Greenies Joint Care Reviews - Does this Dog Supplement Really Work?

Greenies Joint Care: Overview

Manufacturers The Nutro Company, describe Greenies Joint Care as "joint care canine treats that protect joint mobility by providing essential nutrients for healthy joints".

Greenies Joint Care: Details

Like most supplements on the market Greenies Joint Care contains the active ingredients Glucosamine and Chondroitin. However it claims to be the only treats in the US pet specialty stores to be made with Green-Lipped Mussel, a natural source of these ingredients, as well as a natural source of omega-3 fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins and minerals. These ingredients are beneficial for joint mobility and cartilage maintenance. Of interest is that the product also acts as a weight management product due to its calorie content. 28 daily treats can be found for approximately $28 from many third party websites.

Good about Greenies Joint Care

• Voted product of the year 2011 (Consumer Survey of Product Innovation)
• Easy to navigate website which includes, videos, articles, detailed information, store locator including a specific section for Veterinarians
• Clinical studies have been carried out by Waltham, "the worlds leading authority on Pet care and nutrition®", demonstrating the beneficial effect of the product
• Money back guarantee
• Can be used as part of weight management treatment
• Coupons and offers available on website
• Canadian version of the website is available
• Independent research found through internet search, discuss the effectiveness Green lipped mussel for joints
• Claims to have "unbeatable taste"

Bad about Greenies Joint Care

• Clinical studies are not available on The Nutro website but Walthams does have its own site where further information may be found
• Product is not available for purchase from the manufacturer website, only available from pet supply stores or third party websites
• There are other products on the market containing Green Lipped mussel although these may not necessarily be available in US pet specialty stores as per the manufacturers claim

Conclusion

This product stands out in terms of its calorie content and how this is marketed as a tasty treat with unbeatable taste. Its use of Green-Lipped Mussel sets this product apart from typical supplements on the market. The website is very user friendly and the amount of information found here is a major plus. Voted product of the year in 2011 and with product specific clinical studies, as well as independent research supporting the effectiveness of green-lipped mussel extract for arthritis, this product is a strong competitor in joint supplements for dogs.