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Reduces Pain and
Inflammation
VetSmart Formulas powerful anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties protect dogs from stiffness and pain and help to keep their joints healthy, mobile, and strong.
Restores The "Building Blocks"
of Joint Cartilage
Cartilage is the rubbery connective tissue that holds your bones together. Inflammation and constant wear and tear can erode your dog’s cartilage, causing the bones to rub painfully together.
Replenishes Lubricating Fluid
within The Joints
Just like a car or bike chain, your dog’s joints need “grease” to move smoothly and without friction. By replacing the lubricating fluid within the joints, you help your dog remain healthy and active.
Binds and Deactivates Dangerous
Free Radicals
Every day, your dog is exposed to free radicals that can cause oxidative damage to its cells, tissues, and organs. Neutralizing these free radicals boosts your dog’s immune system and overall wellbeing.
Support Your Pet's Natural
Healing Process
The active ingredients help your dog’s joints, tissues, and organs heal faster so they move out of pain and back into the healthy and active lifestyle they love.
NOW is the best time to protect your pet against arthritis and other joint issues.
Arthritis is usually seen as an “old dog’s disease.” But younger dogs get it too! According to the Arthritis Foundation, one out of every five dogs over the age of one suffers from painful or crippling joint issues.
And as dogs get older, the risks keep going up.
Studies show that 60% of dogs 7 years or older suffer from arthritis – and that percentage continues to skyrocket as your dog enters his senior years.
That’s why the best time to start protecting your pets from possible joint issues is NOW – before they start developing any symptoms.
Order NowWhich dogs are most at risk?
CHUBBY DOGS
One big reason veterinarians are seeing more dogs with early stage arthritis is because they are overweight. Obesity in dogs is a huge risk factor for joint issues. In fact, according to the VCA Animal Hospitals, 50% of dogs are obese! Fat cells contribute to inflammation, which causes stiffness and pain. On top of that, your pet’s joints simply weren’t built to handle the extra weight. This results in unnecessary wear and tear and leads to long-term damage.
ACTIVE AND INACTIVE DOGS
Dogs that are extremely active can also be at risk of developing arthritis. All of that running and jumping and turning on a dime adds a lot of extra stress to the joints! On the flip side, dogs that spend most of their time snoozing on the couch and never get much exercise tend to experience more stiffness and mobility problems than dogs who get a good amount of physical activity on a regular basis.
BIG DOGS
Everybody loves a big floofball, which is why dogs such as labradors, golden retrievers, German and Australian shepherds, Bernese Mountain Dogs, and all of the “doodle” breeds are so popular these days.
But the larger the breed, the greater the risk of joint problems. Large dogs are more prone to hips and elbow dysplasia and other issues which can impact their mobility and wellbeing. Because of their size, they have to carry a lot of weight around, which causes wear and tear, and stress and inflammation on their joints.
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Key Ingredients
Glucosamine
Derived from shellfish.Alleviates joint wear by synthesizing collagen in the cartilage and reducing inflammation to maximize lubrication and cushioning between the bones.
Chondroitin
A veterinarian recommended natural ingredient that reduces inflammation in the joint by inhibiting destuctive enzymes in joint fluid and cartilage.
Polygonum
A flowering plant that increases stamina, endurance and promotes good brain health. Also fights aging and protects pets from heart disease, diabetes, and other health issues.
MSM
Derived form phytoplankton. Contains natural anti-inflammatory and pain-killing properties. Also enhances cortisol and increases the absorption of vitamins and amino acids.
Vitamin C
This important antioxidant that eliminates harmful free radivals, prevents tissue and collagen degeneration, and reduces inflammation.
Manganese
A powerful mineral that is found in nuts, legumes, seeds, and leafy green vegetables that imporoves bone mass and decreases inflammation and pain associated with arthritis.
Hyaluronic Acid
Derived from root vegetables, this polysaccharide is one of the main components of joint fluid. It has been safely used since the 1970's to treat arthritis and other joint diseases in animals.
Vitamin E
This fat-soluble antioxidant protects cells form free radicals, promotes better cell function and fat metabolism. Helps develop healthy muscles and circulation and a strong immune system.
What makes VetSmart Formulas Early Stage Hip + Joint Complex the best preventative supplement for your dog?
There are a lot of Glucosamine/MSM products on the market for pets these days. Sadly, many of these products are made with low-quality ingredients. Or they contain such small amounts of the active ingredients they have little to no impact on your pet!
VetSmart Formulas Early Stage Hip + Joint Complex is a proprietary blend of veterinarian-strength ingredients that meet the highest standard that veterinarians demand. It is formulated to be safe for use over long periods of time and contains only the highest-quality ingredients in the right amounts that have been tested in US laboratories to ensure maximum effectiveness.
Why preventative action is essential
Dogs tend to hide their discomfort. It’s evolutionary – showing pain is a sign of weakness that could cause their pack to abandon them or indicate to predators on the prowl that they’re an easy target.
That’s why dogs won’t let you know when they’re experiencing pain until it’s so severe they can no longer hide it.
Only YOU can help your dog – so it’s up to you to prevent problems before they happen. Experts agree that a great way to do that is to give your dog a high-quality natural supplement that helps to support your dog’s joint health and mobility and protect your beloved pet from the inevitable effects of aging.
Because no matter how good your dog’s diet is, chances are he’s not getting all of the nutrients he needs to maintain optimum joint health and combat the wear and tear of everyday life.
Made in the USA to the highest quality standards
VetSmart Formulas is made in the USA in FDA audited facilities which adhere to cGMP and are audited by Underwriter Labs.
Every ingredient is carefully inspected and tested before processing, ensuring a consistently safe, high-quality product for your beloved dog’s health.
Frequently Asked Questions
Glucosamine sulfate is a well-researched form of glucosamine that provides more cartilage support and pain relief than glucosamine hydrochloride. The glucosamine sulfate in our products is naturally derived from shellfish, whereas some other glucosamine products are produced in a laboratory.
If you forget to give your dog its daily dose of Early Stage Hip + Joint Complex at the regular time, give it when you remember, so long as it’s not close to the next scheduled dose. Do not double up on the dosage as it could lead to adverse health effects.
VetSmart Formulas Advanced Hip + Joint Complex is our premier supplement for healthy joints and includes very powerful and hard-to-source ingredients that increase its impact – but also its price. If your dog is in the early stages of dealing with joint issues, or currently isn’t showing any signs of discomfort or pain, Early Stage Hip + Joint Complex is a great preventative supplement that will help protect your dog from the onset of arthritis and other joint problems. If you want to go the extra step of offering maximum protection, or if your dog is already showing pronounced signs of suffering from degenerative joint disease, Advanced Hip + Joint Complex will help alleviate your dog’s discomfort and help him become healthier and more active.
VetSmart Formulas are designed for veterinarians. This means they deliver the clinical-strength quality and efficacy veterinarians demand in products they provide and recommend. They are wheat-free and contain no artificial colors or flavors. Moreover, they are safe for dogs with allergies and can be used along with most prescription medications.
Early Stage Hip + Joint Complex can be used as a replacement for:
- Extend Joint Care
- Cosequin
- Dasuquin w/MSM
- GlycoFlex3
- ActivePhy
- Winston’s Joint System
- Flexicose Plus
- SynoviG4
Thousands of dogs in all sizes and weights continue to benefit every month from VetSmart Formulas as relief from arthritis and joint pain.
If your dog has a situation similar to the other dogs you may have read about in our reviews, then this product may likely help your dog too.
Early Stage Hip + Joint Complex is beneficial for:
- Arthritis
- Inflammation
- Hip Dysplasia
- Knee Dysplasia
- ACL Tears
- Limps
- Atrophy in Leg & Knee
- Alertness
- Improved mobility
- Increased Energy
- Joint Metabolism
That being said, every dog is unique and unfortunately there are some dogs that have problems this product cannot solve. This is exactly why we offer a 30 day risk-free money back guarantee. Give it a try and your dog will thank you!
VetSmart Formulas are also used to prevent against arthritis and joint pain in all active dogs especially:
- Highly active dogs
- Working dogs
- Dogs who do sports and compete
According to feedback from our customers, most dogs LOVE the organic beef flavor in this product and they look forward to it every day as a treat!
Easy! Simply break up the tablet and toss it in your dog’s food. Your pet will love the organic beef flavor!
Yes! Although the product is formulated for dogs, the all-natural ingredients will help your cat’s joint pain. The combination of Glucosamine, Chondroitin, MSM, and all the vitamins and amino acids will reduce inflammation, pain, and keep your cat healthy and mobile.
For use with cats, you will need to adjust the dosage as follows:
- Small cats up to 8 lbs: Take 1/2 tablet daily
- Larger cats 8 to 15lbs: Take 1/2 tablet twice daily
- Simply crumble the tablets up and toss them in with your cat's dry or canned food.
Our product is generally safe for dogs with diabetes. However, if your dog has any health issues, we always recommend that you obtain your veterinarian’s approval prior to use.
Beef is not an active ingredient in the Advanced Hip + Joint Complex, but a small amount is used as a natural flavoring. Our organic beef flavouring is made from USDA-inspected beef. It is uniquely processed, leaving very little of the reactive proteins available. By NOT having a full protein mass it can be used in "hypo-allergenic" diets and is generally considered safe for dogs with allergies.
If you know that your dog has a specific beef allergy, or you suspect this may be the case, we suggest that you contact your veterinarian and discuss the beef flavoring that we use. And when in doubt, with your veterinarian’s approval we also suggest using a small or partial dose to observe possible allergic symptoms, and then decide to use or discontinue use. We offer a 30-day money back guarantee.
You may also want to use our Advanced Hip + Joint Complex formula instead as it comes in chicken flavor and has no beef-related ingredients at all.
Yes, if your dog has a sensitive stomach try easing into the full-strength dose indicated on the label over a 2-week period. It’s also helpful to use our VetSmart Probiotic Nutrient Enhancer to balance your dog’s gut.
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If you’re trying this product for the first time and only want to start with 1 bottle, we only charge you our cost of $5.95 for postage and handling. (US Domestic)
Call your vet immediately and explain the situation. If your vet is not available, contact the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435.
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My dogs on Vetsmart
My three Airedales and also a little Hospice foster I was taking care of were all on Vetsmart glucosamine for years. It gave my former dogs (14 & 17 yrs old) longer walking and ability to do the things they love.
Not a day goes by that I give them these supplements.
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Pet Wellness Direct
Hi Rhonda,
Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with Vetsmart supplements for your Airedales and your sweet Hospice foster! 🐾 It's heartwarming to hear that these supplements have provided your dogs with the mobility and comfort they need to enjoy life to the fullest. Your dedication to their well-being shines through, and your little foster is undoubtedly receiving the best care.
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Ellie
I’m sure it help a Labrador get around. Has been taking it for years!!
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Hi Gerry! 🐾🌟
It's wonderful to hear about Ellie's remarkable journey with Advanced Hip + Joint Complex; the picture you've shared of her is heartwarming. Ellie's dedication to taking it for years is impressive, and we're delighted to know that it has been helping her, especially being a Labrador who loves to stay active. Thank you for trusting our product to support her mobility and well-being.
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No sign of improvement. My dog a Red Hound mix "Red", female 6 yrs old showing signs of rear hip issues. I've been giving her three pills of the Advanced Hip ... a day with no signs of improvement.
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Hi Charles, 🐾🌟
Thank you for sharing your experience with us; we truly appreciate your feedback. We're sorry to hear that you haven’t seen any signs of improvement while taking the Advanced Hip + Joint Complex. We understand how concerning this must be for both you and your pup. Every dog is unique, and their response to supplements can vary. If you have any questions or need further assistance, don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to support you in any way we can.
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We Love Pet Wellness Direct!!
We absolutely love this product! My dog is now 10 years old and is more active and can still play and jump up on the bed. We’ve been using this for several years now. It is truly amazing and a great formula for my Rocco!
Thank You Pet Wellness Direct!!!
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Hi Victoria! 🐕🌼
Your love for your furry friend Rocco shines through your words, and we're overjoyed to hear about his fantastic progress with Advanced Hip + Joint Complex! 🍄❤️Seeing him thrive and even jump onto the bed is truly remarkable, and we're honored to have contributed to his well-being over the years. Here's to many more playful moments, wagging tails, and joyful years ahead!
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Good stuff!
Moved to this because pup (11yo) refused to take Adequan. Since the change to
VetSmart, I've seen a marked improvement in his ability and comfort to navigate stairs. Much appreciated!
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Hi David! A warm welcome to the Vetsmart family! Your testimonial and the photo you shared are greatly appreciated. What a handsome pup you have! We're excited to hear about his journey and well-being as time goes on.