy joints in pets

The key to being able to maintain healthy joints for your pet is to be educated and aware

Being educated

By ‘educated’ we mean that you should read good quality information from reputable sources about the developments in knowledge and thinking that are ongoing in the veterinary arena. The veterinary schools around the world are acutely aware of the need to maintain joint health. At Nutravet we keep up to date with these developments, our in house vets speak to world key opinion leaders on the subject and keep abreast of developments in the field by attending conferences and reading the research output from the Universities.

Thus by buying Nutravet products you are buying into and being supported by this highly technical resource of ongoing and developing expert opinion. We will disseminate this information to you through regular updates and news bulletins in the ‘Latest news’ sections of this website.

Being aware

By being aware we mean that you should be receptive to the needs of your pet as he/she grows and develops with age.

Puppies and kittens

It is an absolute delight to see young puppies and kittens play fighting and gambolling around in the garden, park or in the house-despite the damage that can be done! In fact this ‘play’ is an important part of your pet’s development both mentally and personality-wise, in terms of strengthening and developing bones and other body tissues to be fit for purpose.

Working in partnership with your vet is a vital part of this process as the vet is able to cast his/her expert eye over your pet during your regular check-ups at the clinic.

All Nutravet products are developed by vets and we work closely with vets in practice and trust their expert opinion. Their high degree of technical training has given them the skills necessary to be able to fully assess your pet clinically.

At Nutravet we believe it’s vitally important that your vet is able to assess how your pet interacts with you as an owner, or as a family.

Your vet can give you appropriate, contextual, advice on joint health. For example, if you have a young family and a new medium or large breed puppy then it is important that during the developmental stage of your pup, when bones are developing and articular cartilage surfaces are fragile, that all members of the family are aware of the need not to over exercise your dog or play too boisterously with them, or encourage the dog to jump up at you on his/her hind legs as this can put uneven stress on both hind and front legs at a young age.

Equally, if you are a single person or couple with more time to exercise your dog, then long walks or runs should be avoided in the early stages. Mild exercise regimes together with a balanced healthy diet, vaccination, worming, micro-chipping and teeth and ear care are all part of a sensible and responsible way to care for your pet as they begin their lives with you. These are all issues that can be discussed with your vet at the surgery as he/she is best placed to understand your needs and the particular needs of your pet.

There is plenty of prophylactic treatment to think about when you first take a puppy or kitten to the vet for their check-ups.

If you wish to give your new pet extra building blocks to enable healthy joint function, by supplementing your puppy with Nutraquin or Nutraquin+ these products will help maintain healthy joint function.

Many people are aware of the opportunities to feed supplements for specific health support roles, for example with fish oils to support children’s brain development and cognitive function and joint support supplementation in pets is no exception to this.

If you have chosen a breed that is particularly prone needing joint aids and support in later life such as the medium and larger breeds of dogs; Labradors, Retrievers, German shepherds, Rottweiler’s, Mastiffs, St Bernards etc this is an opportunity to support your pet with joint support products from Nutravet. Unfortunately no breeds of medium and large dogs are protected. Your vet will be happy to discuss this issue with you at the surgery so that you can make an informed decision about whether Nutraquin or Nutraquin+ supplementation for your puppy is the right decision for you.

As your puppy grows, focus on maintaining your pets optimum weight, by not over exercising and feeding a balanced veterinary diet will all contribute to you doing your best for your pet at this early stage.

Ageing has an effect on all of us and our pets are not immune to these effects either.

See your vet

Your vet will decide with you what the best way forward is, according to your pet’s presenting signs. Just as working with your vet to do the best for a new puppy or kitten is a mark of responsible pet ownership, then so too is having regular veterinary advice as your pet ages.

Weight loss programme if your pet is overweight

Excess weight can have very damaging effects on joints. Enrolling the help of your veterinary and nursing team can help your pet by supporting you in the difficult job of reducing tit-bits and feeding only a balanced weight loss diet. Your veterinary surgery staff will support you with advice and encouragement to persevere and succeed in what is a difficult task and getting into the routine of regular ‘weigh ins’ at the surgery will help you to help your pet.

Controlled exercise

Often regular exercise will help control body weight and maintain joint health. However, the best regime to use will depend on your pet’s particular condition, body weight and any other problems. Speak to your vet about this.

Complementary therapies

Hydrotherapy (swimming) and physiotherapy are low impact methods that can, for example, help improve musculature if it has been wasting and help complement veterinary treatment.

Feed a nutritional joint support supplement such as Nutraquin or Nutraquin+

At nutravet we have formulated Nutraquin to deliver the optimum amounts of supplementary building blocks for your pets joint health needs. Note that the formula does not change according to the life stage or bodyweight of your pet.  Our vets and the  experts we consulted on this subject felt, as we do, that the formula should not change for use with growing animals or with mature animals according to their life stage because the nutritional needs of the joint are constant and so is the administration rate (which is the number of Nutraquin or Nutraquin+ capsules you give your pet).

With administration being based on the body weight of your pet, this allows a consistent supply of the naturally supplemented ingredients that are necessary to maintain joint health. This ‘administration based on bodyweight’ is the way vets are taught to, and used to administering agents to animals and is an important part of the nutravet approach that is not adopted by all manufacturers.

Ask your vet about nutravet products, your vet will help you decide whether your pet needs Nutraquin or Nutraquin+. The decision to use Nutraquin+ will depend on your vets wish to use the additional boswellia in Nutraquin+ that aids the body’s own natural anti-inflammatory processes. We have found that owners are reporting comfortable limb movement after only seven days of using Nutraquin+.

 

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Possible signs your pet may need joint support

Possible signs your pet may need joint support

Below are some common behavioural changes that may occur if your pet is struggling with its joints.

  • Is your pet having difficulty jumping up/down from surfaces or furniture? Going up and down stairs? Or getting in or out of the car?
  • Is your dog stiff when getting up in the morning or after sleeping?
  • Does your dog lick their joints?
  • Does your dog have difficulty reaching down to their food or water bowl?
  • Has your dog slowed down on walks? Or started lagging behind?
  • Does your dog still run to greet you?
  • Does your dog seem quieter than usual? Are they interacting less with the family?
  • Does your dog act defensively, get irritable or growl if touched?
  • Does your pet have difficulty getting through the cat flap?
  • Is your pet sleeping or resting more than usual?
  • Is your cat sleeping in easier to reach places?
  • Is your cat spending less time hunting or going outdoors less frequently?
  • Is your cat’s fur becoming matted in hard to reach areas?
  • Is your cat more irritable when stroked/handled? Avoiding contact with the family and/or other pets?

If you think your pet is in need of a joint supplement for dogs or cats or are just generally concerned about your pet’s joint health, always contact your vet who can give you the best possible advice specific to your pet’s health needs.

 

 

 

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What to look for when buying pet joint supplements

pet joint supplement

With so many pet joint supplements on the market, it’s difficult to know what to look for when buying one for dogs and cats.

We’ve created this simple reference guide to help you understand what to look for when buying pet joint supplements for your four-legged friend:

Compare admin price per day – not price per capsule

On the face of it many pet joint supplements can appear good value, however many are very low in strength. It’s important to compare the milligrams (mg) strength of a product and how many mg’s each capsule/tablet delivers for the required need, as often many more capsules/tablets are required for a true comparison. By comparing the mg strength of a product and how many mg’s each capsule/tablet delivers for the admin price/day the true value of a product will be determined.

Purity of the product

Ensure products contain 100% active ingredients without any added bulking agents or fillers. You need to know exactly what a product contains. Avoid land animal sourced ingredients as they are cheap alternatives to marine or plant sourced ingredients. Always ensure ingredients are ethically sourced. Also ensure a product is made in the UK to the latest EU regulations and manufactured to GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards.

Guaranteed label claim

A respectable company will guarantee their label claim by stating the percentage purity (%) of their key active ingredients so you can be assured of consistent product quality and efficacy. There are only a handful of companies who will guarantee this.

Capsules over tablets

Tablets need to be bulked out with high fat binding agents thus reducing the purity of the product. Many overweight animals require pet joint supplements therefore it is counterproductive to feed them a high fat ‘treat’. Sprinkle capsules are low in fat and are more flexible for administration, look for sprinkle capsules that contain 100% active ingredient.

Independent trial data

Beware of company funded trial data where a biased outcome is always likely to be published. Always seek independent trial data which will provide an unbiased evaluation of ingredients and benefits.

Customer AND Veterinary Practice testimonials

Whilst you would expect a number of positive reviews from pet owners, a good measure of a joint supplement’s real value is whether Veterinary Professionals also believe in the product and are prepared to put their name to it.

Exclusivity to Veterinary Practices

Your vet understands your pet’s medical history better than anyone and is able to offer their best advice and provide the most appropriate one-to-one care for your pet. They are able to recommend the best possible products for your pet’s needs while also managing your pet’s health on a regular basis.

Find out more about Nutraquin and Nutraquin+ our high strength joint supplement for pets

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Understanding pet joint health

pet joint health

Understanding pet joint health can help to ensure your dog or cat’s mobility is managed well and they can lead a happy and healthy life.

Pet joint health can be complicated as joints are amazing pieces of biological engineering. They allow varying degrees of movement between bones in the body.

In reality, the design of joints differ in different parts of the body from the spine to the stifle (knee) or from the cranium to the carpus (wrist). The important components of a joint are given in the diagram below:

All movement in the body requires energy to produce an impulse or signal to be sent along a nerve to cause a muscle to contract. For example, for the blink of an eye or the heart to beat.

For locomotor movement, skeletal muscles have firm attachments via their tendons beyond the joints that are required to move. The joint’s direction of movement is dictated by the shapes of the bone ends that fit together and the joint is stabilised by the attachment of ligaments. Lubrication and friction free movement of the joint is essential and this is facilitated by two very important components of the joint: the articular cartilage and the synovial fluid.

Because of the complexity of joints and how easily they can be affected by every day use, it’s important to maintain them with the necessary nutrients and care to maintain their flexibility, mobility and comfort.

Supplements for pet joint health

Nutraquin+ is recommended by thousands of vets throughout the UK and Ireland. It aids and soothes stiff joints whilst promoting mobility and flexibility. It is especially useful as not only does it support joint structure and help maintain optimum joint health but it is fast acting.

If you are worried about your pet’s joint health, speak to your vet who is best placed to offer advice and monitor their joints with regular visits to the vet practice.

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Skin and coat concerns in pets

Skin and coat concerns in pets

Skin and coat concerns in pets are a common reason for pet owners to take a dog or cat to visit the vet.

Often pet owners want to help calm the pet’s sensitive, dry flaky skin and require a product that will soothe and reduce the itching to help make their pet more comfortable. In dogs it is particularly common for Terriers, Setters, Retrievers, Spaniels and Dalmatians to visit the vet with a need to aid it.

Recognising when to visit the vets

The underlying issue often relates to some cause of scratching, itching and redness of the skin. The causes and irritation can fall into several categories and to complicate matters some pets are affected by more than one cause. These can include things such as fleas, food allergies and an acute fatty balance.

How to manage a pet’s skin and coat

Your pet’s skin and coat can often benefit from a multimodal approach combining drug, nutraceutical, nutritional and environmental changes in a customised plan for your pet.

If fleas are a problem it is vital to speak to your vet about the best flea control products to treat both your pet and your home. It is estimated that 95% of flea eggs/larvae live in the home environment particularly in bedding and flooring, so these flea stages need controlling too.

Work with your vet on a plan to reduce allergy triggers for your pet. Household dust, plant pollen, lawn chemicals and diet can all cause allergies, or can build to a crescendo of allergies if the dog’s sensitivities cross a threshold. Frequent room vacuuming, air ionisers and baths in skin-soothing herbal or medicated shampoos can also help.

If you are worried about skin and coat concerns in pets, speak to you vet who is best placed to offer advice. Ask your vet about how Nutramega can help to maintain a healthy coat and skin for your pet.

Nutramega is recommended by thousands of vets throughout the UK and Ireland and contains high quality Omega-3 fatty acids and Vitamin E, which naturally calm sensitive skin, soothe dry, flaky skin and reduce itching and scratching.

 

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Omega-3 for dogs and cats

Omega-3 for dogs and cats

Omega-3 for dogs and cats can provide pets with itchy skin relief.

If you have an itchy pet, natural supplements with Omega-3 for dogs and cats can calm sensitive skin and help to reduce the itching and scratching.

Omega-3 is an essential fatty acid that the body needs but cannot produce naturally. Supplementing your pet’s diet with Omega-3 can not only support their skin and coat health, but also maintain healthy brain function and joint health.

Often cats and dogs unwittingly receive an unnatural diet, which is too high in Omega-6 fatty acids derived from high levels of cereals and vegetable proteins. Special Omega-3 fatty acids, particularly EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) and DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) from refined fish oil are particularly important to counteract the Omega 6 imbalance.

Sources of animal Omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA include, fish, fish oils, eggs from chickens fed EPA and DHA, squid oils and krill oil. Nutravet uses highly refined Omega-3 fish oil from ocean sardines. The fish oil is put through an exclusive 6-step manufacturing process to extract the beneficial Omega-3s EPA and DHA from the oil and refining to the highest quality strength. Refining the oil also removes heavy metals and other undesirable pollutants to ensure maximum purity.

Feeding additional Omega-6 fatty acids can worsen the condition of your pet’s skin, therefore, it’s important to consider the ratio of Omega-6 to Omega-3. Pets need both, but in the correct proportions.

Introducing your pet to Omega-3 supplements, such as Nutramega, which contains highly refined Omega-3 fish oil from ocean sardines, are particularly important to counteract the Omega-6 imbalance and do not include any added Omega-6 fatty acids.

Nutramega provides high strength nutritional support for itchy dogs and also includes d-biotin, which synthesises fatty acids and is important for maintaining healthy skin, coat and nails. If you are looking for Omega-3 for dogs and cats then Nutramega is recommended by vets throughout the UK as a high strength nutritional support for healthy skin and glossy coat.

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Behavioural issues in pets

Behavioural issues in pets

Stress and anxiety can lead to behavioural issues in pets, which they can demonstrate in a variety of ways.

As an owner, it’s never nice to see your dog or cat stressed but you may notice behaviour issues in pets in certain situations which cause stress for our four-legged friends. Pets can show signs of stress and anxiety in a number of ways.

For dogs this includes trembling, whining, destruction of property and sometimes aggression. Cats may spray urine, leave widespread vertical scratch marks on walls and furniture and in severe stress situations react aggressively towards people or other household pets.

If your dog is nervous or stressed easily this can be because of a number reasons, which can make certain situations stressful for pet owners. For example changes in their normal environment or routine can be the reason for a dog or cat to become nervous or stressed.

Both dogs and cats will choose to hide in enclosed safe places like under a bed or in a den. These symptoms can be caused by a number of stress factors such as loud noises, separation anxiety, travel and other stressful situations, such as: vet visits, fireworks, new pets or moving home.

If are worried about behavioural issues in pets then Nutracalm could help. Nutracalm is our fast acting natural calming supplement for dogs & cats. Nutracalm is recommended by thousands of vets throughout the UK and Ireland to naturally calm anxious pets, without any sedative effect.

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Pine Bark Extract for dogs and cats

Pine Bark Extract for dogs and cats

Pine Bark Extract for dogs and cats is important as it supports a pet’s natural systems that control inflammation.

Pine Bark Extract for dogs and cats is a key natural supplement for elderly pets. It is made from the bark of the maritime pine tree (Pinus pinaster), which contains naturally occurring chemicals called proanthocyanidins.

It is a powerful antioxidant which also supports an animal’s natural systems that control inflammation and it is useful in supporting cats and dogs with knocks and sprains.

Pine Bark Extract is a popular nutritional supplement for pets due to its numerous health benefits and is utilised as a key ingredient in Nutramed where it is combined with Boswellia Extract and Milk Thistle extract to create a specifically formulated supplement for dogs and cats that supports an animal’s natural systems which control inflammation and provides multi-modal support for joints, soft tissues and liver function as part of a customised plan for an animal.

Some senior pets need multimodal support due to a number of health issues. Like their owners, as pets age they can develop and endure health issues, such as reduced mobility or liver health problems.

Benefits of Pine Bark Extract natural supplements

  • Antioxidant properties
  • Supports the natural systems that control inflammation
  • Aids with knocks, sprains or post operative recovery

If you’re looking for Pine Bark Extract, then Nutramed is recommended by vets throughout the UK. Nutramed is a multimodal nutritional support for joints, soft tissues and liver function for dogs, cats and horses. Nutramed has been specifically formulated by vets to support an animal’s natural systems that control inflammation and provide multimodal support.

 

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Milk Thistle for dogs and cats

Milk Thistle for dogs and cats

Milk Thistle for dogs and cats is a key natural ingredient to support elderly pets due to its multi-health benefits.

Recent studies have shown to moderate the pro-inflammatory cascade as well as having a beneficial effect on aiding healthy liver function.

The liver is an important organ for pets. It has a number of important jobs to do, which include digestion and producing protein that is important for blood clotting, as well as removing toxins from their system. If a dog’s liver is not working properly, it might mean that they could benefit from extra support.

Signs that your dog may need liver support include:

  • Poor appetite
  • Weight loss
  • Increased thirst
  • Excessive drooling
  • Changes in their behaviour
  • Vomiting or diarrhoea
  • Lack of energy or depression

If your dog is showing any of these signs, it’s important to consult your vet, who will be able to offer the best advice with regards to your pet’s health needs.

The benefits of Milk Thistle for dogs, cats and horses

Milk Thistle is a plant from the daisy family. It is a bristly and prickly plant with a “milky” sap that comes out of the plant. Its leaves, fruits and seeds have been used for over 2000 years to naturally support joints, soft tissue, liver function, kidneys, and the gall bladder.

Milk Thistle contains an active ingredient called “silymarin” which is a chemical extracted from its seeds. It is an antioxidant and also supports the natural systems that control inflammation making it a useful natural ingredient for joint and liver supplements for dogs and cats. Specifically, silymarin and other related compounds stimulate new cell production, which makes Milk Thistle for dogs and cats a great and very effective herb to support healthy liver function.

Milk Thistle is one of the most effective herbs at stimulating the production and flow of bile, which helps to break down excess fat and prevents it from accumulating in the liver. Bile is also essential for the elimination of toxins in the body.

Why Nutramed is the best supplement for older dogs

Due to it’s benefits, Milk Thistle is one of the key ingredients of Nutramed as part of a combined group of natural ingredients that benefit dogs, cats and horses in need of joint, soft tissue and liver function support. If you are looking for a Milk Thistle supplement for dogs then Nutramed has been specifically formulated by vets to support an animal’s natural systems that control inflammation and provide multi-modal support for joints, soft tissues and liver function.

Nutramed is a particularly useful supplement for older dogs who need multiple health support. Increasingly, nutraceuticals are playing a beneficial multimodal role in aiding recovery, naturally. If you are looking for a natural liver supplement for dogs or cats, then Nutramed is recommended by vets throughout the UK as a triple strength formula and a natural alternative for animal healthcare.

 

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Boswellia for dogs, cats and horses

Boswellia for dogs and cats

Boswellia for dogs and cats plays an important role in maintaining healthy joint function, which can impact a pet’s everyday life.

Boswellia has been used for thousands of years and has over 400 independent clinical studies supporting its use. It has long been recognised for its fast acting support to the natural systems that control inflammation. Boswellia trees are native to North Africa and India, the particular species Boswellia serrata only grows in mountainous forests of western and central India.

The resin that is secreted naturally to protect the Boswellia tree is tapped and purified for use in powder form. This gum tree resin consists of essential oils, gum, and terpenoids. The terpenoid portion contains the boswellic acids that have been shown to be the active constituents within Boswellia.

According to early Ayurvedic texts, Boswellia was used in a number of areas such as: joint, respiratory and digestive support. More recent clinical studies have shown the efficacy of Boswellia for many more traditional uses.

The inclusion of Boswellia in nutraceutical joint support supplements for dogs and cats such as Nutraquin+ plays an important role in maintaining smooth and comfortable joint movement. Unlike some other alternative ingredients it does not cause damage to cartilage. Its use has yielded impressive research results.

This is because Boswellia:

  • Is not reported to have side effects even with long-term administration;
  • Does not cause glycosaminoglycan degradation, stomach irritation and joint degradation;
  • Is believed to maintain a healthy level of 5-lipoxygenase (5-LOX) activity, supporting leukotriene biosynthesis and thus helping to preserve the structural integrity of joint cartilage and maintaining a healthy immune mediator cascade.

In addition, Boswellia is believed to play a role in maintaining healthy matrix metalloproteinase (MMP) activity, which supports connective tissue structural composition. MMPs, are a large group of (zinc dependant) enzymes which cleave the constituents of the extracellular matrix and are thought to play a role in joint destruction.

Boswellia for dogs, cats and horses

Boswellia is a key ingredient in Nutraquin+ and Nutramed which are natural joint supplements for dogs, cats and horses, which contain the necessary high quality ingredients that help to maintain healthy joint function.

Benefits of Boswellia for joints:

  • Helps to maintain smooth and comfortable joint movement.
  • Will not cause damage to cartilage.
  • No reported side effects with long-term administration.
  • Does not cause glycosaminoglycan degradation, stomach irritation and joint degradation.
  • Helps to preserve the structural integrity of joint cartilage.

 

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Glucosamine for dogs and cats

Glucosamine for dogs

Glucosamine for dogs and cats is a key ingredient, which can help to naturally maintain optimum joint health.

Glucosamine is naturally found within the body of animals. It is needed to produce glycosaminoglycan (a molecule used in the formation and regeneration of cartilage and other body tissues). As animals get older the production of Glucosamine slows down thus supplementing with glucosamine for dogs and cats is important to help maintain the necessary levels needed to support healthy joint function, whilst promoting mobility, flexibility and aiding stiff joints.

Glucosamine is an essential building block of many parts of a dog’s joints, including ligaments, tendons, cartilage and synovial fluid. It helps cartilage to act as a shock absorber.

Glucosamine is an amino sugar made from shellfish or prepared in a lab. There are two forms: Glucosamine Sulphate and Glucosamine Hydrochloride (HCL). Glucosamine HCL is the highest quality, purest form of Glucosamine, it is more stable and occurs naturally in every living organism. Glucosamine HCL has more pure Glucosamine per gram for aiding cartilage formation.

Glucosamine for dogs and cats

Introducing a dog joint supplement that includes pure Glucosamine HCL, such as Nutraquin+ can help to maintain and build healthy joint tissue. Glucosamine when combined with Chondroitin Sulphate – a molecule naturally present in cartilage that gives cartilage elasticity and is believed to help maintain healthy cartilage and synovial fluid viscosity – can help to give extra joint protection and is also an important building block for cartilage, as well as supporting joint structure.

If you are looking for a glucosamine supplement for dogs then Nutraquin+ is an effective fast acting joint supplement for dogs and cats. Nutraquin+ is recommended by thousands of vets throughout the UK and Ireland.

Nutraquin+ includes a combination of glucosamine for dogs and chondroitin, as well as Boswellia Extract, which helps to maintain your pet’s quality of life by maintaining optimum joint health.

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Biotin for horses

Biotin for horses

Biotin for horses is important as it is a key ingredient to naturally aid and maintain the growth of healthy hooves.

Biotin is a Vitamin B coenzyme involved in two major keratinisation processes within the epidermal cells of the hoof. Keratinisation is vital for hoof elasticity and high tensile strength. Biotin for horses can aid and support hoof cracks.

Biotin supplemented at supra optimal levels produced a +15% higher midline growth. If a horse requires Biotin it is recommended they stay on it for life to maintain improved hoof condition.

Nutrahoof for horses

Nutrahoof is a high strength formula, which provides a novel and natural alternative for equine hoof care by providing a unique support for horses. Biotin is a key ingredient in Nutrahoof, a nutritional supplement for horses suffering with hoof related conditions.

Nutrahoof helps to support healthy hoof formation, which reduces problems such as cracked and brittle hooves. The unique formula contains very high levels of Biotin and over natural ingredients, such as Zinc and Vitamin E, which boost hoof keratinisation and minimise inflammation. The high strength formula aids health hoof growth and structure.

If you’re looking for biotin for horses, then Nutrahoof is recommended by vets throughout the UK as a high strength natural hoof support. Nutrahoof contains a unique combination of high strength natural ingredients that have been specifically formulated by vets specifically for horses.

Nutrahoof will help to:

  • Builds strong, healthy hooves
  • Helps improve hoof growth
  • Increases comfort
  • High strength formula
  • Easy administration

 

 

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Echinacea purpurea for horses

Echinacea purpurea for horses

Echinacea purpurea for horses is a key ingredients in hoof supplements to help maintain healthy and strong hooves.

Echinacea purpurea for horses is a traditional herb also known as the Purple Cone Flower. It has been used for centuries to aid immunity. Echinacea also has significant antioxidant properties and experiments have it shown it acts as a blood tonic for supporting and maintaining horses hooves that are weak and brittle.

Despite being tough and resilient keeping your horse’s hooves healthy can ensure they enjoy a better quality of life. Understanding what to look out for to support healthy hoof growth can be key to your horse remaining healthy and strong.

When taking care of your horse’s feet and hooves, things to look out for include:

  • Thrush
  • Punctures
  • Cracks
  • Abscess

Nutrahoof

Echinacea purpurea is a key ingredient in Nutrahoof, a nutritional supplement for horses suffering with hoof related conditions.

If you are looking for Echinacea purpurea, Nutrahoof is recommended throughout the UK and Ireland. Nutrahoof provides a novel and natural alternative for equine hoof care by providing a unique high strength formula to support horses hooves.

If you are concerned about your horse’s hoof health, we recommend that you consult your vet or farrier, who can advise the best solution for their health needs. Ask your vet about Nutrahoof, a unique formula, which is specifically developed for horses with weak, cracked and brittle hooves.

 

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GABA for dogs and cats

GABA for dogs and cats

GABA for dogs and cats is important as it is an important neurotransmitter in the brain and is responsible for relaxing the nervous system.

GABA – Gamma – Aminobutyric acid is a chemical made in the brain and is one of the most important neurotransmitters in your pet’s central nervous system. It sends messages through the brain and nervous system and is involved in regulating communication between brain cells. The role of GABA is to inhibit or reduce the activity of the neurons or nerve cells.

Too much activity within the central nervous system, such as that caused by stressful events can lead to anxious behaviours. GABA tells the brain to slow down and is responsible for relaxing the nervous system and a deficiency of it may lead to anxiety and phobias. Biochemically increased stress and anxiety is associated with deregulation of specific brain neurotransmitters, such as GABA, Serotonin and Dopamine.

Benefits of GABA for pets

  • Relaxes the nervous system
  • Reduces anxiety

Although due to misuse in the human market it is not allowed in human products however GABA is well recognised as a key, safe ingredient for calming supplements for pets, due to its significant benefits to reducing anxiety in dogs and cats. Oral supplementation with a natural calming product such as Nutracalm has independent scientific evidence of improved mood outcome by helping to normalise these complex biochemical receptors in the brain. 

In calming supplements for dogs and cats, GABA is commonly teamed with other natural ingredients, such as Passiflora Incarnata, L-Theanine and L-Trytophan.

If you’re looking for a GABA supplement for dogs and cats, then Nutracalm is highly recommended by vets throughout the UK for its fast-acting calming support for pets. Nutracalm has been specifically formulated by vets to naturally calm an anxious dog, cat or horse and to help reduce unwanted or unruly behaviour. Nutracalm helps to normalise neurotransmitter activity and reduce mood swings, without sedative effect.

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L-Theanine for dogs and cats

L-Theanine for dogs and cats

L-Theanine for dogs and cats is a key ingredient to naturally calm anxious pets.

L-Theanine is an amino acid component of Green Tea and is involved in Dopamine neurotransmitter function. It has been shown to have a calming effect in dogs and cats.

An anxious dog or cat is a common reason for pet owners to visit their vet to get advice. Stress in pets can be a familiar occurrence for many owners with a number of reasons why it happens. If you have an anxious dog or cat, they may show common signs, which include: aggression, a decreased appetite, increased vocalisation, their ears may be pulled or pinned back, and they could be trembling or shaking.

L-Theanine is a key ingredient in Nutracalm, a fast acting calming supplement for cats and dogs. It has been specifically formulated by vets to naturally calm anxious pets and to help reduce unwanted or unruly behaviour.

In pet calming supplements, L-Theanine is often teamed up with other natural ingredients such as GABA, Passiflora incarnata and L-Tryptophan to naturally calm pets.

If you’re looking for a calming supplement for dogs and cats with L-Theanine, then Nutracalm is recommended by vets throughout the UK. Nutracalm is specifically formulated to naturally calm anxious pets and help to reduce unwanted and unruly behaviour. It helps to normalise neurotransmitter activity and reduce mood swings, without a sedative effect.

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Passiflora Incarnata for dogs and cats

Passiflora Incarnata for dogs and cats

Passiflora Incarnata for dogs and cats is important to help reduce stress and anxiety and aid relaxation in pets.

Passiflora Incarnata is commonly known as passion flower. This extract has long been known for its ability to relax and reduce tension. Biochemical studies show that natural flavonoids are a key active ingredient and that Passiflora strengthens the effectiveness of GABA brain receptors which aids relaxation.

In pet calming supplements, Passiflora Incarnata is often teamed up with other natural ingredients such as GABA, and L-Tryptophan to naturally calm pets.

An anxious dog or cat is a common reason for pet owners to visit their vet to get advice. Stress in pets can be a familiar occurrence for many owners with a number of reasons why it happens.

If you have an anxious dog or cat, they may show common signs, which include: aggression, a decreased appetite, increased vocalisation, their ears may be pulled or pinned back, and they could be trembling or shaking.

Passiflora Incarnata is a key ingredient in Nutracalm, a fast acting calming supplement for cats and dogs. It has been specifically formulated by vets to naturally calm anxious pets and to help reduce unwanted or unruly behaviour.

If you’re looking for Passiflora Incarnata for dogs and cats, then Nutracalm is recommended by vets throughout the UK as a natural pet calming supplement.

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Zinc for horses

Zinc for horses

Zinc for horses is a key ingredient to help support healthy hooves.

Zinc helps to prevent the destruction of keratin and is involved in the health and integrity of the hoof. Studies on groups of horses with poor hoof horn quality have shown lower Zinc blood and hoof levels than those horses with normal feet. This may be due to individual Zinc absorption, metabolism, or retention abnormalities.

Despite being tough and resilient keeping your horse’s hooves healthy can ensure they enjoy a better quality of life. Understanding what to look out for to support healthy hoof growth can be key to your horse remaining healthy and strong.

nutrahoof for horses

Zinc is a key ingredient in Nutrahoof, a nutritional supplement for horses suffering with hoof related conditions. Nutrahoof uses use two forms of Zinc including Zinc picinolate, which has better absorption properties for animals with impaired Zinc absorption or retention.

If you’re looking for Zinc for horses, then Nutrahoof is recommended by vets throughout the UK. Nutrahoof is specifically formulated for horses suffering with weak, cracked and brittle hooves. Nutrahoof provides a novel and natural alternative for equine hoof care by providing a unique high strength formula to support horses suffering from hoof related problems.

 

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Introducing Nutrabio for dogs and cats

Nutravet is pleased to announce the release of Nutrabio for dogs and cats.

Launched at the BSAVA Congress 2016 in Birmingham, Nutrabio is a high potency veterinary strength paste that has been specially developed by using a unique combination of proven natural ingredients to help restore the natural digestive balance in dogs and cats.

Digestion is a common reason for pet owners visiting the Vets. Bacteria can flourish and multiply extremely quickly in pets resulting in flatulence and frequent runny or loose stools.
Nutrabio helps maintain normal digestive function by containing natural Probiotic Bacteria (Enterococcus faecium) together with a unique extract of Sweet Basil, Prebiotics and Kaolin to soothe the intestinal tract.

Nutrabio benefits;

  • Helps maintain normal digestive function
  • Promotes friendly bacteria
  • Replenishes natural balance of gut bacteria
  • Binds toxins
  • Improves stool consistency
  • Highly palatable natural formula
  • Reduces flatulence

The powerful natural ingredients in Nutrabio work in the following ways:

Probiotic (Enterococcus faecium) – The high strength Nutrabio formula administers 4 billion Enterococcus faecium cells per 2ml notch to support the gut’s own healthy bacteria. Research has shown that Enterococcus faecium helps to normalise faecal consistency.

Prebiotics (FOS and MOS) – Studies have shown that supplementing prebiotics such as Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS) and Mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS) can increase the number of beneficial bacteria in the gut while blocking bad bacteria.

Sweet Basil Extract – Unique to Nutrabio, Sweet Basil Extract is a palatable ingredient that has several important effects on gastrointestinal health and digestive balance.

Kaolin – Kaolin acts as an adsorbent. Adsorbents work by binding toxins and removing them from the gut. Kaolin also absorbs water helping to firm up loose stools.

Nutrabio composition:

(Feed Materials/Additives): Enterococcus faecium DSM 10663 NCIMB 10415 (4b1707), 2 x1012 cfu/Kg, Sunflower and Canola Oil, Kaolin Clay 100g/Kg, Sweet Basil Extract, Fructo-oligosaccharides (FOS), Mannan-oligosaccharides (MOS) and Yeast Extract.

Nutrabio is available for order with immediate effect and will be sold exclusively through veterinary practices. The administration rate is determined by the weight of the animal. As with all Nutravet products, Nutrabio is manufactured with minimal environmental impact and sustainability in mind whilst the packaging is made from 100% recycled materials.

For further information on Nutrabio email [email protected], or call 0845 604 1688.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Introducing Nutracalm for horses

Due to the popularity of Nutracalm for dogs & cats, we are delighted to release Nutracalm for horses.

Nutracalm is specifically formulated to naturally aid relaxation in stressful situations as well as supporting long term behavioural issues. Nutracalm for horses helps to normalise neurotransmitter activity and reduce mood swings, without the side effects associated with some drugs.

Horses are naturally fearful and flighty animals and can be subject to stress from many seasonal, environmental and human factors. Routine stressors can include, transport, contact with people, injury and competition. Horses can exhibit anxiety and stress in a variety of ways including, tail swishing, pawing, snorting, neighing, shaking, rearing and bucking. These symptoms can be caused by a number of individual stress factors. Nutracalm has been developed with these factors in mind.

Nutracalm benefits:

  • Naturally reduces stress
  • Calms behaviour
  • Fast acting
  • High strength
  • Easy administration
  • 100% natural

Each 10g scoop contains:
555mg – Passiflora incarnata Extract
1g – L-Tryptophan (99% Pure)
500mg – L-Theanine (98% Pure)
4.5g – Magnesium Oxide
800mg – Thiamin Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1)
800mg – Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3)
150mg – Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6)
100mg – Inositol (Vitamin B8)
650μgw – Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)

Nutracalm for horses is available to order with immediate effect and is sold exclusively through authorised Veterinary Practices.

As with all Nutravet products, Nutracalm for horses is manufactured with minimal environmental impact, produced from ethically sourced raw materials with sustainability in mind.

To request further information on Nutracalm for horses please email [email protected]or call us on 0845 604 1688

 

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Introducing Nutrahoof

Nutravet is proud to announce the release of Nutrahoof.

Nutrahoof has been specifically formulated for horses suffering with weak, cracked and brittle hooves and contains Biotin, Zinc, Methionine Vitamin E and Echinacea to improve elasticity and hoof growth. Nutrahoof should be fed continuously for horses who have had a history of soft, brittle, cracked or eroded hooves to maintain healthy hoof condition.

Nutrahoof can help to:

  • Build strong, healthy hooves
  • Improve hoof growth
  • Increase comfort
  • High strength formula
  • Easy administration

Nutrahoof is available now to purchase from Authorised Veterinary Practices. Find out more about Nutrahoof here