Dogs liked them and Vet thinks they're a "great idea"
February 17, 2010
I have three rescued shepherds- One of which is now 12 years old. About 2 years ago I was looking for a joint supplement that would help the oldest be a little less stiff in the unforgiving winters. I came across these joint treats and never looked back. Purchased them on sale for 8.65 and ordered a few to get the free shipping. All three of the dogs like them- the smell is sort of like black licorice. They are soft enough to push pills into (which is very handy). I have not met a dog yet that didnt like the taste either. My three get very excited just to see/ smell this bag opening. The oldest and largest dog I own- weighing into the 41-80 lbs range gets 2-3 of these treas a day. So a bag for just that one dog lasts less than 1 month. Still a pretty good deal I think, especially if it means he is comfortable in the winter- not stiff and in pain. Sincle all three of my dogs like these and they can be used for multiple purposes- I go through these fast and order ON SALE, in bulk, and at the onset of winter to get stocked up. They've shipped quickly and accurately everytime so far.As far an ingredients go: Made in the USA (always makes ME feel better). Distributed by Pet Health Solutions. Per treat (60 in ea. bag) here is the "NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION": Glucosamine HCI- 300mg, MethylSulfonylMethane (MSM)- 300mg, Creatine Monohydrate- 250mg, Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA)- 18mg, Vitamin E- 50IU, Manganese- 6mg, Zinc- 0.6mg. The listed "INGREDIENTS" are stated on my bag as: Glucosamine HCI, MethylSulfonylMethane (MSM), Marine Lipid Concentrates, Soybean Oil, Natural Meat Flavors (non-Bovine Origin), Vitamin E, Manganeses Sulfate, Zinc Sulfate. Says on the front of the bag, Organic and only 10 calories per treat.The VET: Recently my 12 year old is in need of some stronger pain relief as the result of a play injury to his hips. So after a trip to the Vet we are using these Joint Treats and a prescription pain killer until he feels better. I brought this bag into the Vets office so he could look them over and he said that it was a Great Idea to keep these around. He was impressed that it had all the ingredients that he felt were needed in ageing, aching dogs. Of course that was all I needeed to be reminded to write a review for these treats. I hope they work for you and your beloved pet too!
* This product review was collected by the manufacturer.