Our Bovine Cartilage for dogs and cats provides type II collagen as well as other important cartilage supporting nutrients like chondroitin sulfate. This supplement will help to support tissue called hyaline cartilage that is widespread in the body and found in areas such as the ends of bones in free-moving joints (called articular cartilage), at the ends of the ribs and forming a major structural component of the nose, larynx, trachea, and bronchi.
*Please note: Previously we had used an enzymatically processed trachea powder that resulted in a lighter color. We have switched to a 100% freeze-dried trachea powder that is not processed and is the true color (deeper brown) of a bovine trachea. We believe processing loses some of the components found in whole trachea and decided to switch to the whole tissue with all the rich natural compounds present. Trachea is largely comprised of hyaline cartilage and that is why we use it for our Bovine Cartilage supplement. This product is sourced from New Zealand, pasture-raised bovine.
Available in a 60 gram container.
Active Ingredients per 375 mg (1/8 tsp scoop):
100% bovine tracheal cartilage from New Zealand pasture-raised cattle. Providing a natural source of:
Type II Collagen
Mucopolysaccharides
- Glycosaminoglycans
- Proteoglycans
- Chondroitin Sulfate
Inactive Ingredients: None
For use in dogs and cats only. Supports the maintenance and repair of various cartilage throughout the body.
Directions for Use:
Provide one 1/8 tsp scoop per 15 lbs of animal weight daily. This is a minimum suggested serving and may be increased 2 - 3x with more severe needs. Mix with water and blend into food.
*Best served prior to main meal when possible for best absorption. Mix in small amount of treat food such as apple sauce, pumpkin, yogurt etc...
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Serving suggestions are provided in the table below. Estimate serving as best you can and realize this is a whole food supplement so giving a little more or less will not hurt your dog or cat.
| Weight | Recommended Serving | Advanced Use |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 5 lbs | 1 /2 of 1/8 tsp | 1/8 tsp |
| 6 - 10 lbs | just under 1/8 tsp | rounded 1/8 tsp |
| 11 - 15 lbs | 1/8 tsp | 1/4 tsp |
| 16 - 20 lbs | slightly rounded 1/8 tsp | slightly rounded 1/4 tsp |
| 21 - 25 lbs | more rounded 1/8 tsp | more rounded 1/4 tsp |
| 26 - 30 lbs | 1/4 tsp | 1/2 tsp |
| 31 - 35 lbs | slightly rounded 1/4 tsp | slightly rounded 1/2 tsp |
| 36 - 40 lbs | more rounded 1/4 tsp | more rounded 1/2 tsp |
| 41 - 45 lbs | 3/8 tsp | 3/4 tsp |
| 46 - 50 lbs | slightly rounded 3/8 tsp | slightly rounded 3/4 tsp |
| 51 - 55 lbs | more rounded 3/8 tsp | more rounded 3/4 tsp |
| 56 - 60 lbs | 1/2 tsp | 1 tsp |
| 61 - 65 lbs | slightly rounded 1/2 tsp | slightly rounded 1 tsp |
| 66 - 70 lbs | more rounded 1/2 tsp | more rounded 1 tsp |
| 71 - 75 lbs | 5/8 tsp | 1 1/4 tsp |
| 76 - 80 lbs | just under 3/4 tsp | just under 1 1/2 tsp |
| 81 - 85 lbs | just under 3/4 tsp | just under 1 1/2 tsp |
| > 90 lbs | 3/4 tsp | 1 1/2 tsp |