Why it is in the sachet.
- Included for joint comfort and everyday mobility
- Chosen for cartilage and connective tissue support
- The ingredient with controlled canine trial data behind it
Evidence: Canine clinical study. See the science below.
The science so far.
- A 2024 double-blind, controlled study followed 31 dogs with osteoarthritis for 12 weeks on a specific bioactive collagen peptide preparation.
- Several gait measures and owner-assessed quality of life improved with the collagen preparation. Activity-monitor data showed no effect.
- The study was industry funded and disclosed patent-related interests. The paper says so, and so do we.
- Collagen peptides are a food ingredient, which is a different regulatory category from an experimental drug.
Still being studied.
- Whether other collagen preparations, doses or durations produce the same findings.
- Long-term effects and independent replication of the result.
- How any future Poochy formulation would perform. No Poochy product has been tested.
Common questions.
Go to the source.
- Dobenecker et al. (2024): specific collagen peptides in 31 dogs Canine clinical study
- FDA: Regulation of pet food US regulatory guidance
Educational information, not veterinary advice. Speak with your veterinarian before changing your dog's care. We provide no dosing or treatment recommendations.