Designed to boost your pet's immune system, potentially slowing the spread of terminal disease and helping keep your pets alert and enthusiastic about eating, walking, and snuggling with you for a longer period of time
Manufactured in an FDA approved facility which complies with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
Provides important cardioprotective support for pets undergoing treatment
All ingredients are dosed at an amount which is considered therapeutic. No "token" ingredients in inadequate amounts.
Can improve heart function and strengthen the heart muscle to improve circulation
Helps fortify the immune system so that outbreaks of feline herpes are few and far between – and less severe.
For cats with FIV, boosts immune function and resistance to disease.
Nine meticulously chosen, carefully sourced, natural immune-boosting ingredients including CO-Q10, L-Lysine ,Maitake mushroom, OPCs and Vitamin E. No ingredients which will weaken healthy organs or exclude animals taking prescription medications.
Who is it good for?
It's been good for our pets, our clients' pets, even our veterinarian's pets. It's been good for pets who have heart disease, allergies, and chronic infections. It's been particularly good for pets who have cancer, FIV, or feline herpes virus - our vet was amazed by the results and so were our clients when they saw how good Immune Support is at reducing the symptoms of these diseases and slowing the cancer process.
EnduraPet Immune Support is unique among immune support supplements because it’s recommended both for healthy pets and for pets whose immune system is somehow compromised. It is effective for both cats and dogs in the correct dosage (1/2 to 1 tablet for cats and small dogs, and 1 to 3 tablets for large dogs).
It's good for your peace of mind, because you know exactly what you're giving your pet and how the ingredients are working together to build a stronger, more enduring immune system that's prepared to put up a strong fight against immune-related diseases.
+ Safe for pets who have existing health issues with their liver or kidneys
+ As an inflammation supplement for animals, our product goes beyond the standard joint formula for animals and adds antioxidants, herbs and hyaluronic acid for inflammation relief and joint lubrication, circulation, maximum absorption and digestibility.
+ Every single one of the ingredients in our pet joint formula comes with its own certificate of analysis.
+ We are here to talk with you about your pet as an individual and his or her nutritional and enrichment needs, not just his or her ailments. We want you to be your pet's best resource for better health and we are sincerely interested in helping to make that happen. When we say we want to hear from you, we really do! No smoke and mirrors here, ever.
+ Our animal joint supplement is manufactured in an FDA-approved facility in the USA.
+ Can be used safely–and very effectively–with NSAID medications commonly prescribed for arthritis and hip dysplasia, such as Rimadyl®, Deramaxx®, and Metacam®
+ All of our products come with a 60-day guarantee. Use Mobility Plus for at least 45 days and of you do not see results, we will gladly accept it back for a refund.
+Pets love the taste–we’ve tried our pet joint supplement on our most finicky pets and they gobble it down.
Mobility Plus is often all your pet will need for relief from the pain associated with pet arthritis, hip dysplasia, and other mobility problems. The great thing is that it is safe to use and capable of working hand-in-hand with common NSAID prescriptions like Rimadyl® that are often prescribed for these ailments. These drugs address the pain but not the underlying problem causing the pain; our supplement goes straight to the underlying issues that cause that inflammation, improving your pet’s circulation and encouraging their systems to produce more synovial fluid to lubricate their joints and make movement pain-free. By using our Mobility Plus joint pain formula for animals to treat the source of the problem, many of our clients tell us their pets are able to stop using prescription medication as their natural joint lubrication is renewed.
We recognize that all of the ingredients we feel so strongly about are not available everywhere, and that having all of what we recommend included in one easy-to-give tablet is really best. It is also important for you to know that proof of ingredient effectiveness is more important to us than having more ingredients than anybody else. We feel that less is more in many cases. To that end, we include the following disclaimer on all of our pet supplements: Results claimed to be expected from EnduraPet’s products are based on scientific studies of the products’ individual ingredients. As with most supplements, our finished products are not tested at university-level clinical trials. For each and every ingredient, complete sourcing of all relevant studies is made within this website.
Treatment options for dogs with hip dysplasia range from invasive surgery to conservative management.
Invasive treatments, such as surgery, will require diligent monitoring and could involve a long recovery time. However, conservative management takes time as well, so dedication will be essential, regardless of your decision. Your veterinarian should be a rich source of information while you are evaluating options. Ask a lot of questions, and ask them again if you need to. After all, you are your dog's best advocate and this is a big decision!
Triple Pelvic Osteotomy (TPO): Performed in dogs under 1 year old with documented hip socket depth but no active symptoms. This is an extensive surgery, but has been very effective, The procedure involves cutting the pelvic bones in three places, freeing the hip socket so it can be re-positioned for a better fit for the femur, then re-securing the hip socket with a plate and screws.
Darthoplasty: For young dogs without accurate socket space for TPO surgery, Darthroplasty is a relatively new option. In this procedure, bone is harvested and then implanted to create an adequate "shelf" over the rim on the inadequate socket. After fusing to the socket, this new shelf created an almost normal socket for the patient.
Photo: DAR "shelf" highlighted in red (photo: veterinarysurgery)
<Requires at least 6-weeks cage rest. Cost ranges from $200 to $3000>
Femoral Head Ostectomy (FHO): This surgery is best reserved for smaller dogs, although success is absolutely possible for larger dogs who are not overweight. In this procedure, the rough end of the femur is removed entirely, leaving the remaining bone to form a "false joint". The false joint is not as flexible as the original, but pain reduction is usually total, especially once the dog has had physical therapy and is used to the altered gait which usually accompanies FHO surgery.
Photo: completed FHO
<Does not require 6-week resting period. The cost is typically around $2000 to $2500>
Total Hip Replacement (THR): When the hip joint is the problem, it can be replaced with a ball and socket. In the past, the replacement joint would be cemented to the connecting bone. However, some veterinarians are using a fairly new “cementless” procedure, which utilized screws rather than cement. Strict protocol is followed to prevent infection, and extensive cage rest is required, but with a dedicated guardian, dogs can make it through the recovery process quite well. THR offers the best possibility for return to normal function.
Photo by Joel Mills. THR (right )
<Extensive cage rest. Cost is estimated around $4500.>
With any of these procedures, complications can occur, so it is important to ask MANY questions, and to be certain you are in a position to adhere to strict cage rest requirements. Total hip replacement is greatly effective, but infection risk, recovery time and prohibitive cost are just a few of the reasons that a lot of pet parents choose to try FHO first.
Conservative management is simply any non-surgical treatment for an injury. It is often the choice treatment for canine hip dysplasia, especially when hip dysplasia in dogs is diagnosed early. It is impossible to determine whether conservative management will ultimately work for any particular patient ahead of time, but with success rates of 50-60%, many experts feel that this is the gentlest option, and certainly a good place to begin. Some animals with hip dysplasia are simply not good candidates for invasive surgery because of age or other conditions. The good news is that each year we learn more about alternatives to surgery, and support practitioners and centers are growing in number nationwide.
Conservative management of canine hip dysplasia involves muscle conditioning, stabilization, pain management, weight management, physical and nutritional support. The key in conservative management is to maintain muscle condition.
The strength and tone of the muscles in a dog with hip dysplasia makes all the difference in recovery. Activities like walking, hiking and especially swimming, are essential to building strong muscles; jumping and acrobatic activities should be avoided. If performed mindfully on the human’s part, most dogs relish the increased opportunities to exercise! Pace your dog’s activity, especially if he or she is not used to workouts. Sometimes a brace is recommended to assist with stability during exercise, and ideally, non-weight-bearing exercises are best for muscle building, while limiting the wear and tear on affected joints.
For dogs with hip dysplasia, pain management is essential. For immediate pain relief, many veterinarians will prescribe a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, or NSAID (common drugs are Rimadyl® Carpofen®, Deramaxx®, Metacam®). NSAID drugs work quickly, but come with several distressing and even fatal warnings, the most common of which is liver and kidney damage. Many Veterinarians do not give verbal warnings, so make sure you ask questions about side effects, and take the time to research options. If you’re unsure or confused about a diagnosis or a prescription, or if your veterinarian is unable to answer your questions fully, it may be best to seek a second opinion.
Natural pain management is also part of managing hip dysplasia. This can come in the form of gentle massage, heat/cold therapy, nutritional optimization, and natural joint supplements (like Mobility Plus). Canine rehabilitation centers are becoming popular throughout the US, and even if a center is not available, many groomers are becoming certified in “touch therapies” for pets (canine massage and acupressure). Also, even traditional veterinarians are beginning to see the merits of acupuncture and biopuncture for dogs and cats, and many are offering it within their clinics; the American Academy of Veterinary Acupuncture has a search tool at http://www.aava.org/php/aava_blog/aava-directory/. Whether you’re thinking of trying massage, acupuncture, or acupressure, plan to continue treatment for 4-6 weeks in order to evaluate the benefits. Another good option is hydrotherapy, which we highly recommend it to anyone who has an opportunity to investigate the advantages. A favorite group here in Colorado is Canine Rehabilitation and Conditioning Group (http://www.dog-swim.com/).
While exploring the many options in this article, also consider Mobility Plus. The benefit of supplementing with a pet joint supplement like Mobility Plus is that while you are addressing the pain through either surgery or conservative management of the injury or condition, you are also addressing the cause of the pain with natural ingredients proven to increase mobility. Put simply, Mobility Plus is formulated to encourage the body’s production of adequate synovial fluid (which cushions joints), increase circulation and address inflammation which can make moving painful. A happy pet who enjoys moving is much more likely to participate in muscle-building exercises with enthusiasm. To learn more about why we make Mobility Plus, how each ingredient works, as well as to read the supporting research studies, please visit: http://www.endurapet.com/pages/mobility-plus-formula