Purina Joint Mobility Review: Does this Dog Food Product Really Work

Purina Veterinary Diets® JM Joint Mobility® Canine Formula: Overview

Purina Veterinary Diets® JM Joint Mobility® Canine Formula is a dry dog food which provides balanced nutrition for both young and older dogs. It helps to reduced arthritic symptoms whilst strengthening joints.

Purina Veterinary Diets® JM Joint Mobility® Canine Formula: Details

Purina JM Joint Mobility® Canine Formula is a high protein: calorie ratio product that helps to address arthritic joint problems in dogs due to aging or from exercise. The product contains high EPA, Omega 3, fatty acids, anti-oxidants for tissue strength and glucosamine for health cartilage tissue. Dosage is measured in 8oz cups per day and varies for adult dogs and puppies. Adult dogs weighing 3-12lbs receive 3/8-1 cup per day increasing to 4-3/4 cups for dogs 100lbs over. 3/8 cups per 10lbs should be added for dogs over 100lbs. A comprehensive dosing list for both adults and puppies can be found on the Purina website. This product is available in dry or canned food and can be purchased as a case of 12 13.3oz cans or 6, 18 and 32lbs bags. This product is available from third party websites for $19.99 for 6lb bag, $39.99 for 18lbs and $65.99 for 32lbs. A case of 12 13.3oz cans can be purchased for $17.99. Purina suggests this product can be used to compliment Dental Chewz™ and Lite Snackers® Canine Treats.

Good about Purina Veterinary Diets® JM Joint Mobility® Canine Formula

• Purina is a reputable manufacturer.
• Highly palatable taste.
• High protein calorie: ratio with dry dog food containing 408 kcal/cup and canned providing 426 kcal/cup.
• Available as dry food or canned.
• Special offers are available on the manufacturer website including rebate coupons which can be downloaded and used against your next purchase.

Bad about Purina Veterinary Diets® JM Joint Mobility® Canine Formula

• No clinical studies regarding the effectiveness of this product although glucosamine is proven to be useful in joint health.

Conclusion

Purina is a highly reputable manufacturer of dog care products. As oppose to using a joint care supplement, Purina Joint Mobility provides a way of combining joint health care as part of your dog’s daily diet. This may also help to reduce the cost of purchasing additional supplements. It does contain very high levels of Glucosamine, important for joint health however they may not contain additional active ingredients found in many other joint supplements. This product may be useful for preventative or milder symptoms or may be supplemented with more comprehensive joint care supplements currently on the market.