Check out our current line of supplemental products, each formulated by our expert science and nutrition R&D team:

• Full-spectrum probiotics for dogs
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• GI-targeted probiotics for dogs
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• Full-spectrum probiotics for cats
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• Gut microbiome testing kit
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Obesity

Overweightness and obesity affect 34% of dogs and 35% of cats in the US. Obese pets are more likely to suffer from a wide variety of health issues as well as have shorter lifespans. We are using cutting-edge knowledge to combat this public health problem full on.

What we’ve done

• Developed a proprietary algorithm to calculate your pet’s meal portion and required calories based on their physical activity level and target weight
• Generated a free obesity report explaining risk factors based on analysis of epidemiological data, personalized based on your pet
• Performed a research study investigating risk factors of canine overweightness and obesity
• Overviewed the general calorie needs of household dogs
• Compiled everything you need to know about weight management

Future plans

• Analysis of microbiome differences between obese and healthy weight pets to determine how we can better understand risk and mitigate obesity
• Develop a novel product to aid in weight loss and healthy weight maintenance

Aging

While the risk of developing many chronic diseases increases as your pets age, optimal nutrition can play a significant role in decreasing such risk throughout their lifespan. We promote healthy aging through nutrition science to ensure your pets enjoy the best lives they 100% deserve.

What we’ve done

• Compiled everything you need to know about senior pet care

Future plans

• Product development aiming to support healthy aging in senior pets

GI issues

Gastrointestinal issues, including diarrhea and vomiting, are common health issues. Gut dysbiosis, or an imbalance of gut microbiota, can be an underlying cause of these issues in many pets. In many cases probiotics and prebiotics may help restore a healthy gut microbiota and alleviate GI symptoms. However, a more intensive treatment may be needed in more severe cases.

What we’ve done

• Developed GI-Targeted Probiotics for Dogs with GI issues
• Also developed Full Spectrum Probiotics for Dogs that are generally healthy, but we demonstrated that they can help decrease the risk of diarrhea episodes
• Generated a free, personalized GI report explaining risk factors based on analyzing epidemiological data
• Produce healthy food that is more digestible and easier on the stomach than kibble
• Overviewed the research on the ability of probiotics to protect the gut from antibiotic-induced dysbiosis

Future plans

• Novel product and clinical trial to improve chronic GI issues

Allergies

Our customers place allergies at the top spot of their most concerning medical conditions for their pets. Some common manifestations of allergy include atopic dermatitis, which is characterized by pruritus, skin irritation, and inflammation. We’ve been especially interested in skin allergies, and how certain ingredients and probiotics may be beneficial via different modes of action in treatment of symptoms.

What we’ve done

• Compilation of ingredients for skin allergies in dogs
• Compilation of breed specific skin allergies
• A research study assessing the efficacy of our novel formula on alleviating the skin allergic symptoms

Future plans

• Novel product based on the results of our research study

Behavior

From why dogs eat grass to how cats show their love, we are always curious why your pets behave the way they do. However, what we’re most interested in are things that may cause your pet’s undesirable behaviors, such as aggression, anxiety, or sudden behavioral changes, and how we can help them. Emerging evidence demonstrates the connection between the gut microbiome and the brain, as well as the efficacy of several probiotics and nutraceuticals that may benefit your pet’s central nervous system and keep them healthier and happier.

What we’ve done

• Literature review on how CBD may help with your dog’s anxiety

Future plans

• Analyze our existing data and develop a study and products to address these issues.
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Joint issues

Joint issues in all their forms are common health issues. Osteoarthritis, which causes lameness and disability in our pets and people, is the most prevalent musculoskeletal disorder in dogs and affects ~20% of all dogs over one year of age. We are working hard to tackle these serious issues.

What we’ve done

• Generated a free, personalized joint health report explaining risk factors based on analyzing epidemiological data
• Compilation of dietary supplements for joint health in dogs

Future plans

• Reformulation and release of our previous joint product in an improved form

Dental health

Dental health is extremely important for our companions’ overall health and wellbeing. Dental issues, especially periodontal disease, are widely prevalent among pets, with at least 80% of dogs and 70% of cats suffering from some stage of the disease. In fact, periodontal disease is estimated to be one of the most widespread inflammatory diseases diagnosed in pets today. We also know that dental disease can negatively shift the bacterial species in your pet’s mouth, and new research is showing that appropriate dental chews may benefit the oral microbiota of dogs.

What we’ve done

• Analysis of dental health and periodontal disease in pets
• Overviewed common misconceptions about dental health
• Developed a guide to dental treats for dogs

Future plans

• Continue to analyze risk factors for periodontal disease and develop a personalized report

Gut microbiome insights

We’re constantly striving to better understand how the microbiome differs between individuals so we can develop better ways to describe, assess, and prevent health issues, as well as develop new, more effective products. Here are a few things we’re curious about.

• Dog size/breed Are there microbiome differences between different breeds? Or between pets of different sizes? Increasing our understanding of this will help us provide more interesting and personalized comparisons for our microbiome sequencing reports
• Diet and probiotics We are continually examining the effect of diet and probiotics on the gut microbiota of your pets. Our recent studies demonstrate the benefits of a fresh diet and simple habits like taking a scoop of probiotics daily
• Healthy pets Using our extensive health assessments to define a generally healthy subset of pets, we’re trying to understand the composition and function of a healthy microbiome. This will enable us to better understand and identify when things aren’t right and design solutions to help make them better

Additional product development

There are substantial scientific reasons to believe that some classes of nutrients and supplements have positive effects. Here are a few additional products that we’re researching.

• Fish oil and fatty acids Not all fats are created equal, and we’re here to help you understand the science behind them. Fatty acids have demonstrated benefits in a wide variety of ways, and certain cats and dogs may have a higher requirement for omega-3 fatty acids than usual. We’re making sure we understand the science and can provide the best and highest quality product
• Fiber You may be surprised to learn that fibers are not only good for pet parents, but dogs and cats can benefit from eating fiber too! We are developing a proprietary blend of fibers to support your pet’s overall health
• Current probiotic updates under development
• Chews and pills: our same potent products in a fun and easy to give chew form or an easy to swallow pill
• Enhanced palatability: making our same high-quality formulations even easier to take