Arthritis in dogs: symptoms, treatment and how to help your dog every day
Stiff mornings, limping, shorter walks: how to spot arthritis in dogs, the treatments your vet can offer and practical ways to help your dog at home.
Joint health for dogs
Keeping every walk a joy.
Clear, well-sourced guides, step-by-step exercises and carefully formulated care: everything you need to keep your dog active and mobile at every stage of life.
- Green-lipped mussel
- Glucosamine
- MSM
- Chondroitin
- Clear, well-sourced guides
- Every dose clearly labelled
- No overblown promises
Advice first. Products only when they make sense.
At every stage of life
An active dog, at every age.
Joints work hard for a lifetime: we prepare them in puppyhood, look after them in active adults and go gently on them in senior dogs.
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Answers to the questions dog owners ask most, all in one place.
Dog limping: possible causes, what to do and when to see the vet
Is your dog limping but still putting weight on the leg, or not at all? Common causes, what to do straight away and the signs that mean a trip to the vet.
Exercises for dogs with arthritis: 10 gentle routines to do at home
Exercises for dogs with arthritis: 10 gentle routines to do at home, a warm-up, a 7-day plan and the warning signs that mean it’s time to stop a session.
Green-lipped mussel for dogs: benefits, what the science says and how much to give
Green-lipped mussel for dogs (Perna canaliculus): what it contains, what the studies really show, powder or extract, amounts studied and precautions.
Exercises
Moving better, every day
A few minutes of targeted exercise strengthens the muscles that protect the joints. Our routines are designed for home, with little or no equipment.
- Warm up for 5 minutes
- Strengthen the thighs
- Work on balance
Latest articles
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Anti-inflammatories for dogs with arthritis: what to know before starting treatment
Anti-inflammatories for dogs with arthritis: how NSAIDs and anti-NGF therapy work, checks before treatment, side effects to watch for and mistakes to avoid.
Dog arthritis in cold weather: why winter brings back the stiffness and how to help
Dog arthritis in cold weather: why your dog is stiffer in winter, the signs to watch for and 10 simple steps (coat, bed, walks) to keep your dog comfortable.
TPLO recovery in dogs: a week-by-week guide after cruciate ligament surgery
TPLO recovery in dogs, week by week: rest, rehabilitation, warning signs and getting back to normal walks after cruciate ligament surgery.
Dog limping on back leg: common causes and what to do
Dog limping on back leg, suddenly or after resting? Cruciate ligament, kneecap, hip: the common causes, what to do at home and when to see the vet.
Dog limping on front leg: causes, what to do and when to see the vet
Is your dog limping on a front leg? Toes, wrist, elbow or shoulder: the common causes of a dog limping on front leg, what helps and when to see the vet.
Collagen for dogs: hydrolysed or type II, what does it do for joints?
Collagen for dogs: the difference between hydrolysed and type II (UC-II) collagen, what studies show for joints, amounts studied and practical advice.
In every chew
Real ingredients, readable amounts.
Green-lipped mussel, fish oil, turmeric, boswellia: a few of the actives in every chew, each with its exact amount.
- Green-lipped mussel 150 mg
- Fish oil 200 mg
- Turmeric 37.5 mg
- Boswellia 30 mg
A fully disclosed formula
10 actives in every chew.
No ‘proprietary blend’: every amount is printed on the label, down to the milligram.
See the full formula 
Our joint care
Novalia Hip & Joint
Tasty soft chews combining green-lipped mussel, glucosamine, chondroitin, MSM, collagen and omega-3 to help support your dog’s mobility and joint comfort.
- Green-lipped mussel
- Glucosamine
- MSM
- Chondroitin
Our story
Discover our storyWe believe a well-informed owner is a dog’s best ally. That is why our advice always comes before our products.
Worried about your dog’s health?
Our content helps you understand and take action, but it never replaces an examination. Pain, a limp that won’t go away, a sudden change: talk to your vet.