When winter sets in, you’re not the only one feeling a little stiff. As temperatures drop, joint pain can flare up for dogs as much as humans. Here’s how to support your pup’s joint health year-round with smart lifestyle choices and proven supplements like Antinol Plus.
As cooler weather arrives, you may notice your dog moving a little slower — hesitating on stairs, struggling to jump into the car, or seeming stiff after naps. Just like people, dogs can experience more joint pain when temperatures drop. And joint issues are surprisingly common: 1 in 5 dogs overall — and 4 in 5 senior dogs — experience joint discomfort.
Joint health is essential to your pet’s quality of life, affecting everything from mobility to mood. Fortunately, there’s a lot you can do to help your pup of any age stay active, happy, and manage pain effectively.
Keep them moving (gently)
Exercise keeps joints flexible and muscles strong, but the key is consistency and moderation. Replace long, high-impact sessions with shorter walks or gentle play spread throughout the day. Slippery indoor floors can also aggravate joint pain, so consider rugs or mats for extra traction — a small change that can make a big difference.
Maintain a healthy weight
Even a few extra pounds can put significant stress on your dog’s joints. Regular weigh-ins and portion control make a big difference in ease and quality of movement. Your veterinarian can help determine your pet’s ideal weight and develop a feeding plan to achieve it safely. Maintaining lean muscle mass is one of the simplest, most effective ways to prevent long-term joint strain.
Support from the inside out
While lifestyle changes can go a long way, many vets recommend adding a joint supplement for extra protection. That’s where Antinol Plus from Pet HealthWorks stands out.
Dr. Lisa Lippman
Veterinarian; Co-Founder, Senior Dog Veterinary Society; Ambassador, Antinol Plus
“Antinol Plus is a natural and effective way to relieve joint pain and support overall joint health,” shared Dr. Lisa Lippman, veterinarian and Antinol Plus ambassador. “I recommend it for dogs of all ages, whether they are young and active and need proactive joint support, or for older dogs experiencing stiffness and mobility issues.”
Backed by 40 years of research and 4 clinical studies, Antinol Plus naturally improves mobility and supports joint health with a powerhouse blend of green-lipped mussel oil and krill oil. The potent combination of over 90 fatty acids and antioxidants helps support a healthy inflammatory response, which is essential for joint health. Plus, it is proven to work better and faster than typical glucosamine and chondroitin supplements.
A proven, proactive choice
Antinol Plus has been clinically shown to improve mobility in as little as four weeks, which is two weeks faster than the leading competitor in the market, making it a trusted choice among veterinarians. As part of a holistic joint-care routine — combining movement, weight management, and high-quality nutrition — it helps keep your dog active, mobile, and better protected from joint pain through every season.
Dr. Lippman concluded, “With its clinically proven benefits and the results I see in my own patients, I feel confident when incorporating it into my practice, and I fully recommend it.”
