Is your dog getting a bit older, or is he particularly active? These Hip & Joint treats are positioned around mobility and joints, with devil’s claw among other things in a soft duck treat. From Jacob Hooy, the Dutch herbal brand, within the Pets line.
What are these treats?
Healthy Dog Hip & Joint are complete meat treats for dogs with 50% duck as the base, supplemented with plant-based by-products in the form of a herbal blend, plus oils and fats. The treats are soft in texture and therefore suitable for dogs of various ages, with the exception of puppies younger than 4 months.
The herbal blend
The herbal blend contains nettle leaf (Urtica dioica), dandelion herb (Taraxacum officinale), cleavers (Galium aparine), devil’s claw (Harpagophytum procumbens) and marigold (Calendula officinalis). These are traditional herbs within European herbal medicine, where they are often used around mobility and the musculoskeletal system. Devil’s claw is one of the best-known herbs in that category. The positioning around Hip & Joint is aligned with that tradition. Within the regulations for animal feed, no specific medical claims are attributed to these herbs.
How do you give them?
The amount depends on your dog’s weight:
- Dog up to 10 kg: 2 treats per day
- Dog 10 to 20 kg: 4 treats per day
- Dog heavier than 20 kg: 6 treats per day
You can give them as a reward or as an addition to the daily meal. With a sensitive dog, start the first few days with half the recommended amount so you can assess tolerance. Do not exceed the recommended daily amount.
Composition
Meat and animal by-products (50% duck), plant by-products (nettle leaf, dandelion herb, cleavers, devil’s claw, marigold), oils and fats.
Analytical constituents per 100 g: energy 303 kcal, crude protein 34%, crude fat 7%, crude ash 11%, crude fibre 3%, moisture 24%. Additives: technological additives (preservatives), sensory additives (flavouring compounds).
Safety and warnings
Not suitable for puppies under 4 months. Not suitable for human consumption. Store the packaging dry and at room temperature, out of reach of dogs and children. With existing complaints, daily medication or pregnancy, it is advisable to consult your vet before giving this. A herbal treat is not a substitute for veterinary care; with persistent complaints, always consult your vet.
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