SUMMARY:
ROYAL
CANIN Veterinary DietTM/MC canine MOBILITY
SUPPORT JS 21TM/MC is formulated for
the adult dog and contains a unique ingredient, Green-Lipped Mussel Powder
(Perna canaliculus), to help promote joint health. This food
has been manufactured with a patented process to ensure the efficacy of
this ingredient.
INDICATIONS: |
CONTRAINDICATIONS: |
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For adult dogs with degenerative
joint disease (osteoarthritis) |
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Growing
puppies |
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For dogs at risk of developing
degenerative joint disease |
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Pregnant
or lactating bitches |
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Risk factors include: |
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Obesity |
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Advanced age |
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Very active lifestyle (i.e., working
dogs, hunting dogs) |
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Large and giant breeds |
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History of joint injury or trauma |
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Genetic pre-disposition |
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RATIONALE:
Joint disease is common in older pets, especially in overweight dogs of
the large or giant breeds. Green-Lipped Mussel Powder (GLMP) from Perna
canaliculus is an ingredient that has been studied for its unique
ability to promote joint health.
Although it is not clear which components of GLMP
are responsible for its unique properties, GLMP is known to contain many
constituents which may contribute to improved joint function. These constituents
include several anti-inflammatory fatty acids [eicosatetraenoic acid (ETA),
eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)], chondroitin
sulfate (a glycosaminoglycan constituent of cartilage), glutamine (a glycosaminoglycan
precursor), antioxidants, and antioxidant co-factor minerals (zinc, copper,
and manganese).
Clinical studies have shown that GLMP significantly
improves overall arthritic scores, joint pain, and joint swelling in dogs
with clinical signs of osteoarthritis. MOBILITY SUPPORT JS 21TM/MC
has a slightly restricted calorie
content to help control weight in less active dogs easing stress on their
joints. It is antioxidant enriched to help maintain the dog’s natural
defense system and help fight the effects of oxidative damage and the
production of free radicals. The GLMP used in MOBILITY SUPPORT JS 21TM/MC
is obtained from farm-raised mussels in New Zealand and is incorporated
into the diet using a patented process to ensure delivery of this ingredient
in the finished pet food.
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REFERENCES:
Bui LM,, Bierer TL. The influence
of green-lipped mussels (Perna canaliculus). Veterinary Therapeutics 2:101-111,
2001.
Bui LM., Bierer TL. Changes in blood minerals, antioxidants
and fatty acids in dogs fed green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus). FASEB
J 14(4): A749-521.11, 2000.
Bui LM,, Pawlowski K., Bierer TL. The
influence of green-lipped mussel powder (Perna canaliculus) on alleviating
arthritic signs in dogs (abstract). FASEB J 14(4): A218, 2000.
Bui LM, Pawlowsk, K, Bierer T. A semi-moist treat containing
green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus) can help alleviate arthritic signs
in dogs (abstract). FASEB J 14(4): A748, 2000..
Bui LM. Arthritis management in dogs through diet. Waltham
Focus 10(2): 32-33, 2000.
Bui LM, Pawlowski K, Bierer TL. Improvement of arthritic
symptoms in dogs fed green-lipped mussel (Perna canaliculus). Waltham
International Symposium-Pet Nutrition Coming of Age-Canada:23, 2001.
Bui LM, Taylor F. Nutritional Management of arthritis
in dogs. Waltham Focus–Advances in Clinical Nutrition 10(2): 64-69,
2000.
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