One proprietary product, a blend of sodium chondroitin sulfate, glucosamine hydrochloride and manganese ascorbate, has been the subject of several canine and equine studies. Researchers then evaluated cartilage metabolism with blood samples and a bovine cartilage culture system. Relative to presupplement values, the supplementation produced notable increases in blood amino sugars, which are markers of cartilage and cell metabolism. These data suggest the product may benefit dogs with hip dysplasia and other arthritic diseases. Controlled studies on these specific conditions remain to be performed.
Good products require good scientific research.
The burgeoning pet supplements market should have the same level of product scrutiny and integrity as we strive for with supplements for humans. This will lead to healthier pets as well as happier owners. Meydani M, et al. Effect of vitamin E supplementation on plasma E and immune response of young and old beagle dogs. 3.Obra R, et al.