Flex 2500 Review - Does This Dog Joint Supplement Really Work?

Flex 2500 (Glucosamine Joint supplement for dogs): Overview

Flex 2500 is manufactured by Vedco and is used to promote joint health, minimize pain and inflammation for dogs with arthritis and other joint problems related to aging. It is available in both soft chew and granule form.

Flex 2500: Details

The product contains Glucosamine, MSM, Creatine, Green Lipped Mussel, Omega-3 fatty acids and other vitamins and minerals and claims to help rebuild cartilage, cushion joints and insulate bones from friction. It also helps to increase energy and strengthen muscles. The product is administered in a 4-6 week period dependant on the dog size. The initial dose for a small dog 5-15lbs can be anything from ½ chew per day (1/4 scoop) to 5 chews per day (2.5 scoops) for dogs weighing more than 100lbs. After this maintenance doses are listed. The product costs $37.87 for 120 soft chews and $48.77 for 960gm granules although costs may vary depending on where you buy this product. There is no product specific website but information regarding doses and ingredients can be found via third party website or Vedco.com.

Good about Flex 2500

• Can be purchased from VetDepot and other trusted pet supply websites.
• Can be purchased in granule or soft chew form.
• Contains Glucosomine a natural ingredient widely used for osteoarthritis in humans and animals and found in many joint supplement products on the market.

Bad about Flex 2500

• No product specific website providing a one stop shop for product information, testimonials and customer service support. Instead consumers must search online for product information and third party sites offering this product.
• Contains ingredients found in most other competitor products, ingredients can also be bought separately from most Vet health supply stores.
• Some research suggests a combination of Glucosamine and Chrondroitin works better to improve health of joint cartilage.

Conclusion

Apart from containing Glucosamine which can be found in most competitor products or bought separately, this product seems unremarkable. As dog supplements are not as strictly regulated as prescriptive treatments the credibility of the manufacturer can be very important and should be a consideration when buying these products. The lack of product website and access to clinical studies may affect this products credibility for some consumers. Flex 2500 only contains Glucosamine whereas research shows a combination of Glucosamine and Chrondroitin may prove more effective. This product may provide a step up from buying Glucosamine separately due to its additional ingredients of vitamins and antioxidants. Comparing the cost per day of this product as oppose to buying the ingredients separately may prove more cost effective. If you are looking for a more effective and unique joint supplement there may be more competitive products on the market.