The Importance of Daily Supplements for Dogs

While a balanced diet forms the foundation of good health, incorporating daily supplements can address specific nutritional needs and support overall wellness. Making these supplements more enjoyable by presenting them in a super fun treat form not only boosts their health, but can also strengthen the bond between you and your pup!

By: Chef Justine

Date: February 25, 2025

Ensuring the health and well-being of our canine companions is a top priority for pet owners. While a balanced diet forms the foundation of good health, incorporating daily supplements can address specific nutritional needs and support overall wellness. Making these supplements more enjoyable by presenting them in a super fun treat form (*ahem* like a dog popsicle) not only boosts their health but also strengthens the bond between you and your pup! Puppops are a perfect example of this approach, offering a delightful, tasty, and nutritious daily supplement ritual designed to boost your dog's health and replace lower quality treats.

Adding Supplements to a High-Quality Diet

Even with a high-quality diet, dogs may require additional nutrients to address specific health concerns or to enhance their overall well-being. Supplements can play a crucial role in supporting various bodily functions:

  • Joint Health: As dogs age or engage in high levels of activity, their joints may experience wear and tear. Supplements containing omega-3 fatty acids, as well as powerful joint aids like chondroitin or glucosamine have been shown to support joint health and reduce inflammation. Our Hip & Joint puppops, SQUIRREL!, have all the pre-dosed goodness your pup needs to help their joints for the long-term.
  • Gut Health: A healthy gut is absolutely essential for proper nutrient absorption and immune function. Probiotics and prebiotics can help maintain a balanced intestinal microbiome, promoting better digestion and overall health. That’s why we created our gut biome boosting puppops, Tum-Tum, and even added our secret weapon, slippery elm bark, which has been used for centuries by indigenous populations to soothe upset tummies.
  • Skin & Coat Health: Omega-3 fatty acids are known to improve skin conditions and promote a shiny coat. And we’ve taken it a step further in our One Fish, Two Fish puppops for Skin & Coat by adding algal oil and biotin, both helping to improve skin and coat condition.
  • Immune Support: Antioxidants such as vitamin E play a vital role in neutralizing free radicals, thereby protecting cells and enhancing immune function. Plus the vitamins, antioxidants, and antimicrobial properties in bee pollen, turmeric, and Siberian ginseng can help boost a dog's immune system, potentially improving their resistance to infections and diseases. That’s why we’ve included all of these powerful functional ingredients in our Puppops Wellness Blend found in our Chicken Soup puppops for Overall Wellness! Don’t worry, we got you and your pup! ;)

Making Supplements More Enjoyable: The Treat Advantage

Let’s get real… administering supplements can sometimes be challenging, especially if your dog is picky or apprehensive about new additions to their diet. That’s why we’ve transformed our supplements into whimsical popsicle treats because it offered several benefits:

  • Increased Palatability: Dogs are more likely to consume supplements that taste good. Highly palatable treats can entice even the most discerning dogs, ensuring they receive the necessary nutrients.
  • Ease of Administration: Chewable supplements are convenient and reduce the stress associated with administering pills or liquids, making the process enjoyable for both the dog and the owner.
  • Positive Reinforcement: Offering supplements as treats can serve as a reward, reinforcing good behavior and strengthening the human-animal bond.

Puppops: A Daily Supplement Ritual

Puppops exemplify the concept of combining health benefits with super yummy treat enjoyment. These daily supplement treats are formulated to address various aspects of canine health, ensuring that your dog receives essential nutrients in a form they love.

  • Comprehensive Nutrition: Puppops are crafted with high-quality ingredients to support joint health, digestion, skin and coat condition, and immune function.
  • Delicious Flavor: The puppops form ensures high palatability (delicious whole ingredients and chef-created recipes), making it easy to incorporate into your dog's daily routine without resistance.
  • Strengthening Bonds: Incorporating Puppops into your daily interactions with your dog not only promotes health but also provides an opportunity for positive reinforcement and bonding.
  • Frozen is Fresh: Delivering frozen treats ensures that we can get your pup the most nutrient dense treats available, and also improves shelf-life: Did you know your puppops can stay in the freezer for up to 18-months?!

Final Thoughts

Daily supplements play a vital role in addressing specific health needs and enhancing the overall well-being of dogs. By offering these supplements in a treat form, such as Puppops, you can ensure your dogs receive a boost to their necessary nutrients in an enjoyable and stress-free manner. This approach not only supports their physical health but also fosters a deeper connection between you and your canine companion. <3

 

Sources:

https://www.dvm360.com/view/joint-supplements-dogs-helpful-vs-hype

https://www.purina.com/articles/dog/health/nutrition/types-of-supplements-for-dogs

https://www.dvm360.com/view/fish-oil-supplements

https://www.dvm360.com/view/dietary-antioxidants-are-important-pets

https://www.thefarmersdog.com/digest/what-is-palatability-and-why-is-it-so-important-for-a-dogs-food

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chef justine kelly

Completely dog obsessed, Chef Justine Kelly, brings over 25 years of experience in the culinary world to every wellness recipe at Puppops, Inc., so your fur babies can eat like family (because they are.) Her career includes co-founding renowned meal kit company, Sunbasket, and as the Executive Chef at San Francisco's James Beard Award-winning restaurant, The Slanted Door. Her pup, River, is her second favorite daughter.