Nestlé Purina PetCare launched a new supplement targeting dog mobility on June 27. New joint care supplement designed to support mobility, healthy cartilage and joints in dogs and puppies of all breeds and sizes.

New supplement joins Purina Professional Plan veterinary supplement line. This soft-chew supplement was developed by Purina's team of researchers and veterinarians and took more than two years to fully develop.

Joint Care is composed of collagen, hyaluronic acid, glucosamine, chondroitin sulfate, and omega 3 fatty acids and is designed to support normal daily activities as well as the normal inflammatory response of the joints as dogs age. According to Purina, the supplement is recommended for dogs and puppies with pre-existing joint health issues.

"Joint supplements like Joint Care are a simple way to help our dogs jump as comfortably as possible," says Purina Senior Veterinarian RuthAnn Lobos, DVM, CCRT, CVAT. Fetch, Run and 'Track.'

According to the company, joint supplements are just one way dog ​​parents can help support their dog's joint health. Other suggested ways to help improve mobility and joint health include maintaining your dog's ideal physical condition, keeping muscles active through a variety of activities, providing steps or ramps, and feeding a diet rich in omega-3 fatty acids.

New joint care supplement is designed for daily use. It comes in a 30-piece small chew size for smaller dogs and a 30-piece large chew size for larger dogs.