Both cats and dogs can start taking New Zealand Green Lipped Mussel Powder as early as 8 weeks old.

This Super Food is packed with essential nutrients, including omega-3 fatty acids, glucosamine, and chondroitin, which support joint health, digestive health, skin and coat health, and heart health.

Introducing this nutrient-rich powder early can help provide kittens and puppies with a strong foundation for overall well-being.

However, it's always best to consult with your veterinarian before introducing any new supplement to ensure it suits the individual needs and health status of your pet.

For kittens and puppies, starting with a small dose and gradually increasing it can help their system adjust to the new addition.

Great question! The time it takes to see results from our Super Foods can vary depending on the individual pet and their specific needs. Generally, pet parents may start noticing improvements in their pets' overall health within a few weeks of consistent use. However, every pet is unique, and for some, it might take a bit longer to observe noticeable changes.

What factors influence the time it takes to see results?

Our Super Foods are designed to support your pet's health holistically, with ingredients that provide essential nutrients. The time it takes for your pet to respond to these nutrients can depend on various factors, including their current health status, diet, and individual metabolic rate.

What should I expect during the initial weeks of using Super Foods?

During the initial weeks, you may observe subtle changes as your pet's body adjusts and begins to respond to the new nutrients. It's important to maintain a consistent regimen with the Super Foods and keep a close eye on your pet's health.

Yes, you can add more than one powder to your pet's meal. Many pet parents, including us, prefer to give their pet's some powders in the morning with breakfast and then add other powders to their dinner. This method spreads out the nutritional benefits throughout the day and keeps mealtime exciting for your pet.

Alternatively, if it's more convenient, you can mix different powders in one meal. Our powders are formulated to be compatible with each other, so adding more than one type to a meal is perfectly fine and can be beneficial depending on your pet's health needs.

Customising to Your Pet's Needs:

Depending on your pet's specific health requirements or taste preferences, you might choose to alternate the powders on different days. This can be especially useful for targeting specific concerns or managing dietary sensitivities.

Here are a few ways you can incorporate the Super Food powders into your dog’s dry food diet:

Sprinkle Over Dry Food: Many dogs enjoy the powders just sprinkled over their dry kibble. The powders are finely ground and blend easily with the food, enhancing its flavour and nutritional value.

Create a Broth: To make the dry food more appealing and to help with the absorption of the powders, you can add some warm water to your dog’s kibble after sprinkling the powder on top. This creates a tasty broth that most dogs love, and it helps the powder coat the kibble more evenly.

Mix with Yoghurt: For dogs that enjoy a bit of variety, mixing the powder with a small amount of plain yoghurt and then adding it to the dry food can be a great option. This not only makes the meal more palatable but also adds an extra boost of probiotics.

These methods can help ensure that your dog receives the full benefits of the Super Food powders, making mealtime both nutritious and enjoyable. Whether your dog prefers their food plain, moistened with a delicious broth, or mixed with yoghurt, our powders are a versatile addition to any meal.

Great question - and one we get asked often.

While freeze-drying is widely recognised as an excellent method for preserving nutrients in many foods, particularly where texture or water-soluble vitamins are concerned, the story is a bit different when it comes to marine-based, high-fat ingredients like Green Lipped Mussel.

We use a low-temperature flash-drying process because it's particularly effective at preserving the delicate omega-3 fatty acids found in Green Lipped Mussels - especially EPA, DHA, and ETA - which are key to supporting joint, skin, and overall health.

In fact, our independent nutritional analysis comparing freeze-dried and flash-dried Green Lipped Mussel Powders found that the flash-dried version retained higher levels of these essential fatty acids. This is largely because flash-drying quickly removes moisture under controlled conditions, reducing the time fats are exposed to oxidation.

So, while freeze-drying is excellent for many applications, flash-drying is the preferred method for retaining the full nutritional potency of Green Lipped Mussel, particularly its omega-rich profile.

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