North Hound Life

10/25/2026

Not all Turkey Tail mushroom supplements are created equal.

When choosing Turkey Tail for your dog, it’s worth looking beyond the front of the label.

Is it made from the actual mushroom (fruiting body)? Is it hot water extracted? Are there unnecessary fillers or added flavours?

Sometimes, supporting your dog’s everyday wellness starts with understanding what’s going into their bowl.

Because ingredients matter. And so does quality.

10/22/2026

First frost has landed, and cold mornings don't lie. 🐾 Watch how your dog gets up this week - a slow rise, a stiff back leg, a pause on the stairs. It's the easiest at-home mobility check there is, and the best time to act on it.

Our trainer-approved pick is North Hound Life Hip & Joint Health: one whole-food ingredient, 100% New Zealand green-lipped mussel, naturally rich in omega-3s, glucosamine and chondroitin for comfier movement.

No filler, no mystery ingredients. Pop in or shop online. 💛

10/22/2026

One ingredient, it makes a difference in your dog’s joint health. The reason why I started North Hound Life.

Hip & Joint Health is made with New Zealand Green-Lipped Mussels. Our first product and it is still our top seller.

10/20/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 4 star review from Cheri: Not sure

Still hopeful that it begins to work on my 12 year old GSD, not seeing any signs that it is…although his limp isn’t getting worse, I guess it takes a while before a change is seen? (from what I have read)

https://www.northhoundlife.com/products/hip-joint-elite-multi-collagen-and-boswellia-blend

10/20/2026

Already supporting your dog’s joints with Hip & Joint Health? 🐾

There’s another ingredient worth getting to know: Eggshell Membrane.

Naturally containing collagen, elastin and other components of connective tissue, it’s one of my favourite additions to a proactive joint-support routine.

Two different approaches to supporting the joints that keep our dogs moving.

Discover Eggshell Membrane at North Hound Life.

10/19/2026

🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 🌟 5 star review from Cathy: Too soon to tell since dogs don’t talk

Easy to use

https://www.northhoundlife.com/products/superfood-glm

10/18/2026

We have mushrooms and colostrum!

🍄🐶 NEW STUDY: MUSHROOMS + COLOSTRUM BOOST GUT HEALTH IN DOGS! 🔬💩

A fascinating new 2026 study found that combining medicinal mushrooms (Turkey Tail, Reishi & Lion’s Mane) with bovine colostrum increased beneficial short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) in dogs!

🔥 WHY IS THIS EXCITING?

SCFAs are powerful compounds produced by beneficial gut bacteria that:

✅ Nourish and protect the intestinal lining

✅ Strengthen the gut barrier and support healthy tight junctions

✅ Help regulate inflammation and immune function

✅ Support communication between the gut, brain, and other organs

✅ Promote a healthier intestinal environment

🐾 THE RESULTS: After 12 weeks, supplemented dogs had significantly higher acetate, propionate, and total SCFAs!

💚 THE TAKEAWAY: A healthy microbiome isn’t just about having good bacteria. It’s about FEEDING those bacteria so they produce the metabolites your dog’s body needs to thrive!

10/18/2026

One of favourites!

That slow rise after a nap isn't always 'just age'. If your dog hesitates before the stairs or takes a moment to find their footing in the morning, that can be a joint signal you can act on.

Green-lipped mussel is a gentle everyday countermove: one whole-food ingredient naturally rich in omega-3s, glucosamine and chondroitin to support joint lubrication and comfortable movement.

Small daily habits keep our dogs moving well for longer. Want a hand picking one? Just ask. 🐾

10/17/2026

Cold weather and zoomies.

My dogs made me fall in love with crisp, cold mornings.

Funny how dogs make us appreciate the little things.

10/14/2026

You’ve heard of glucosamine. But have you heard of UC-II collagen?

When it comes to supporting our dogs’ joints, there’s more to the story than the ingredients we’ve known for years.

UC-II (undenatured type II collagen) is a unique form of collagen that works differently from traditional joint supplements.

Rather than simply providing building blocks for cartilage, UC-II interacts with the immune system through a process called oral tolerance.

And here’s what’s exciting: research suggests UC-II is showing to help our dogs looking for more of an advanced joint support.

Because whether they’re chasing squirrels, exploring trails, or simply enjoying their daily walks, we want to keep our dogs moving comfortably for as long as possible.

Had you heard of UC-II collagen before today? Let us know in the comments!