Dog Joint Health
How Much Exercise is Safe for Puppies?
Puppies need much less exercise than fully-grown dogs. If you over-exercise a growing puppy you can overtire it and damage its developing joints, causing early arthritis. A good rule of thumb is a ratio of five minutes exercise per month of age (up to twice a day)...
Is 4CYTE safe for dogs with kidney or liver issues?
Yes, 4CYTE is safe for dogs with kidney or liver issues. We know of many dogs with liver conditions that are successfully taking 4CYTE. We also know in our safety studies in healthy dogs, that liver enzymes were not elevated - dogs were fed five times the daily dose...
Small cost-effective dose, BIG impact
How do we achieve it? Using proprietary extraction methods, our exclusive active ingredient - Epiitalis - is changed from a triglyceride to a novel non-methylated interrupted free fatty acid form. This process significantly increases the potency and effect of...
What’s the difference between 4CYTE Granules and 4CYTE Epiitalise Forte Gel for dogs?
Both products contain our exclusive active ingredient, Epiitalis. But the gel is a concentrated formula, containing about double the volume of Epiitalis per daily dose. That's why we recommend the gel to help dogs before and after surgery, those with severe...
Joint health: Picking the right dog jumper this winter
The weather's turned and we're shivering like wet whippets here at Ballarat HQ! So it's timely to drop this info about rugging up and caring for your dog's joints. Jumpers can be a great benefit to dogs who suffer from arthritis, as the additional warmth can help...
Joint Health Tips: Running with Your Dog
Running with your dog can be great fun! But, just like us, they need to build up to it gradually – especially if they have any existing health issues. Conditions such as arthritis and hip dysplasia can be aggravated by high-impact activity, so here’s four things you...
Can I feed my dog 4CYTE Horse Granules?
The answer is, YES! There are only two differences - flavour (chicken for dog, raspberry for horses) and dosage ratio. To achieve the right ratio feeding 4CYTE Horse to your dog, add ONE extra BEAD to each SCOOP. So, if you normally feed four canine scoops per day of...
New Zealand Green Lipped Mussel – Powerful Relief for Arthritis, Naturally.
New Zealand Green Lipped Mussel is a key ingredient in Interpath’s 4CYTE Granule product range. Proven to sooth joint pain and inflammation of arthritis, this uniquely beneficial shellfish is packed with natural omega-3s – an extremely powerful health supplement...
Injury prevention in younger horses and dogs
Australian Veterinary Association Ballarat Branch President Dr Rob Page recommends preventative treatment for degenerative joint disease, particularly in very active dog breeds, working dogs and large breeds.
Joint health tip: give your dog a pedicure!
Overgrown toenails place abnormal stress on the joints and ligaments of your pet's feet by distorting its normal walking and running gait. So aim to trim them off in multiple sessions over a period of weeks, stopping when they just touch the floor when your pet is...
