Spray-dried plasma for joint support has numerous benefits for dogs and cats, and it’s also proving to have more uses and be more effective than glucosamine.
Glucosamine has been the mobility ingredient of choice for many veterinarians and pet parents for decades, but it has limitations. What’s more, the latest scientific research has revealed effective new options for supporting joint health, namely spray-dried plasma (SDP). This biological ingredient has been gaining traction since WINPRO produced an orally fed product that doesn’t require injections, making it a breeze for veterinarians and pet parents. As such, spray-dried plasma could be the future of mobility supplements for dogs and cats. Let’s compare glucosamine and spray-dried plasma for joint support and see why SDP is the clear winner.
Glucosamine Doesn’t Have as Many Functional Compounds
Glucosamine is an amino sugar naturally found in cartilage. Spray-dried plasma is a functional protein found in blood. It contains many beneficial compounds, including:
- Amino acids
- Immunoglobulins
- Peptides
- Growth factors
- Bioactive compounds
- Minerals
- Antibodies
- Enzymes
SDP Is Less Likely to Trigger an Allergic Response
Most of the glucosamine on the market comes from shellfish, which is a growing concern because food allergies and sensitivities are on the rise, especially in dogs. By contrast, spray-dried plasma typically comes from porcine or bovine blood, making it an excellent choice for dogs with allergies.
Glucosamine Supports Cartilage, but SDP Fights Inflammation at the Source
Glucosamine helps repair and maintain cartilage and joint structures, which is why it can be beneficial for some joint issues. However, spray-dried plasma works on a systemic level to help manage inflammation and modulate the immune response, so it can help support animals holistically
SDP Has Many Proven Health Benefits
Because of the way glucosamine works, osteoarthritis is one of the only reasons to feed it as a supplement. By contrast, because spray-dried plasma combats inflammation and supplies functional compounds, it has numerous uses for animals at every life stage, including:
- Supporting the immune system
- Maintaining intestinal barrier function
- Supporting nutrient uptake
- Supporting growth and development
- Reducing the impact of normal daily stress
- Supporting strength, mobility, and vitality
There’s Clinical Evidence to Use Spray-Dried Plasma for Joint Support
While glucosamine has been a popular joint supplement for over 50 years, there’s little research supporting its use. In fact, most of the clinical research is inconclusive. Conversely, numerous studies demonstrate the efficacy of spray-dried plasma in reducing inflammation, improving nutrient digestibility, supporting immunity, and more.
The First and Best Way to Support Joint Health Orally with SDP
Spray-dried plasma is superior to glucosamine as an allergy-friendly, clinically proven joint support ingredient and anti-inflammatory. Until recently, SDP was only available to dogs through platelet-rich plasma injections. But thanks to WINPRO’s innovative orally fed version, spray-dried plasma is easily added to supplements and stands to become the new standard for joint health. Their Hip & Joint Soft Chew harnesses the power of spray-dried plasma for joint support, helping to support strong/flexible joints, keep inflammation in check, and support recovery from daily exercise and strain.
Visit WINPRO for more information about plasma-based supplements for canine and feline health.
